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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LA04 ZWZMOT history

LA04 ZWZ is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 160,005 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2025.

LA04 ZWZ grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2026
Mileage
160,005 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,467 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA04 ZWZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA04 ZWZ was last recorded at 160,005 miles on 11 Apr 2025, 6,249 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,756 miles · 27 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
6,249 miles
Average per year
6,467 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,005 miles
  • 2024 – 153,756 miles
  • 2023 – 146,967 miles
  • 2022 – 139,405 miles
  • 2021 – 133,819 miles
  • 2020 – 128,010 miles
  • 2019 – 120,900 miles
  • 2018 – 113,677 miles
  • 2017 – 107,773 miles
  • 2016 – 103,685 miles
  • 2015 – 97,648 miles
  • 2014 – 93,170 miles
  • 2013 – 88,956 miles
  • 2012 – 83,485 miles
  • 2011 – 77,597 miles
  • 2010 – 73,194 miles
  • 2009 – 60,607 miles
  • 2008 – 55,871 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,005 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s+o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryO/s/rear wheel arch corrodedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s+o/s

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s+o/s

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 31 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,005 miles (+6,249)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    160,005 miles
    Test number
    871816721003
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s+o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryO/s/rear wheel arch corroded

  2. Pass153,756 miles (+3)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    153,756 miles
    Test number
    927109325639
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s+o/s rear jacking points corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/rear wheel arch corroded

  3. Fail153,753 miles (+6,786)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,753 miles
    Test number
    143723649298
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn n/s+o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s+o/s rear jacking points corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/rear wheel arch corroded

  4. Pass146,967 miles (+7,562)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    146,967 miles
    Test number
    962566121521
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass139,405 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    139,405 miles
    Test number
    720912419081
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s+o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s+o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s/rear wheel arch corroded

  6. Fail139,405 miles (+5,586)2 dangerous2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,405 miles
    Test number
    409696982733
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear n/s+o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s+o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s+o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass133,819 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    133,819 miles
    Test number
    602013418799
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s+o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s+o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear n/s+o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s/rear wheel arch corroded

  8. Fail133,819 miles (+5,809)1 dangerous1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,819 miles
    Test number
    717879395028
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s+o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s+o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear n/s+o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s/rear wheel arch corroded

  9. Pass128,010 miles (+7,110)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    128,010 miles
    Test number
    375823084509
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s+o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear n/s+o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s+o/s by tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat sheild loose

  10. Pass120,900 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    120,900 miles
    Test number
    558413069469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail120,900 miles (+7,223)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,900 miles
    Test number
    805038882787
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass113,677 miles (+5,904)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    113,677 miles
    Test number
    459873402624
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass107,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    107,773 miles
    Test number
    588654554556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail107,773 miles (+4,088)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,773 miles
    Test number
    991594613452
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass103,685 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    103,685 miles
    Test number
    170239965123
    • Advisory2 x rear child safety seats fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  16. Fail103,685 miles (+6,037)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,685 miles
    Test number
    140143774520
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (3.5.1g)
    • Advisory2 x rear child safety seats fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  17. Pass97,648 miles (+4,478)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    97,648 miles
    Test number
    318817045089
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass93,170 miles (+95)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    93,170 miles
    Test number
    938833954000
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail93,075 miles (+4,119)2 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,075 miles
    Test number
    179596444423
    • DangerousInner Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass88,956 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    88,956 miles
    Test number
    307926043095
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail88,956 miles (+5,471)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,956 miles
    Test number
    465006743056
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass83,485 miles (+5,888)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    83,485 miles
    Test number
    797098132080
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass77,597 miles (+125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    77,597 miles
    Test number
    636213941074
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Fail77,472 miles (+4,278)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,472 miles
    Test number
    628356431022
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass73,194 miles (+12,587)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    73,194 miles
    Test number
    854476830018
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  26. Pass60,607 miles (+4,736)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    60,607 miles
    Test number
    702550129003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail55,871 miles (+7,060)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,871 miles
    Test number
    363068828480
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass48,811 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    48,811 miles
    Test number
    213661138005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LA04 ZWZ

Does LA04 ZWZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA04 ZWZ expired on 10 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA04 ZWZ?
The MOT on LA04 ZWZ expired on 10 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA04 ZWZ done?
LA04 ZWZ was recorded at 160,005 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2025, an average of 6,467 miles a year.
Has LA04 ZWZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA04 ZWZ has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LA04 ZWZ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LA04 ZWZ find?
LA04 ZWZ passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; front brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s+o/s; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 2 more.

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