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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LB54 SZRMOT history

LB54 SZR is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 3 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 166,044 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 May 2027
Mileage
166,044 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,034 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 SZR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 May 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 SZR was last recorded at 166,044 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 7,007 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,037 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,007 miles
Average per year
8,034 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,044 miles
  • 2025 – 159,037 miles
  • 2024 – 151,032 miles
  • 2023 – 144,246 miles
  • 2022 – 142,394 miles
  • 2021 – 140,882 miles
  • 2020 – 138,708 miles
  • 2019 – 135,550 miles
  • 2018 – 133,075 miles
  • 2017 – 129,359 miles
  • 2016 – 105,449 miles
  • 2015 – 88,703 miles
  • 2014 – 84,637 miles
  • 2013 – 74,104 miles
  • 2012 – 63,719 miles
  • 2011 – 51,643 miles
  • 2010 – 39,451 miles
  • 2009 – 29,385 miles
  • 2008 – 19,733 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,044 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,044 miles (+7,007)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2027
    Odometer
    166,044 miles
    Test number
    340712433098
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass159,037 miles (+8,005)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2026
    Odometer
    159,037 miles
    Test number
    640097427508
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass151,032 miles (+6,786)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    151,032 miles
    Test number
    941100119996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass144,246 miles (+1,852)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    144,246 miles
    Test number
    597674299686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass142,394 miles (+1,512)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    142,394 miles
    Test number
    769378012270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass140,882 miles (+43)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    140,882 miles
    Test number
    856653068706
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail140,839 miles (+2,131)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,839 miles
    Test number
    755140313245
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass138,708 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    138,708 miles
    Test number
    700087287300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail138,681 miles (+3,131)3 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,681 miles
    Test number
    316684886408
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear compliance bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear compliance bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass135,550 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    135,550 miles
    Test number
    513531259480
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail135,546 miles (+2,471)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,546 miles
    Test number
    876999019215
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade lip missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass133,075 miles (+3,716)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    133,075 miles
    Test number
    827144784692
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass129,359 miles (+23,910)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    129,359 miles
    Test number
    328855778540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass105,449 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    105,449 miles
    Test number
    634846582716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail105,427 miles (+16,724)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,427 miles
    Test number
    680341896906
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wing damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm, cuts inner sidewall Recommend replace (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail88,703 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,703 miles
    Test number
    187094715035
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass88,703 miles (+4,066)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    88,703 miles
    Test number
    978914115065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass84,637 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    84,637 miles
    Test number
    405207484071
    • NoteNearside front wheel binding

  19. Fail84,637 miles (+10,533)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,637 miles
    Test number
    428447584031
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNearside front wheel binding

  20. Pass74,104 miles (+10,385)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    74,104 miles
    Test number
    245413863057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,719 miles (+12,076)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    63,719 miles
    Test number
    776636652031
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inside edges
    • NoteOsr tyre slightly out of shape

  22. Pass51,643 miles (+12,192)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    51,643 miles
    Test number
    225020461024
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  23. Pass39,451 miles (+10,066)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    39,451 miles
    Test number
    683530150089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,385 miles (+9,652)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    29,385 miles
    Test number
    913261159087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass19,733 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    19,733 miles
    Test number
    402526038004
    • NoteThe front tyres are wearing on the edges.

Questions about LB54 SZR

Does LB54 SZR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 SZR is valid until 3 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 SZR?
The MOT on LB54 SZR is valid until 3 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 SZR done?
LB54 SZR was recorded at 166,044 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 8,034 miles a year.
Has LB54 SZR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 SZR has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on LB54 SZR 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 SZR find?
LB54 SZR passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides.

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