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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

LB04 EUXMOT history

LB04 EUX is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 26 May 2022 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 125,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 May 2022
Mileage
125,469 mi
At MOT on 21 Jun 2022
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,715 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 EUX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 May 2022
Latest MOT test
21 Jun 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB04 EUX was last recorded at 125,469 miles on 21 Jun 2022, 4,929 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,540 miles · 27 May 2021
Between the last two tests
4,929 miles
Average per year
6,715 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 125,469 miles
  • 2021 – 120,540 miles
  • 2019 – 106,995 miles
  • 2018 – 104,330 miles
  • 2017 – 98,838 miles
  • 2016 – 93,269 miles
  • 2015 – 81,483 miles
  • 2014 – 70,377 miles
  • 2013 – 60,004 miles
  • 2012 – 49,535 miles
  • 2011 – 48,239 miles
  • 2010 – 42,594 miles
  • 2009 – 34,296 miles
  • 2008 – 29,498 miles
  • 2007 – 24,965 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail125,469 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both brake pipes at rear of nearside floorpan and above the fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror shroud (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive lower engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAdvise power steering rack slightly notchy on lock to lock

What MOT failures 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 Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside long front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail125,469 miles (+4,929)1 dangerous5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,469 miles
    Test number
    302220246708
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both brake pipes at rear of nearside floorpan and above the fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror shroud (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive lower engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise power steering rack slightly notchy on lock to lock

  2. Pass120,540 miles (+13,545)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    120,540 miles
    Test number
    179383807031
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass106,995 miles (+2,665)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    106,995 miles
    Test number
    626999026766
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake just met requirement
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted preventing full inspection

  4. Pass104,330 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    104,330 miles
    Test number
    381769600105
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded nearside long front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  5. Fail104,329 miles (+5,491)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,329 miles
    Test number
    306656827333
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded nearside long front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  6. Pass98,838 miles (+5,569)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    98,838 miles
    Test number
    933112468759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass93,269 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    93,269 miles
    Test number
    658497136799
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Fail93,269 miles (+11,786)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,269 miles
    Test number
    502666991545
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush back (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Pass81,483 miles (+11,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    81,483 miles
    Test number
    248273205108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass70,377 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    70,377 miles
    Test number
    528204704178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear parking brake efficiency low.

  11. Fail70,377 miles (+10,373)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,377 miles
    Test number
    608294104129
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear parking brake efficiency low.

  12. Pass60,004 miles (+10,469)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    60,004 miles
    Test number
    255245303122
    • 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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass49,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    49,535 miles
    Test number
    406166012110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail49,535 miles (+1,296)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,535 miles
    Test number
    656186212122
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass48,239 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    48,239 miles
    Test number
    198903651129
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  16. Fail48,239 miles (+5,645)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,239 miles
    Test number
    197192551150
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  17. Pass42,594 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    42,594 miles
    Test number
    213270380165
    • NoteRear pads low and disc"s lipped.

  18. Fail42,589 miles (+8,293)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,589 miles
    Test number
    924329470118
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wall perished and close to limit.
    • NoteRear pads low and disc"s lipped.

  19. Pass34,296 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    34,296 miles
    Test number
    942644959183
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Fail34,296 miles (+4,798)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,296 miles
    Test number
    962683359162
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Pass29,498 miles (+4,533)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    29,498 miles
    Test number
    894125878110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    24,965 miles
    Test number
    580364387198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 EUX

Does LB04 EUX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 EUX expired on 26 May 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 EUX?
The MOT on LB04 EUX expired on 26 May 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 EUX done?
LB04 EUX was recorded at 125,469 miles at its MOT on 21 Jun 2022, an average of 6,715 miles a year.
Has LB04 EUX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 EUX has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on LB04 EUX 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 EUX find?
LB04 EUX failed its latest MOT on 21 Jun 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level; brake pipe excessively corroded both brake pipes at rear of nearside floorpan and above the fuel tank, and 7 more.

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