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BMW X3

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

LB54 AWUMOT history

LB54 AWU is a black petrol BMW X3 first used on 21 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 130,589 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2024
Mileage
130,589 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,068 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 AWU
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
21 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 AWU was last recorded at 130,589 miles on 31 Oct 2023, 67 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,522 miles · 3 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
67 miles
Average per year
5,068 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 130,589 miles
  • 2021 – 130,522 miles
  • 2020 – 129,091 miles
  • 2019 – 126,305 miles
  • 2018 – 120,382 miles
  • 2017 – 115,260 miles
  • 2016 – 106,946 miles
  • 2015 – 105,406 miles
  • 2014 – 99,822 miles
  • 2013 – 88,275 miles
  • 2012 – 83,012 miles
  • 2011 – 81,542 miles
  • 2010 – 80,504 miles
  • 2009 – 70,076 miles
  • 2007 – 49,960 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,589 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Def oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Dust cover deteriorated , slight leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,589 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    130,589 miles
    Test number
    744537138389
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail130,589 miles (+67)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,589 miles
    Test number
    298001408615
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass130,522 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    130,522 miles
    Test number
    890051388239
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryDef oil leak

  4. Fail130,490 miles (+1,399)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,490 miles
    Test number
    468708411586
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Macpherson strut ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryDef oil leak

  5. Pass129,091 miles (+2,786)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    129,091 miles
    Test number
    541781568463
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass126,305 miles (+5,923)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    126,305 miles
    Test number
    891637444408
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  7. Pass120,382 miles (+17)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    120,382 miles
    Test number
    453479153090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Dust cover deteriorated , slight leak (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail120,365 miles (+5,105)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,365 miles
    Test number
    618496316914
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Dust cover deteriorated , slight leak (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass115,260 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    115,260 miles
    Test number
    635706647488
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake caliper retaining clip missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail115,260 miles (+8,314)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,260 miles
    Test number
    131106658588
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake caliper retaining clip missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass106,946 miles (+1,540)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    106,946 miles
    Test number
    730527197386
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryN/S front tyre side wall slightly damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/S rear tyre deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass105,406 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    105,406 miles
    Test number
    385331206335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail105,406 miles (+5,584)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,406 miles
    Test number
    103326022319
    • Repaired at testFront Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass99,822 miles (+11,547)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    99,822 miles
    Test number
    516328194049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass88,275 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    88,275 miles
    Test number
    539332143094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail88,263 miles (+5,251)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,263 miles
    Test number
    307100443082
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  17. Pass83,012 miles (+1,470)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    83,012 miles
    Test number
    895044142092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass81,542 miles (+1,038)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    81,542 miles
    Test number
    539699831065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass80,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    80,504 miles
    Test number
    623894440008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail80,504 miles (+10,428)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,504 miles
    Test number
    660634840045
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass70,076 miles (+20,116)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    70,076 miles
    Test number
    952972719081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    49,960 miles
    Test number
    214357437325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail49,960 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,960 miles
    Test number
    440337837449
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Questions about LB54 AWU

Does LB54 AWU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 AWU expired on 30 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 AWU?
The MOT on LB54 AWU expired on 30 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 AWU done?
LB54 AWU was recorded at 130,589 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2023, an average of 5,068 miles a year.
Has LB54 AWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 AWU has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB54 AWU 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 LB54 AWU find?
LB54 AWU passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2023 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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