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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

LA04 ZXEMOT history

LA04 ZXE is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 81,149 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2022.

LA04 ZXE blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Feb 2023
Mileage
81,149 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,776 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA04 ZXE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA04 ZXE was last recorded at 81,149 miles on 23 Feb 2022, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,141 miles · 15 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
3,776 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 81,149 miles
  • 2021 – 81,141 miles
  • 2019 – 79,014 miles
  • 2018 – 75,912 miles
  • 2017 – 72,380 miles
  • 2016 – 67,595 miles
  • 2015 – 61,499 miles
  • 2014 – 54,444 miles
  • 2013 – 51,119 miles
  • 2012 – 46,574 miles
  • 2011 – 43,068 miles
  • 2010 – 37,774 miles
  • 2009 – 34,085 miles
  • 2008 – 30,779 miles
  • 2007 – 25,878 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,149 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,149 miles (+8)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    81,149 miles
    Test number
    826849941225
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass81,141 miles (+11)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    81,141 miles
    Test number
    747138467038
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail81,130 miles (+2,116)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,130 miles
    Test number
    618741584439
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass79,014 miles (+3,102)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    79,014 miles
    Test number
    764583481301
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass75,912 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    75,912 miles
    Test number
    889158377400
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail75,909 miles (+3,529)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,909 miles
    Test number
    730863302853
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass72,380 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    72,380 miles
    Test number
    936671054131
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail72,380 miles (+4,785)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,380 miles
    Test number
    532026153272
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass67,595 miles (+46)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    67,595 miles
    Test number
    111356142147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail67,549 miles (+6,050)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,549 miles
    Test number
    302953380281
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass61,499 miles (+50)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    61,499 miles
    Test number
    857551326077
    • AdvisoryFront lower arm rear bushes worn/ slight play.

  12. Fail61,449 miles (+7,005)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,449 miles
    Test number
    838471266186
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront lower arm rear bushes worn/ slight play.

  13. Pass54,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    54,444 miles
    Test number
    636368254269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail54,442 miles (+3,323)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,442 miles
    Test number
    956738254294
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass51,119 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    51,119 miles
    Test number
    736449053263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  16. Fail51,117 miles (+4,543)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,117 miles
    Test number
    178919953248
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass46,574 miles (+3,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    46,574 miles
    Test number
    397411552216
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass43,068 miles (+5,294)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    43,068 miles
    Test number
    429209161248
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front tyre sidewalls damaged

  19. Pass37,774 miles (+3,689)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    37,774 miles
    Test number
    612293020243
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass34,085 miles (+3,306)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    34,085 miles
    Test number
    120445149284
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass30,779 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    30,779 miles
    Test number
    284627868245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail30,779 miles (+4,901)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,779 miles
    Test number
    130163068220
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass25,878 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    25,878 miles
    Test number
    200726587111
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDamage nearside front tyre outer sidewall.
    • NoteDamage nearside rear tyre outer sidewall.
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.

Questions about LA04 ZXE

Does LA04 ZXE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA04 ZXE expired on 22 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA04 ZXE?
The MOT on LA04 ZXE expired on 22 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA04 ZXE done?
LA04 ZXE was recorded at 81,149 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2022, an average of 3,776 miles a year.
Has LA04 ZXE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA04 ZXE has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LA04 ZXE 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 ZXE find?
LA04 ZXE passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2022 with 1 minor defect: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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