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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LB04 MWFMOT history

LB04 MWF is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2022 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 228,946 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2022
Mileage
228,946 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2021
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,967 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 MWF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 MWF was last recorded at 228,946 miles on 28 Oct 2021, 7,594 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
221,352 miles · 11 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
7,594 miles
Average per year
10,967 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 228,946 miles
  • 2020 – 221,352 miles
  • 2019 – 207,742 miles
  • 2018 – 202,249 miles
  • 2017 – 191,896 miles
  • 2016 – 182,668 miles
  • 2015 – 167,544 miles
  • 2014 – 154,381 miles
  • 2013 – 136,013 miles
  • 2012 – 125,833 miles
  • 2010 – 111,081 miles
  • 2009 – 95,694 miles
  • 2008 – 86,217 miles
  • 2007 – 79,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass228,946 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass228,946 miles (+7,594)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    228,946 miles
    Test number
    791133204710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass221,352 miles (+13,610)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    221,352 miles
    Test number
    730157702675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass207,742 miles (+5,493)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    207,742 miles
    Test number
    674326516215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass202,249 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    202,249 miles
    Test number
    281875310012
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail202,249 miles (+10,353)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,249 miles
    Test number
    340208901922
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass191,896 miles (+48)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    191,896 miles
    Test number
    476089053217
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  7. Fail191,848 miles (+9,180)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,848 miles
    Test number
    734270247363
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Nearside and Offside (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  8. Pass182,668 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    182,668 miles
    Test number
    822118173421
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement carrier bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryCentre rear brake pipe rusty to o/s
    • AdvisoryChip in screen
    • AdvisoryKeep check on rear tyre depths

  9. Fail182,667 miles (+15,123)2 failures1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,667 miles
    Test number
    638818419615
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement carrier bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryCentre rear brake pipe rusty to o/s
    • AdvisoryChip in screen
    • AdvisoryKeep check on rear tyre depths

  10. Pass167,544 miles (+13,163)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    167,544 miles
    Test number
    705236965180
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteChip in screen
    • NoteFront x2 brake hoses cracking

  11. Pass154,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    154,381 miles
    Test number
    625728084169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail154,381 miles (+18,368)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,381 miles
    Test number
    947775184112
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteBrake fluid slightly low

  13. Pass136,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    136,013 miles
    Test number
    518782883198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail136,013 miles (+10,180)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,013 miles
    Test number
    828519073182
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail125,833 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,833 miles
    Test number
    275215962416
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  16. Pass125,833 miles (+14,752)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    125,833 miles
    Test number
    615215062167
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Pass111,081 miles (+15,387)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    111,081 miles
    Test number
    250430300269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass95,694 miles (+9,477)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    95,694 miles
    Test number
    604032199178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass86,217 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    86,217 miles
    Test number
    743771708248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail86,215 miles (+7,050)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,215 miles
    Test number
    700410808208
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass79,165 miles (+10,584)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    79,165 miles
    Test number
    880572957375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass68,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    68,581 miles
    Test number
    174504877047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 MWF

Does LB04 MWF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 MWF expired on 27 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 MWF?
The MOT on LB04 MWF expired on 27 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 MWF done?
LB04 MWF was recorded at 228,946 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2021, an average of 10,967 miles a year.
Has LB04 MWF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 MWF has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on LB04 MWF 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 MWF find?
LB04 MWF passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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