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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LB54 SYEMOT history

LB54 SYE is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 15 Jan 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 116,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Jan 2026
Mileage
116,568 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,898 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 SYE
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
22 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 SYE was last recorded at 116,568 miles on 16 Jan 2025, 8,600 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,968 miles · 30 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
8,600 miles
Average per year
5,898 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,568 miles
  • 2023 – 107,968 miles
  • 2022 – 99,068 miles
  • 2021 – 90,255 miles
  • 2020 – 85,572 miles
  • 2019 – 79,814 miles
  • 2018 – 72,754 miles
  • 2017 – 67,626 miles
  • 2016 – 61,418 miles
  • 2015 – 55,057 miles
  • 2014 – 49,744 miles
  • 2013 – 43,772 miles
  • 2012 – 38,812 miles
  • 2011 – 37,512 miles
  • 2010 – 31,169 miles
  • 2009 – 25,902 miles
  • 2008 – 20,945 miles
  • 2007 – 15,781 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,568 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear brake calliper retaining spring is missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass116,568 miles (+8,600)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    116,568 miles
    Test number
    576685534995
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  2. Pass107,968 miles (+227)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    107,968 miles
    Test number
    654734977118
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake calliper retaining spring is missing

  3. Fail107,741 miles (+8,673)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,741 miles
    Test number
    338338528478
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake calliper retaining spring is missing

  4. Pass99,068 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    99,068 miles
    Test number
    953954020896
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail99,067 miles (+8,812)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,067 miles
    Test number
    184477166433
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass90,255 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    90,255 miles
    Test number
    681424356027
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail90,255 miles (+4,683)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,255 miles
    Test number
    449972384901
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass85,572 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    85,572 miles
    Test number
    981400018616
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail85,572 miles (+5,758)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,572 miles
    Test number
    710925506137
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass79,814 miles (+7,060)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    79,814 miles
    Test number
    797384200602
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass72,754 miles (+5,128)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    72,754 miles
    Test number
    121468166786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    67,626 miles
    Test number
    423930418727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail67,626 miles (+6,208)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,626 miles
    Test number
    740278434863
    • FailureFront Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush Both sides (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass61,418 miles (+6,361)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    61,418 miles
    Test number
    772772629898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass55,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2016
    Odometer
    55,057 miles
    Test number
    106447795098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail55,057 miles (+5,313)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,057 miles
    Test number
    326727095094
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass49,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    49,744 miles
    Test number
    535128594080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail49,744 miles (+5,972)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,744 miles
    Test number
    758618394065
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass43,772 miles (+4,960)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    43,772 miles
    Test number
    626996003100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres 3mm
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass38,812 miles (+1,300)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    38,812 miles
    Test number
    516454222113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,512 miles (+6,343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    37,512 miles
    Test number
    545876051328
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass31,169 miles (+5,267)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    31,169 miles
    Test number
    720374650354
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass25,902 miles (+4,957)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    25,902 miles
    Test number
    612481159360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,945 miles (+5,164)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    20,945 miles
    Test number
    253753058374
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Pass15,781 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    15,781 miles
    Test number
    782019847387
    • NoteO/s screen cracked

Questions about LB54 SYE

Does LB54 SYE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 SYE expired on 15 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 SYE?
The MOT on LB54 SYE expired on 15 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 SYE done?
LB54 SYE was recorded at 116,568 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2025, an average of 5,898 miles a year.
Has LB54 SYE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 SYE has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB54 SYE 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 SYE find?
LB54 SYE passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2025 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front inner suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 6 more.

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