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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LB54 HWKMOT history

LB54 HWK is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 18 May 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 101,785 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 May 2026
Mileage
101,785 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,501 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 HWK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 May 2026
Latest MOT test
19 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 HWK was last recorded at 101,785 miles on 19 May 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,785 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,501 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,785 miles
  • 2024 – 101,719 miles
  • 2022 – 98,332 miles
  • 2021 – 93,807 miles
  • 2020 – 88,588 miles
  • 2019 – 81,749 miles
  • 2018 – 78,465 miles
  • 2017 – 74,690 miles
  • 2016 – 73,195 miles
  • 2015 – 69,745 miles
  • 2014 – 68,650 miles
  • 2013 – 67,525 miles
  • 2012 – 64,599 miles
  • 2011 – 56,227 miles
  • 2010 – 48,067 miles
  • 2009 – 39,991 miles
  • 2008 – 32,519 miles
  • 2007 – 23,343 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,785 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020

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 Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass101,785 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    101,785 miles
    Test number
    100981613829
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail101,785 miles (+66)1 major1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,785 miles
    Test number
    791761990203
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail101,719 miles (+3,387)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,719 miles
    Test number
    266836183450
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass98,332 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    98,332 miles
    Test number
    473541176859
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail98,332 miles (+4,525)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,332 miles
    Test number
    877512413727
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass93,807 miles (+5,219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    93,807 miles
    Test number
    261853344875
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass88,588 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    88,588 miles
    Test number
    482445478961
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail88,588 miles (+6,839)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,588 miles
    Test number
    210910047530
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass81,749 miles (+3,284)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    81,749 miles
    Test number
    781751354786
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass78,465 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    78,465 miles
    Test number
    733962450836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail78,463 miles (+3,773)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,463 miles
    Test number
    239353763144
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass74,690 miles (+1,495)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    74,690 miles
    Test number
    992229237791
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under try fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

  13. Pass73,195 miles (+3,450)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    73,195 miles
    Test number
    479276954872
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under try fitted obscuring some components in engine bay

  14. Pass69,745 miles (+1,095)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    69,745 miles
    Test number
    943248619534
    • AdvisoryEngine Cover fitted not allowing to check some parts
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Pass68,650 miles (+5)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    68,650 miles
    Test number
    917768914383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail68,645 miles (+1,120)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,645 miles
    Test number
    185247714351
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass67,525 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    67,525 miles
    Test number
    967141913340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail67,525 miles (+2,926)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,525 miles
    Test number
    426261313408
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass64,599 miles (+8,372)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    64,599 miles
    Test number
    686515612390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    56,227 miles
    Test number
    686316411392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,226 miles (+8,159)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,226 miles
    Test number
    619136211392
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass48,067 miles (+8,076)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    48,067 miles
    Test number
    440317710388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,991 miles (+7,472)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    39,991 miles
    Test number
    111108019341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    32,519 miles
    Test number
    814748948319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail32,519 miles (+9,176)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,519 miles
    Test number
    682108448328
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on both inner and outer edged

  26. Pass23,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    23,343 miles
    Test number
    982039247343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 HWK

Does LB54 HWK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 HWK expired on 18 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 HWK?
The MOT on LB54 HWK expired on 18 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 HWK done?
LB54 HWK was recorded at 101,785 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2025, an average of 4,501 miles a year.
Has LB54 HWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 HWK has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LB54 HWK 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 HWK find?
LB54 HWK passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; oil leak, but not excessive.

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