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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB54 LLVMOT history

LB54 LLV is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 20 Jul 2025 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 200,542 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Jul 2025
Mileage
200,542 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2025
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
9,468 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 LLV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB54 LLV was last recorded at 200,542 miles on 18 Jul 2025, 4,248 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,294 miles · 18 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
4,248 miles
Average per year
9,468 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 200,542 miles
  • 2024 – 196,294 miles
  • 2023 – 193,589 miles
  • 2022 – 191,755 miles
  • 2021 – 189,011 miles
  • 2020 – 183,045 miles
  • 2019 – 174,750 miles
  • 2018 – 162,940 miles
  • 2017 – 150,984 miles
  • 2016 – 139,185 miles
  • 2015 – 125,859 miles
  • 2014 – 120,010 miles
  • 2013 – 107,522 miles
  • 2012 – 86,192 miles
  • 2011 – 71,893 miles
  • 2010 – 59,561 miles
  • 2009 – 45,939 miles
  • 2008 – 34,582 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail200,542 miles
  • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear by jack point to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront nearside and offside wings
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced battery tray (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryHandbrake only just met MOT requirements

What MOT failures 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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded 2 pipes at N/S Rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 7 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail200,542 miles (+4,248)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,542 miles
    Test number
    718033579810
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear by jack point to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront nearside and offside wings
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced battery tray (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake only just met MOT requirements

  2. Pass196,294 miles (+2,705)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    196,294 miles
    Test number
    460376529134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass193,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    193,589 miles
    Test number
    379503668580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail193,585 miles (+1,830)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,585 miles
    Test number
    112442318039
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad Warning light on

  5. Pass191,755 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    191,755 miles
    Test number
    802383522074
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail191,755 miles (+2,744)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,755 miles
    Test number
    560111983956
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass189,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    189,011 miles
    Test number
    926897683082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail189,011 miles (+5,966)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,011 miles
    Test number
    343435484600
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded alongside fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass183,045 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    183,045 miles
    Test number
    661567538214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail183,043 miles (+8,293)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,043 miles
    Test number
    353333192743
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass174,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    174,750 miles
    Test number
    644336588050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail174,745 miles (+11,805)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,745 miles
    Test number
    259319870950
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass162,940 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    162,940 miles
    Test number
    267404576667
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses starting to perish

  14. Fail162,940 miles (+11,956)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,940 miles
    Test number
    318086924931
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses starting to perish

  15. Pass150,984 miles (+51)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    150,984 miles
    Test number
    916614974896
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded 2 pipes at N/S Rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met

  16. Fail150,933 miles (+11,748)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,933 miles
    Test number
    859563432313
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded 2 pipes at N/S Rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met

  17. Pass139,185 miles (+13,326)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    139,185 miles
    Test number
    556569813787
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass125,859 miles (+5,849)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    125,859 miles
    Test number
    238033705285
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth wiper blades split

  19. Pass120,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    120,010 miles
    Test number
    746391184289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail120,010 miles (+12,488)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,010 miles
    Test number
    919011084201
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass107,522 miles (+6,587)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    107,522 miles
    Test number
    846382283277
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass100,935 miles (+14,743)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    100,935 miles
    Test number
    898130913093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass86,192 miles (+14,299)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    86,192 miles
    Test number
    557577322041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass71,893 miles (+12,332)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    71,893 miles
    Test number
    426119811012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass59,561 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    59,561 miles
    Test number
    104690920038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail59,561 miles (+13,622)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,561 miles
    Test number
    293220620031
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  27. Pass45,939 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    45,939 miles
    Test number
    104690929040
    • NoteEngine quite smokey but passed smoke test
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs shoowing wear
    • NoteN/s and o/s front tyres showing wear on edges
    • NoteN/s rear brake pads 2mm-3mm aprox

  28. Fail45,939 miles (+11,357)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,939 miles
    Test number
    261380229081
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs shoowing wear
    • NoteN/s and o/s front tyres showing wear on edges
    • NoteN/s rear brake pads 2mm-3mm aprox

  29. Pass34,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    34,582 miles
    Test number
    831927208091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail34,582 miles2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,582 miles
    Test number
    584397608011
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre down to 2mm
    • NoteO/s/r tyre down to 2mm

Questions about LB54 LLV

Does LB54 LLV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 LLV expired on 20 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 LLV?
The MOT on LB54 LLV expired on 20 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 LLV done?
LB54 LLV was recorded at 200,542 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2025, an average of 9,468 miles a year.
Has LB54 LLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 LLV has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LB54 LLV 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 LLV find?
LB54 LLV failed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2025 with 2 major defects, 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: front brake disc significantly and obviously worn nearside and offside; offside integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear by jack point to floor; nearside rear position lamp light intensity obviously reduced, and 6 more.

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