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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LB04 PLZMOT history

LB04 PLZ is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 79,192 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Sept 2026
Mileage
79,192 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2025
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 PLZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 PLZ was last recorded at 79,192 miles on 24 Sept 2025, 2,170 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,022 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,170 miles
Average per year
4,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,192 miles
  • 2024 – 70,539 miles
  • 2023 – 63,241 miles
  • 2021 – 47,381 miles
  • 2020 – 33,119 miles
  • 2019 – 30,746 miles
  • 2018 – 23,279 miles
  • 2017 – 21,452 miles
  • 2014 – 21,342 miles
  • 2013 – 19,175 miles
  • 2009 – 16,814 miles
  • 2008 – 13,543 miles
  • 2007 – 2,612 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,192 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (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, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 21 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,192 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    79,192 miles
    Test number
    468131455540
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail79,189 miles (+2,167)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,189 miles
    Test number
    922462741212
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass77,022 miles (+6,483)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    77,022 miles
    Test number
    576017144070
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass70,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    70,539 miles
    Test number
    123637469113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail70,537 miles (+7,296)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,537 miles
    Test number
    771630418982
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass63,241 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    63,241 miles
    Test number
    114795233788
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail63,236 miles (+15,855)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,236 miles
    Test number
    654968724469
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass47,381 miles (+14,262)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    47,381 miles
    Test number
    439715514407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  9. Pass33,119 miles (+2,373)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    33,119 miles
    Test number
    240337715923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass30,746 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    30,746 miles
    Test number
    621513871662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail30,636 miles (+7,357)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,636 miles
    Test number
    530078434231
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Pass23,279 miles (+1,827)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    23,279 miles
    Test number
    494093961296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass21,452 miles (+110)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    21,452 miles
    Test number
    733355262123
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  14. Pass21,342 miles (+2,167)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    21,342 miles
    Test number
    149528484469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass19,175 miles (+2,361)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    19,175 miles
    Test number
    587192593081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,814 miles (+3,271)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    16,814 miles
    Test number
    744265459198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass13,543 miles (+10,931)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    13,543 miles
    Test number
    123032868164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass2,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    2,612 miles
    Test number
    310182157093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 PLZ

Does LB04 PLZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 PLZ expired on 23 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 PLZ?
The MOT on LB04 PLZ expired on 23 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 PLZ done?
LB04 PLZ was recorded at 79,192 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2025, an average of 4,119 miles a year.
Has LB04 PLZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 PLZ has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB04 PLZ 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 PLZ find?
LB04 PLZ passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; front oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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