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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

LB54 SZWMOT history

LB54 SZW is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 174,625 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 May 2027
Mileage
174,625 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,297 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 SZW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 SZW was last recorded at 174,625 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 7,568 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,057 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
7,568 miles
Average per year
8,297 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,625 miles
  • 2025 – 167,057 miles
  • 2024 – 159,792 miles
  • 2023 – 157,419 miles
  • 2021 – 151,579 miles
  • 2020 – 142,535 miles
  • 2018 – 141,473 miles
  • 2017 – 137,648 miles
  • 2016 – 130,604 miles
  • 2015 – 122,548 miles
  • 2014 – 105,557 miles
  • 2013 – 88,981 miles
  • 2012 – 74,132 miles
  • 2011 – 56,980 miles
  • 2010 – 42,607 miles
  • 2009 – 39,144 miles
  • 2008 – 31,047 miles
  • 2007 – 22,069 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,625 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,625 miles (+7,568)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    174,625 miles
    Test number
    345722828818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass167,057 miles (+7,265)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2026
    Odometer
    167,057 miles
    Test number
    878043635482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass159,792 miles (+2,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2025
    Odometer
    159,792 miles
    Test number
    243833754384
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass157,419 miles (+5,840)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    157,419 miles
    Test number
    540912168536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass151,579 miles (+93)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    151,579 miles
    Test number
    122482362088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail151,486 miles (+8,951)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,486 miles
    Test number
    219331163850
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass142,535 miles (+1,062)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    142,535 miles
    Test number
    643195681926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass141,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    141,473 miles
    Test number
    465456224312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail141,473 miles (+3,825)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,473 miles
    Test number
    239197908613
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass137,648 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    137,648 miles
    Test number
    819825071412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail137,648 miles (+7,044)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,648 miles
    Test number
    549598287872
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass130,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    130,604 miles
    Test number
    508841828284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail130,604 miles (+8,056)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,604 miles
    Test number
    279368428942
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass122,548 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    122,548 miles
    Test number
    418119518040
    • 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)

  15. Fail122,548 miles (+16,991)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,548 miles
    Test number
    856859696747
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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)

  16. Pass105,557 miles (+16,576)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    105,557 miles
    Test number
    939401954248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass88,981 miles (+14,849)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    88,981 miles
    Test number
    676507343269
    • NoteBrake system warning lights illuminated.

  18. Pass74,132 miles (+17,152)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    74,132 miles
    Test number
    586851152289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,980 miles (+14,373)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    56,980 miles
    Test number
    468672941209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,607 miles (+3,463)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    42,607 miles
    Test number
    374266550266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,144 miles (+8,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    39,144 miles
    Test number
    652252349361
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass31,047 miles (+8,978)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    31,047 miles
    Test number
    210294638357
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront bumper damaged and split

  23. Pass22,069 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    22,069 miles
    Test number
    582898337355
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB54 SZW

Does LB54 SZW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 SZW is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 SZW?
The MOT on LB54 SZW is valid until 4 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 SZW done?
LB54 SZW was recorded at 174,625 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 8,297 miles a year.
Has LB54 SZW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 SZW has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LB54 SZW 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 SZW find?
LB54 SZW passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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