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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB54 TJOMOT history

LB54 TJO is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 208,409 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Sept 2023
Mileage
208,409 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,641 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 TJO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB54 TJO was last recorded at 208,409 miles on 14 Sept 2023, 316 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
208,093 miles · 14 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
316 miles
Average per year
8,641 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 208,409 miles
  • 2022 – 208,093 miles
  • 2021 – 206,814 miles
  • 2020 – 206,159 miles
  • 2019 – 203,953 miles
  • 2018 – 199,426 miles
  • 2017 – 193,394 miles
  • 2016 – 180,483 miles
  • 2015 – 168,266 miles
  • 2014 – 156,858 miles
  • 2013 – 144,810 miles
  • 2012 – 135,030 miles
  • 2011 – 120,941 miles
  • 2010 – 107,292 miles
  • 2009 – 91,625 miles
  • 2008 – 73,269 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail208,409 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

What MOT failures 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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail208,409 miles (+316)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,409 miles
    Test number
    304643232632
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass208,093 miles (+1,279)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    208,093 miles
    Test number
    866525208837
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded

  3. Pass206,814 miles (+655)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    206,814 miles
    Test number
    271914316453
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe cracked after cat but still secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass206,159 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    206,159 miles
    Test number
    180538537383
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail206,157 miles (+2,204)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,157 miles
    Test number
    698005687229
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass203,953 miles (+31)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    203,953 miles
    Test number
    430226587265
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDiff oily
    • AdvisoryFew areas of corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box heat shield fixings missing

  7. Fail203,922 miles (+4,496)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,922 miles
    Test number
    250272099417
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged flexi and metal brake line insecure on a steered shockabsorber (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryDiff oily
    • AdvisoryFew areas of corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box heat sheild few fixings missing

  8. Pass199,426 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    199,426 miles
    Test number
    645646740075
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryGrinding coming from rear

  9. Fail199,423 miles (+6,029)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,423 miles
    Test number
    869346069304
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryGrinding coming from rear

  10. Pass193,394 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    193,394 miles
    Test number
    974035589839
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail193,394 miles (+12,911)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,394 miles
    Test number
    697091232867
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass180,483 miles (+12,217)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    180,483 miles
    Test number
    460186555183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass168,266 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    168,266 miles
    Test number
    748181255018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail168,265 miles (+11,407)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,265 miles
    Test number
    677768445055
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass156,858 miles (+12,048)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    156,858 miles
    Test number
    879182244054
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteFront tyres same size across axle but different size to rears.

  16. Pass144,810 miles (+27)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    144,810 miles
    Test number
    627010953009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail144,783 miles (+9,753)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,783 miles
    Test number
    318776433066
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass135,030 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    135,030 miles
    Test number
    469254832047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail135,009 miles (+14,068)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,009 miles
    Test number
    967791432091
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass120,941 miles (+13,649)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    120,941 miles
    Test number
    906314351017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass107,292 miles (+15,667)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    107,292 miles
    Test number
    154315150081
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass91,625 miles (+18,356)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    91,625 miles
    Test number
    242160739000
    • NoteLow on engine oil
    • NoteThe o/s/r brake disc is corroded

  23. Pass73,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    73,269 miles
    Test number
    654364028037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 TJO

Does LB54 TJO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 TJO expired on 24 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 TJO?
The MOT on LB54 TJO expired on 24 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 TJO done?
LB54 TJO was recorded at 208,409 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2023, an average of 8,641 miles a year.
Has LB54 TJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 TJO has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LB54 TJO 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 TJO find?
LB54 TJO failed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2023 with 3 major defects and 5 advisories: emissions unable to be completed; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; parking brake efficiency below requirements, and 5 more.

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