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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

LB54 KWNMOT history

LB54 KWN is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 167,491 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2026
Mileage
167,491 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,880 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 KWN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 KWN was last recorded at 167,491 miles on 23 Oct 2025, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,476 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
7,880 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 167,491 miles
  • 2024 – 159,095 miles
  • 2022 – 149,731 miles
  • 2021 – 138,575 miles
  • 2019 – 126,004 miles
  • 2017 – 115,018 miles
  • 2016 – 104,728 miles
  • 2015 – 93,890 miles
  • 2014 – 83,527 miles
  • 2013 – 74,996 miles
  • 2012 – 66,182 miles
  • 2011 – 57,874 miles
  • 2010 – 48,024 miles
  • 2009 – 38,307 miles
  • 2008 – 29,610 miles
  • 2007 – 26,830 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,491 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front tyre starting to crack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,491 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    167,491 miles
    Test number
    720882564723
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail167,476 miles (+8,381)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,476 miles
    Test number
    550444776350
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2254018 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both 2554018 (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass159,095 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    159,095 miles
    Test number
    795398754520
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail159,094 miles (+6)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,094 miles
    Test number
    117031553606
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail159,088 miles (+5)1 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,088 miles
    Test number
    759106165880
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorCentral Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  6. Fail159,083 miles (+9,352)2 dangerous9 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,083 miles
    Test number
    294366949558
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted THE PAD IS SEPERATING FROM ITS BACKING PLATE (1.1.13 (c))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR OF WISHBONE (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOIL IN ENGINE LOW
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR OF WISHBONE BUT CLOSE TO ITS LIMITS (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass149,731 miles (+11,156)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    149,731 miles
    Test number
    982530855155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass138,575 miles (+12,571)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    138,575 miles
    Test number
    406838237784
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery tray corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust poor condition
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap mounting - corroded
  9. Pass126,004 miles (+10,986)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    126,004 miles
    Test number
    404976330637
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Pass115,018 miles (+240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    115,018 miles
    Test number
    921472594700
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre starting to crack
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  11. Fail114,778 miles (+10,050)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,778 miles
    Test number
    280065399691
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre starting to crack
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  12. Pass104,728 miles (+10,838)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    104,728 miles
    Test number
    787095209193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx 2mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Center to rear. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx 2mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Center to rear. (3.6.B.2c)
  13. Pass93,890 miles (+10,363)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    93,890 miles
    Test number
    732070113875
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx 2mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx 4mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Centre to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx 2mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx 4mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Centre to rear (3.6.B.2c)
  14. Pass83,527 miles (+8,531)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    83,527 miles
    Test number
    925620934341
    • NoteOil leak
  15. Pass74,996 miles (+8,814)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    74,996 miles
    Test number
    815049613346
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear tyres tread starting to wear low
    • NoteSlight oil leak
  16. Pass66,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    66,182 miles
    Test number
    455954692289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail66,182 miles (+8,308)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,182 miles
    Test number
    989581992244
    • 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)
  18. Pass57,874 miles (+9,850)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    57,874 miles
    Test number
    818765551262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,024 miles (+9,717)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    48,024 miles
    Test number
    441285640286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,307 miles (+8,697)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    38,307 miles
    Test number
    340643529220
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  21. Pass29,610 miles (+2,780)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    29,610 miles
    Test number
    252859218242
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass26,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    26,830 miles
    Test number
    733261257301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 KWN

Does LB54 KWN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 KWN is valid until 22 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB54 KWN?
The MOT on LB54 KWN is valid until 22 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 KWN done?
LB54 KWN was recorded at 167,491 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2025, an average of 7,880 miles a year.
Has LB54 KWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 KWN has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB54 KWN 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 KWN find?
LB54 KWN passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides; oil leak, but not excessive; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides.

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