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BMW X3

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

LB04 EWMMOT history

LB04 EWM is a black petrol BMW X3 first used on 16 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 15 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 98,337 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Nov 2026
Mileage
98,337 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,331 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 EWM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 EWM was last recorded at 98,337 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 3,863 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,474 miles · 14 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,863 miles
Average per year
4,331 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,337 miles
  • 2024 – 94,474 miles
  • 2023 – 90,973 miles
  • 2022 – 83,937 miles
  • 2021 – 78,291 miles
  • 2020 – 73,760 miles
  • 2019 – 61,977 miles
  • 2018 – 54,825 miles
  • 2017 – 53,957 miles
  • 2016 – 52,098 miles
  • 2015 – 49,546 miles
  • 2014 – 46,936 miles
  • 2013 – 43,620 miles
  • 2012 – 37,480 miles
  • 2011 – 33,579 miles
  • 2010 – 29,270 miles
  • 2009 – 27,150 miles
  • 2008 – 23,603 miles
  • 2007 – 19,069 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,337 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,337 miles (+3,863)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    98,337 miles
    Test number
    446485987962
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass94,474 miles (+3,501)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    94,474 miles
    Test number
    227982611271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass90,973 miles (+7,036)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    90,973 miles
    Test number
    887124112770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass83,937 miles (+5,646)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    83,937 miles
    Test number
    503276448331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil filter housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel high

  5. Pass78,291 miles (+4,531)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    78,291 miles
    Test number
    937322879370
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front cv boot leaking grease but still preventing the ingress of dirt

  6. Pass73,760 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    73,760 miles
    Test number
    762318326587
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail73,760 miles (+11,783)2 dangerous1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,760 miles
    Test number
    312257360953
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass61,977 miles (+7,152)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    61,977 miles
    Test number
    990588809556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass54,825 miles (+868)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    54,825 miles
    Test number
    117108576189
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass53,957 miles (+1,859)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    53,957 miles
    Test number
    205167018462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,098 miles (+2,552)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    52,098 miles
    Test number
    211794567280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,546 miles (+2,610)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    49,546 miles
    Test number
    636439997651
    • AdvisoryN/s/r/nail/in/tyre

  13. Pass46,936 miles (+3,316)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    46,936 miles
    Test number
    946052434258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    43,620 miles
    Test number
    258800243280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail43,620 miles (+6,140)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,620 miles
    Test number
    308840543243
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass37,480 miles (+3,901)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    37,480 miles
    Test number
    967975432284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    33,579 miles
    Test number
    889349091274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail33,577 miles (+1,375)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,577 miles
    Test number
    255269891287
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass32,202 miles (+2,932)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    32,202 miles
    Test number
    576757301212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,270 miles (+2,120)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    29,270 miles
    Test number
    250293590403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,150 miles (+114)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    27,150 miles
    Test number
    812610119225
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail27,036 miles (+3,433)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,036 miles
    Test number
    521481909272
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass23,603 miles (+4,534)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    23,603 miles
    Test number
    544665208202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,069 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    19,069 miles
    Test number
    622085607228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LB04 EWM

Does LB04 EWM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 EWM is valid until 15 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB04 EWM?
The MOT on LB04 EWM is valid until 15 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 EWM done?
LB04 EWM was recorded at 98,337 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 4,331 miles a year.
Has LB04 EWM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 EWM has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on LB04 EWM 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 EWM find?
LB04 EWM passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with 3 minor defects: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside headlamp lens slightly defective.

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