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BMW X3

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

LB04 XRFMOT history

LB04 XRF is a blue petrol BMW X3 first used on 30 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 52,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
52,001 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,293 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 XRF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 XRF was last recorded at 52,001 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 6,899 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,102 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,899 miles
Average per year
2,293 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,001 miles
  • 2025 – 45,102 miles
  • 2024 – 44,484 miles
  • 2023 – 42,802 miles
  • 2022 – 40,617 miles
  • 2021 – 37,323 miles
  • 2020 – 34,393 miles
  • 2019 – 32,624 miles
  • 2018 – 29,450 miles
  • 2017 – 27,292 miles
  • 2016 – 25,710 miles
  • 2015 – 25,059 miles
  • 2014 – 23,011 miles
  • 2013 – 21,495 miles
  • 2012 – 20,098 miles
  • 2011 – 18,918 miles
  • 2010 – 17,134 miles
  • 2009 – 15,802 miles
  • 2008 – 11,795 miles
  • 2007 – 8,362 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,001 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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,001 miles (+6,899)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    52,001 miles
    Test number
    688773799491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass45,102 miles (+618)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    45,102 miles
    Test number
    896771523396
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass44,484 miles (+1,682)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    44,484 miles
    Test number
    218046868216
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms both sides. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass42,802 miles (+2,185)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    42,802 miles
    Test number
    959908742403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass40,617 miles (+3,294)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    40,617 miles
    Test number
    651067083635
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both lower arm's (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both lower arm's (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass37,323 miles (+2,930)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    37,323 miles
    Test number
    801771980928
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both arm's (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracks between tread grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both arm's (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracks between tread grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass34,393 miles (+1,769)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    34,393 miles
    Test number
    248217568249
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPetrol cap seal starting to deteriorate

  8. Pass32,624 miles (+3,174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    32,624 miles
    Test number
    890490092645
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Front arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass29,450 miles (+2,158)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    29,450 miles
    Test number
    476068598348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass27,292 miles (+1,582)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    27,292 miles
    Test number
    598476459250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass25,710 miles (+651)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    25,710 miles
    Test number
    895634573954
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre starting to perish on inner sidewall
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to perish

  12. Pass25,059 miles (+2,048)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    25,059 miles
    Test number
    338793986716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass23,011 miles (+1,516)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    23,011 miles
    Test number
    778446124276
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades split but clearing screen efficiently

  14. Fail21,495 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,495 miles
    Test number
    947159233258
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteAdvise early replacment of front tyres
    • NoteN/S/F tyre perishing
    • NoteO/S/F tyre perishing

  15. Pass21,495 miles (+1,397)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    21,495 miles
    Test number
    975019733206
    • NoteAdvise early replacment of front tyres
    • NoteN/S/F tyre perishing
    • NoteO/S/F tyre perishing

  16. Pass20,098 miles (+1,180)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    20,098 miles
    Test number
    345207322493
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass18,918 miles (+1,784)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    18,918 miles
    Test number
    247358421280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,134 miles (+1,332)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    17,134 miles
    Test number
    443217950241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail15,802 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,802 miles
    Test number
    613760999114
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass15,802 miles (+4,007)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    15,802 miles
    Test number
    660640799148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,795 miles (+3,433)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    11,795 miles
    Test number
    651814288146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail8,362 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,362 miles
    Test number
    132618877128
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/S/F & N/S/R tyres have cuts in sidewalls, ply not exposed.

  23. Pass8,362 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    8,362 miles
    Test number
    901508977121
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/S/F & N/S/R tyres have cuts in sidewalls, ply not exposed.

Questions about LB04 XRF

Does LB04 XRF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 XRF is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 XRF?
The MOT on LB04 XRF is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 XRF done?
LB04 XRF was recorded at 52,001 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 2,293 miles a year.
Has LB04 XRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 XRF has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2013.
Has the mileage on LB04 XRF 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 XRF find?
LB04 XRF passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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