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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LB54 GXRMOT history

LB54 GXR is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 94,168 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
94,168 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,891 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 GXR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
13 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 GXR was last recorded at 94,168 miles on 26 May 2026, 977 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
93,191 miles · 29 May 2025
Between the last two tests
977 miles
Average per year
1,891 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,168 miles
  • 2025 – 93,191 miles
  • 2023 – 93,047 miles
  • 2022 – 92,957 miles
  • 2021 – 92,456 miles
  • 2019 – 91,500 miles
  • 2018 – 90,643 miles
  • 2017 – 90,187 miles
  • 2016 – 89,896 miles
  • 2015 – 89,345 miles
  • 2014 – 88,481 miles
  • 2013 – 87,728 miles
  • 2012 – 85,207 miles
  • 2011 – 83,508 miles
  • 2010 – 81,456 miles
  • 2009 – 78,821 miles
  • 2007 – 59,128 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,168 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass94,168 miles (+977)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    94,168 miles
    Test number
    395911943183
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  2. Pass93,191 miles (+144)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    93,191 miles
    Test number
    839068322265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass93,047 miles (+90)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    93,047 miles
    Test number
    865609098203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass92,957 miles (+501)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    92,957 miles
    Test number
    635887963519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass92,456 miles (+956)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    92,456 miles
    Test number
    550337957048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass91,500 miles (+857)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    91,500 miles
    Test number
    649718995659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass90,643 miles (+456)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    90,643 miles
    Test number
    601186776932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,187 miles (+291)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    90,187 miles
    Test number
    676126805388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,896 miles (+551)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    89,896 miles
    Test number
    593784739375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass89,345 miles (+864)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    89,345 miles
    Test number
    137667185459
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass88,481 miles (+753)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    88,481 miles
    Test number
    149728484421
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass87,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    87,728 miles
    Test number
    256554573024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail87,728 miles (+2,521)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,728 miles
    Test number
    328184173030
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  14. Pass85,207 miles (+1,699)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    85,207 miles
    Test number
    287322742052
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass83,508 miles (+2,052)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    83,508 miles
    Test number
    138965111027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass81,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    81,456 miles
    Test number
    103160530423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,456 miles (+2,635)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,456 miles
    Test number
    953820030002
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  18. Pass78,821 miles (+19,693)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    78,821 miles
    Test number
    490585419083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,128 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    59,128 miles
    Test number
    820597017344
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB54 GXR

Does LB54 GXR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 GXR is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 GXR?
The MOT on LB54 GXR is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 GXR done?
LB54 GXR was recorded at 94,168 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 1,891 miles a year.
Has LB54 GXR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 GXR has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2013.
Has the mileage on LB54 GXR 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 GXR find?
LB54 GXR passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration.

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