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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LB54 PWLMOT history

LB54 PWL is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2021 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 86,847 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2021
Mileage
86,847 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2021
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,537 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 PWL
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
21 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB54 PWL was last recorded at 86,847 miles on 14 Oct 2021, 4,391 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,456 miles · 14 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
4,391 miles
Average per year
5,537 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 86,847 miles
  • 2020 – 82,456 miles
  • 2019 – 76,091 miles
  • 2018 – 64,777 miles
  • 2017 – 45,650 miles
  • 2016 – 34,887 miles
  • 2014 – 27,363 miles
  • 2013 – 24,906 miles
  • 2012 – 22,791 miles
  • 2011 – 19,703 miles
  • 2010 – 15,947 miles
  • 2009 – 13,726 miles
  • 2008 – 12,021 miles
  • 2007 – 10,297 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail86,847 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture to rear at rear (1.1.11 (a))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Emissions only just met, excessive smoke

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • N/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak on engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail86,847 miles (+4,391)2 dangerous8 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,847 miles
    Test number
    547720051041
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture to rear at rear (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass82,456 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    82,456 miles
    Test number
    727707810551
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail82,456 miles (+6,365)1 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,456 miles
    Test number
    722407718404
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass76,091 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    76,091 miles
    Test number
    174706261088
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEmissions only just met, excessive smoke
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

  5. Fail76,091 miles (+11,314)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,091 miles
    Test number
    505923963903
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEmissions only just met, excessive smoke
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

  6. Pass64,777 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    64,777 miles
    Test number
    911566493684
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine

  7. Fail64,773 miles (+19,123)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,773 miles
    Test number
    697181411130
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine

  8. Pass45,650 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    45,650 miles
    Test number
    232777113342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail45,550 miles (+10,663)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,550 miles
    Test number
    799583417575
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear lamp showing amber
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass34,887 miles (+7,524)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    34,887 miles
    Test number
    599038280754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass27,363 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    27,363 miles
    Test number
    119077954355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail27,363 miles (+2,457)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,363 miles
    Test number
    989007754344
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass24,906 miles (+2,115)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    24,906 miles
    Test number
    538077753308
    • NoteSlight damage to n/s front tyre sidewall

  14. Pass22,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    22,791 miles
    Test number
    975032952343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail22,791 miles (+3,088)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,791 miles
    Test number
    697409742349
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • 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)

  16. Pass19,703 miles (+3,756)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    19,703 miles
    Test number
    795060751350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,947 miles (+2,221)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    15,947 miles
    Test number
    263334830347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass13,726 miles (+1,705)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    13,726 miles
    Test number
    413751759497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass12,021 miles (+1,724)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    12,021 miles
    Test number
    352755258389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    10,297 miles
    Test number
    362671457351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail10,297 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,297 miles
    Test number
    371781257391
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Questions about LB54 PWL

Does LB54 PWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 PWL expired on 13 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 PWL?
The MOT on LB54 PWL expired on 13 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 PWL done?
LB54 PWL was recorded at 86,847 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2021, an average of 5,537 miles a year.
Has LB54 PWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 PWL has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LB54 PWL 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 PWL find?
LB54 PWL failed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2021 with 2 dangerous defects, 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached; offside front brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture to rear at rear; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault, and 9 more.

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