BMW logo

BMW M3

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 3,246 cc

LA04 ZXBMOT history

LA04 ZXB is a grey petrol BMW M3 first used on 29 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 9,967 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

LA04 ZXB grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
9,967 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
490 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LA04 ZXB in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LA04 ZXB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA04 ZXB was last recorded at 9,967 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 66 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
9,901 miles · 21 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
66 miles
Average per year
490 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 9,967 miles
  • 2024 – 9,901 miles
  • 2020 – 9,599 miles
  • 2019 – 9,595 miles
  • 2013 – 9,509 miles
  • 2012 – 8,779 miles
  • 2011 – 8,272 miles
  • 2010 – 7,637 miles
  • 2009 – 6,627 miles
  • 2008 – 3,676 miles
  • 2007 – 912 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass9,967 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

14 tests since 7 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass9,967 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    9,967 miles
    Test number
    907110009090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass9,901 miles (+273)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    9,901 miles
    Test number
    406364167579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass9,628 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    9,628 miles
    Test number
    683563233746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass9,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    9,599 miles
    Test number
    208826979049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail9,599 miles (+4)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,599 miles
    Test number
    253001385654
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
  6. Pass9,595 miles (+86)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    9,595 miles
    Test number
    186223615716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass9,509 miles (+730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    9,509 miles
    Test number
    947929323343
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  8. Pass8,779 miles (+507)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    8,779 miles
    Test number
    559713542223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass8,272 miles (+635)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    8,272 miles
    Test number
    359652841430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass7,637 miles (+1,010)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    7,637 miles
    Test number
    932463090110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail6,627 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,627 miles
    Test number
    234172999103
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs are showing signs of deterioration(cracking)
  12. Pass6,627 miles (+2,951)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    6,627 miles
    Test number
    542882599125
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs are showing signs of deterioration(cracking)
  13. Pass3,676 miles (+2,764)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    3,676 miles
    Test number
    711508458191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass912 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    912 miles
    Test number
    124048257155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA04 ZXB

Does LA04 ZXB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA04 ZXB is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LA04 ZXB?
The MOT on LA04 ZXB is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA04 ZXB done?
LA04 ZXB was recorded at 9,967 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 490 miles a year.
Has LA04 ZXB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA04 ZXB has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on LA04 ZXB 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 ZXB find?
LA04 ZXB passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

Browse all LA04Z registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.