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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,171 cc

LB04 JLVMOT history

LB04 JLV is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 26 Jun 2025 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 89,628 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jun 2025
Mileage
89,628 mi
At MOT on 13 Jun 2024
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 JLV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
18 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 JLV was last recorded at 89,628 miles on 13 Jun 2024, 5,519 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Oct 2012: 23,784 miles, lower than 36,678 miles on 30 Sept 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
84,109 miles · 27 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
5,519 miles
Average per year
4,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 89,628 miles
  • 2023 – 84,109 miles
  • 2022 – 78,817 miles
  • 2021 – 73,035 miles
  • 2020 – 67,871 miles
  • 2019 – 62,445 miles
  • 2018 – 54,252 miles
  • 2017 – 52,722 miles
  • 2016 – 49,172 miles
  • 2015 – 45,943 miles
  • 2014 – 43,608 miles
  • 2013 – 41,653 miles
  • 2012 – 23,784 miles
  • 2011 – 36,678 miles
  • 2010 – 34,552 miles
  • 2009 – 30,556 miles
  • 2008 – 26,088 miles
  • 2007 – 20,216 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,628 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,628 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    89,628 miles
    Test number
    226312106038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail89,570 miles (+5,461)1 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,570 miles
    Test number
    186962407151
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass84,109 miles (+5,292)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    84,109 miles
    Test number
    302118574432
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass78,817 miles (+5,782)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    78,817 miles
    Test number
    555336950265
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass73,035 miles (+5,164)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    73,035 miles
    Test number
    598328834105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Diff noisy

  6. Pass67,871 miles (+5,426)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    67,871 miles
    Test number
    309047480649
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass62,445 miles (+8,193)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    62,445 miles
    Test number
    515072157465
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear jacking point missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Will need discs (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass54,252 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    54,252 miles
    Test number
    772124904916
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail54,252 miles (+1,530)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,252 miles
    Test number
    670767737323
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass52,722 miles (+3,550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    52,722 miles
    Test number
    809195604363
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted to rear ,unable to do full inspection of rear seat belts

  11. Pass49,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    49,172 miles
    Test number
    275252011863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail49,172 miles (+3,229)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,172 miles
    Test number
    279473203463
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  13. Pass45,943 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    45,943 miles
    Test number
    502351383653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail45,943 miles (+2,335)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,943 miles
    Test number
    948423730905
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass43,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    43,608 miles
    Test number
    956786894220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail43,608 miles (+1,955)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,608 miles
    Test number
    739146494263
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Fail41,653 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,653 miles
    Test number
    195892113340
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass41,653 miles (+17,869)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    41,653 miles
    Test number
    865802213340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,784 miles (-12,894)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    23,784 miles
    Test number
    325030102369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass36,678 miles (+2,126)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    36,678 miles
    Test number
    708793071215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,552 miles (+3,996)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    34,552 miles
    Test number
    304220000306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,556 miles (+4,468)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    30,556 miles
    Test number
    483311909426
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass26,088 miles (+5,872)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    26,088 miles
    Test number
    473741508418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    20,216 miles
    Test number
    574842267106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 JLV

Does LB04 JLV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 JLV expired on 26 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 JLV?
The MOT on LB04 JLV expired on 26 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 JLV done?
LB04 JLV was recorded at 89,628 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2024, an average of 4,081 miles a year.
Has LB04 JLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 JLV has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LB04 JLV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Oct 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB04 JLV find?
LB04 JLV passed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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