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BMW X3

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

LB04 PMUMOT history

LB04 PMU is a black petrol BMW X3 first used on 3 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2025 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 97,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2025
Mileage
97,744 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2024
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,186 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 PMU
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
3 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 PMU was last recorded at 97,744 miles on 18 Sept 2024, 1,775 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,969 miles · 11 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
1,775 miles
Average per year
4,186 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 97,744 miles
  • 2023 – 95,969 miles
  • 2022 – 94,636 miles
  • 2021 – 92,960 miles
  • 2020 – 90,688 miles
  • 2019 – 88,235 miles
  • 2018 – 84,439 miles
  • 2017 – 80,649 miles
  • 2016 – 75,885 miles
  • 2015 – 70,168 miles
  • 2014 – 64,915 miles
  • 2013 – 59,463 miles
  • 2012 – 53,891 miles
  • 2011 – 48,497 miles
  • 2010 – 42,666 miles
  • 2009 – 33,946 miles
  • 2007 – 26,519 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,744 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm in centre (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses slightly crazed

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,744 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    97,744 miles
    Test number
    490756398092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm in centre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses slightly crazed

  2. Fail97,732 miles (+1,763)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,732 miles
    Test number
    930665543166
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear ball joint, track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm in centre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlight lenses slightly crazed

  3. Pass95,969 miles (+1,333)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    95,969 miles
    Test number
    676221770347
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass94,636 miles (+1,676)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    94,636 miles
    Test number
    874929098215
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass92,960 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    92,960 miles
    Test number
    268428294441
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail92,960 miles (+2,272)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,960 miles
    Test number
    830523619081
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass90,688 miles (+2,453)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    90,688 miles
    Test number
    278009466752
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass88,235 miles (+3,796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    88,235 miles
    Test number
    841947044920
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 3mm at time of test (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass84,439 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    84,439 miles
    Test number
    242435280808
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail84,439 miles (+3,790)2 dangerous2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,439 miles
    Test number
    554290436219
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass80,649 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    80,649 miles
    Test number
    659013877932
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both 2mm tread, inner and outer edges worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both 3mm tread (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail80,649 miles (+4,764)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,649 miles
    Test number
    563386133848
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both 2mm tread, inner and outer edges worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both 3mm tread (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass75,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    75,885 miles
    Test number
    966789826739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail75,885 miles (+5,717)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,885 miles
    Test number
    298974510999
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testCoil spring broken both rear (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass70,168 miles (+5,253)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    70,168 miles
    Test number
    359190665156
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  16. Pass64,915 miles (+5,452)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    64,915 miles
    Test number
    627471864139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass59,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    59,463 miles
    Test number
    285021963143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail59,463 miles (+5,572)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,463 miles
    Test number
    865441563187
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass53,891 miles (+5,394)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    53,891 miles
    Test number
    399743352135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,497 miles (+5,831)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    48,497 miles
    Test number
    989323751195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,666 miles (+8,720)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    42,666 miles
    Test number
    553119850126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,946 miles (+7,427)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    33,946 miles
    Test number
    252127439081
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass26,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    26,519 miles
    Test number
    373086457212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 PMU

Does LB04 PMU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 PMU expired on 17 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 PMU?
The MOT on LB04 PMU expired on 17 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 PMU done?
LB04 PMU was recorded at 97,744 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2024, an average of 4,186 miles a year.
Has LB04 PMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 PMU has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LB04 PMU 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 PMU find?
LB04 PMU passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2024 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges worn; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm in centre, and 3 more.

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