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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,171 cc

LB54 TBYMOT history

LB54 TBY is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 22 Nov 2025 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 139,764 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Nov 2025
Mileage
139,764 mi
At MOT on 23 Nov 2024
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 TBY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 TBY was last recorded at 139,764 miles on 23 Nov 2024, 669 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,095 miles · 23 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
669 miles
Average per year
7,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 139,764 miles
  • 2023 – 139,095 miles
  • 2022 – 137,351 miles
  • 2021 – 135,767 miles
  • 2020 – 134,868 miles
  • 2019 – 133,899 miles
  • 2018 – 129,232 miles
  • 2017 – 116,532 miles
  • 2016 – 115,018 miles
  • 2015 – 101,547 miles
  • 2014 – 89,313 miles
  • 2013 – 84,984 miles
  • 2012 – 73,728 miles
  • 2011 – 65,765 miles
  • 2010 – 55,888 miles
  • 2009 – 43,432 miles
  • 2008 – 32,119 miles
  • 2007 – 18,913 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,764 miles
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damaged wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

31 tests since 16 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,764 miles (+669)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    139,764 miles
    Test number
    105574346597
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  2. Pass139,095 miles (+1,744)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    139,095 miles
    Test number
    821032515878
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass137,351 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    137,351 miles
    Test number
    906706617343
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reverse light inop
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail137,351 miles (+1,584)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,351 miles
    Test number
    338352276043
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reverse light inop
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass135,767 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    135,767 miles
    Test number
    576969355997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake just made requirements
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail135,767 miles (+899)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,767 miles
    Test number
    620034884669
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner & outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake just made requirements
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass134,868 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    134,868 miles
    Test number
    823729693186
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake just met requirement

  8. Fail134,867 miles (+968)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,867 miles
    Test number
    172961824060
    • MajorEmissions not tested major exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake just met requirement

  9. Pass133,899 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    133,899 miles
    Test number
    292115357076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel spigot mounting slightly worn outer rim damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail133,899 miles (+4,667)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,899 miles
    Test number
    605920098050
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel spigot mounting slightly worn outer rim damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass129,232 miles (+12,700)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    129,232 miles
    Test number
    507887335985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f wheel rim slightly damaged

  12. Pass116,532 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    116,532 miles
    Test number
    535799110914
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear mountings (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryGeneral wear and score marks on both front brake discs

  13. Fail116,532 miles (+1,514)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,532 miles
    Test number
    540033318115
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear mountings (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryGeneral wear and score marks on both front brake discs

  14. Pass115,018 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    115,018 miles
    Test number
    408130262754
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front roughness felt when spun
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  15. Fail115,018 miles (+17)6 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,018 miles
    Test number
    488853986564
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2254018 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front roughness felt when spun
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre devoid on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre devoid on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres under inflated
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  16. Fail115,001 miles (+13,454)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,001 miles
    Test number
    126931721361
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  17. Pass101,547 miles (+12,234)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    101,547 miles
    Test number
    714530163947
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met requirements may need adjustment or repair
    • AdvisorySlight play in front anti roll bar links

  18. Pass89,313 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    89,313 miles
    Test number
    265634814458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail89,310 miles (+4,326)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,310 miles
    Test number
    246862314103
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass84,984 miles (+17)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    84,984 miles
    Test number
    915498993146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteO/s front tyre has small cuts on outer tread of tyres
    • NoteSlight play in n/s steering rack

  21. Fail84,967 miles (+11,239)7 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,967 miles
    Test number
    779463593171
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteO/s front tyre has small cuts on outer tread of tyres
    • NoteSlight play in n/s steering rack

  22. Pass73,728 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    73,728 miles
    Test number
    479424492139
    • NoteBoth nearside tyres sidewalls damaged

  23. Fail73,728 miles (+7,963)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,728 miles
    Test number
    718444792109
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth nearside tyres sidewalls damaged

  24. Pass65,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    65,765 miles
    Test number
    966311001388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail65,765 miles (+9,877)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,765 miles
    Test number
    689070601368
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass55,888 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    55,888 miles
    Test number
    984145010354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail55,878 miles (+12,446)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,878 miles
    Test number
    823204710322
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  28. Pass43,432 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    43,432 miles
    Test number
    142932409390
    • AdvisoryInner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Fail43,432 miles (+11,313)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,432 miles
    Test number
    994112509372
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Pass32,119 miles (+13,206)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    32,119 miles
    Test number
    273471708335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass18,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    18,913 miles
    Test number
    843740527330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 TBY

Does LB54 TBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 TBY expired on 22 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 TBY?
The MOT on LB54 TBY expired on 22 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 TBY done?
LB54 TBY was recorded at 139,764 miles at its MOT on 23 Nov 2024, an average of 7,100 miles a year.
Has LB54 TBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 TBY has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LB54 TBY 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 TBY find?
LB54 TBY passed its latest MOT on 23 Nov 2024 with 1 advisory: play in steering rack inner joint(s) both.

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