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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

LB04 EDVMOT history

LB04 EDV is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 141,401 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jul 2026
Mileage
141,401 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,339 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 EDV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
14 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 EDV was last recorded at 141,401 miles on 18 Jul 2025, 5,996 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,405 miles · 14 May 2024
Between the last two tests
5,996 miles
Average per year
6,339 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,401 miles
  • 2024 – 135,405 miles
  • 2023 – 132,044 miles
  • 2022 – 129,070 miles
  • 2021 – 121,235 miles
  • 2020 – 113,890 miles
  • 2019 – 110,225 miles
  • 2017 – 105,476 miles
  • 2016 – 101,681 miles
  • 2015 – 94,186 miles
  • 2014 – 78,617 miles
  • 2012 – 70,099 miles
  • 2011 – 59,508 miles
  • 2010 – 53,427 miles
  • 2009 – 43,247 miles
  • 2008 – 34,111 miles
  • 2007 – 26,194 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,401 miles
  • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all round (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached slightly insecure on both ends

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,401 miles (+5,996)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    141,401 miles
    Test number
    778026341024
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all round (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass135,405 miles (+3,361)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    135,405 miles
    Test number
    105492341191
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass132,044 miles (+2,974)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    132,044 miles
    Test number
    430651638998
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass129,070 miles (+7,835)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    129,070 miles
    Test number
    668664506476
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass121,235 miles (+7,345)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    121,235 miles
    Test number
    969105263959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass113,890 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2021
    Odometer
    113,890 miles
    Test number
    323636612435
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail113,876 miles (+3,651)5 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,876 miles
    Test number
    546067062633
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault brake warning indicates (7.12 (e))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault traction control warning indicates (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also slightly corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached slightly insecure on both ends (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive under car (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly Requirements only just met. It would appear that the parking braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass110,225 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    110,225 miles
    Test number
    834406075582
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also exhaust system slightly corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached slightly insecure on both ends (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under car (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail110,225 miles (+23)2 dangerous2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,225 miles
    Test number
    722445403463
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible corroded (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner and outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also exhaust system slightly corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached slightly insecure on both ends (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under car (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail110,202 miles (+4,726)2 dangerous2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,202 miles
    Test number
    237818630345
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible excessive deteriorated (0.1 (b))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases also exhaust system corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached slightly insecure on both ends (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (wishbone rear bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under car (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass105,476 miles (+3,795)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    105,476 miles
    Test number
    688698471940
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryExhausts system corroding
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  12. Pass101,681 miles (+7,495)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    101,681 miles
    Test number
    593362386373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper slight insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on

  13. Pass94,186 miles (+6,826)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    94,186 miles
    Test number
    435498921915
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror missing
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  14. Pass87,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    87,360 miles
    Test number
    198803125452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail87,360 miles (+8,743)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,360 miles
    Test number
    216062425099
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn inner edge, strong advise

  16. Pass78,617 miles (+8,518)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    78,617 miles
    Test number
    577126104029
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside front seat slightly loose

  17. Pass70,099 miles (+10,591)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    70,099 miles
    Test number
    536681212378
    • 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)

  18. Pass59,508 miles (+6,081)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    59,508 miles
    Test number
    979433681288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,427 miles (+10,180)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    53,427 miles
    Test number
    433316600329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,247 miles (+9,136)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    43,247 miles
    Test number
    351899789179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,111 miles (+7,917)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    34,111 miles
    Test number
    540658738121
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteGearbox has slight oil leak

  22. Pass26,194 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    26,194 miles
    Test number
    182187037146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail26,192 miles1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,192 miles
    Test number
    301916637141
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB04 EDV

Does LB04 EDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 EDV expired on 17 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 EDV?
The MOT on LB04 EDV expired on 17 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 EDV done?
LB04 EDV was recorded at 141,401 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2025, an average of 6,339 miles a year.
Has LB04 EDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 EDV has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2020.
Has the mileage on LB04 EDV 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 LB04 EDV find?
LB04 EDV passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s & o/s; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake pad(s) wearing thin all round, and 3 more.

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