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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

LB04 POAMOT history

LB04 POA is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 118,506 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
118,506 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,361 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 POA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
2 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 POA was last recorded at 118,506 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 3,567 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,939 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,567 miles
Average per year
5,361 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,506 miles
  • 2025 – 114,939 miles
  • 2024 – 111,328 miles
  • 2022 – 107,008 miles
  • 2021 – 103,798 miles
  • 2020 – 102,269 miles
  • 2019 – 97,607 miles
  • 2018 – 92,116 miles
  • 2017 – 85,929 miles
  • 2016 – 79,882 miles
  • 2015 – 73,690 miles
  • 2014 – 66,918 miles
  • 2013 – 59,517 miles
  • 2012 – 52,785 miles
  • 2011 – 45,156 miles
  • 2010 – 37,938 miles
  • 2009 – 30,766 miles
  • 2008 – 23,826 miles
  • 2007 – 17,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,506 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass118,506 miles (+3,567)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    118,506 miles
    Test number
    805798144400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass114,939 miles (+54)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    114,939 miles
    Test number
    628395592612
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail114,885 miles (+3,557)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,885 miles
    Test number
    398754161211
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass111,328 miles (+4,320)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    111,328 miles
    Test number
    354055563123
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass107,008 miles (+3,210)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    107,008 miles
    Test number
    432397464040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass103,798 miles (+1,529)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    103,798 miles
    Test number
    700909147195
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass102,269 miles (+4,662)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    102,269 miles
    Test number
    239737267327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass97,607 miles (+5,491)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    97,607 miles
    Test number
    361985085843
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass92,116 miles (+6,187)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    92,116 miles
    Test number
    662996735212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,929 miles (+6,047)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    85,929 miles
    Test number
    588045271567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass79,882 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    79,882 miles
    Test number
    388906313443
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.
  12. Fail79,882 miles (+6,192)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,882 miles
    Test number
    248596814410
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.
  13. Fail73,690 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,690 miles
    Test number
    457858745173
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  14. Pass73,690 miles (+6,772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    73,690 miles
    Test number
    505908945137
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  15. Pass66,918 miles (+7,401)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    66,918 miles
    Test number
    179601344188
    • 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)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has damage to sidewall
  16. Pass59,517 miles (+6,732)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    59,517 miles
    Test number
    219441343472
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass52,785 miles (+7,629)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    52,785 miles
    Test number
    439972732154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,156 miles (+7,218)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    45,156 miles
    Test number
    597134141151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    37,938 miles
    Test number
    832359330141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail37,938 miles (+7,172)3 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,938 miles
    Test number
    421128130138
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  21. Pass30,766 miles (+6,940)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    30,766 miles
    Test number
    431374239174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,826 miles (+6,120)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    23,826 miles
    Test number
    914494938148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    17,706 miles
    Test number
    200215837150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 POA

Does LB04 POA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 POA is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 POA?
The MOT on LB04 POA is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 POA done?
LB04 POA was recorded at 118,506 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 5,361 miles a year.
Has LB04 POA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 POA has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB04 POA 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 POA find?
LB04 POA passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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