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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LB54 TBZMOT history

LB54 TBZ is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 161,444 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
161,444 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,534 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 TBZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 TBZ was last recorded at 161,444 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 5,226 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,218 miles · 24 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
5,226 miles
Average per year
7,534 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,444 miles
  • 2025 – 156,218 miles
  • 2024 – 148,989 miles
  • 2023 – 141,894 miles
  • 2022 – 136,588 miles
  • 2021 – 131,232 miles
  • 2020 – 125,483 miles
  • 2019 – 121,302 miles
  • 2018 – 116,846 miles
  • 2017 – 112,270 miles
  • 2016 – 102,036 miles
  • 2015 – 91,603 miles
  • 2014 – 83,628 miles
  • 2013 – 76,217 miles
  • 2012 – 68,490 miles
  • 2011 – 61,014 miles
  • 2010 – 49,052 miles
  • 2009 – 40,992 miles
  • 2008 – 29,436 miles
  • 2007 – 19,879 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,444 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside rear pipe at nearside front (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass161,444 miles (+5,226)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    161,444 miles
    Test number
    530013936264
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside rear pipe at nearside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass156,218 miles (+7,229)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    156,218 miles
    Test number
    222073229850
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass148,989 miles (+94)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    148,989 miles
    Test number
    665511369996
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipes corroding slightly, where brake pipe clips secure along body (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail148,895 miles (+7,001)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,895 miles
    Test number
    568411317943
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion at brake line mounting points (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass141,894 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    141,894 miles
    Test number
    873174052469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail141,842 miles (+5,254)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,842 miles
    Test number
    919769587632
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass136,588 miles (+5,356)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    136,588 miles
    Test number
    833445102080
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass131,232 miles (+5,749)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    131,232 miles
    Test number
    903987453864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass125,483 miles (+4,181)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    125,483 miles
    Test number
    632111570732
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view CHIP IN NEAR SIDE OF SCREEN (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass121,302 miles (+4,456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    121,302 miles
    Test number
    656100706986
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass116,846 miles (+4,576)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    116,846 miles
    Test number
    971598628720
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass112,270 miles (+10,234)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    112,270 miles
    Test number
    499548562914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass102,036 miles (+10,433)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    102,036 miles
    Test number
    375887824981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass91,603 miles (+7,975)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    91,603 miles
    Test number
    469942509165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail83,628 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,628 miles
    Test number
    666793334384
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass83,628 miles (+7,411)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    83,628 miles
    Test number
    697543734325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,217 miles (+7,727)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    76,217 miles
    Test number
    439234533440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass68,490 miles (+7,476)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    68,490 miles
    Test number
    717503442326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,014 miles (+11,962)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    61,014 miles
    Test number
    776149321374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,052 miles (+8,060)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    49,052 miles
    Test number
    390954940319
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass40,992 miles (+11,556)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    40,992 miles
    Test number
    414216349453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,436 miles (+9,557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    29,436 miles
    Test number
    421296738451
    • 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)

  23. Pass19,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    19,879 miles
    Test number
    500149947380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 TBZ

Does LB54 TBZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 TBZ is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 TBZ?
The MOT on LB54 TBZ is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 TBZ done?
LB54 TBZ was recorded at 161,444 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 7,534 miles a year.
Has LB54 TBZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 TBZ has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB54 TBZ 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 TBZ find?
LB54 TBZ passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside rear pipe at nearside front; oil leak, but not excessive; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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