BMW 3 Series
Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,171 cc
LC04 COUMOT history
LC04 COU is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 132,076 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 30 Jul 2027
- Mileage
- 132,076 mi
- At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
- MOT tests
- 28
- 19 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 6,403 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LC04 COU
- 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
- 29 Jul 2004
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 31 Jul 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LC04 COU was last recorded at 132,076 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 132,074 miles · 22 Jul 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 2 miles
- Average per year
- 6,403 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 132,076 miles
- 2025 – 120,749 miles
- 2024 – 114,440 miles
- 2023 – 110,495 miles
- 2022 – 106,994 miles
- 2021 – 102,848 miles
- 2019 – 93,233 miles
- 2018 – 81,697 miles
- 2017 – 70,824 miles
- 2016 – 59,538 miles
- 2015 – 46,587 miles
- 2014 – 29,680 miles
- 2013 – 27,019 miles
- 2012 – 24,732 miles
- 2011 – 22,263 miles
- 2010 – 19,470 miles
- 2009 – 16,074 miles
- 2008 – 13,363 miles
- 2007 – 10,177 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass132,076 miles
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026
Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning
Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Full MOT history
28 tests since 17 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass132,076 miles (+2)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2027
- Odometer
- 132,076 miles
- Test number
- 301837461445
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail132,074 miles (+11,325)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 132,074 miles
- Test number
- 109013070382
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
- MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass120,749 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jul 2026
- Odometer
- 120,749 miles
- Test number
- 368437867446
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail120,744 miles (+6,304)1 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 120,744 miles
- Test number
- 464240180441
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear parking brake only just minimal requirements
Pass114,440 miles1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jul 2025
- Odometer
- 114,440 miles
- Test number
- 994379181687
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge 205/55 r16 (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail114,440 miles (+3,945)1 major1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 114,440 miles
- Test number
- 370445627637
- MajorOffside Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge 205/55 r16 (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass110,495 miles (+3,501)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jul 2024
- Odometer
- 110,495 miles
- Test number
- 667277151734
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge 205/55 R16 (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass106,994 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jul 2023
- Odometer
- 106,994 miles
- Test number
- 631043966338
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail106,994 miles (+4,146)2 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 106,994 miles
- Test number
- 746030271187
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryIncorrect wiper blades fitted
Pass102,848 miles
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jun 2022
- Odometer
- 102,848 miles
- Test number
- 226481019186
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail102,848 miles (+9,615)2 dangerous1 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,848 miles
- Test number
- 143145471550
- DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55-16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Pass93,233 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 93,233 miles
- Test number
- 315164587121
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail93,233 miles (+11,536)1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,233 miles
- Test number
- 430481477518
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass81,697 miles
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 81,697 miles
- Test number
- 385794728625
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail81,695 miles (+10,871)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 81,695 miles
- Test number
- 278820339781
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Pass70,824 miles (+46)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 70,824 miles
- Test number
- 990910997612
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail70,778 miles (+11,240)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 70,778 miles
- Test number
- 717363035290
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass59,538 miles (+12,951)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2017
- Odometer
- 59,538 miles
- Test number
- 938885370250
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Pass46,587 miles (+16,907)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 46,587 miles
- Test number
- 736352941057
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass29,680 miles (+2,661)
- MOT expiry
- 6 May 2015
- Odometer
- 29,680 miles
- Test number
- 917127624128
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass27,019 miles (+2,287)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 27,019 miles
- Test number
- 909923083195
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass24,732 miles (+2,469)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 24,732 miles
- Test number
- 188643892140
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass22,263 miles (+2,793)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 22,263 miles
- Test number
- 609712991103
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass19,470 miles
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2011
- Odometer
- 19,470 miles
- Test number
- 600170590125
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail19,470 miles (+3,396)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 19,470 miles
- Test number
- 712250690183
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass16,074 miles (+2,711)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2010
- Odometer
- 16,074 miles
- Test number
- 741115099139
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass13,363 miles (+3,186)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2009
- Odometer
- 13,363 miles
- Test number
- 263904108230
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass10,177 miles
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2008
- Odometer
- 10,177 miles
- Test number
- 551668397198
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LC04 COU
- Does LC04 COU currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC04 COU is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LC04 COU?
- The MOT on LC04 COU is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LC04 COU done?
- LC04 COU was recorded at 132,076 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 6,403 miles a year.
- Has LC04 COU ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LC04 COU has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2026.
- Has the mileage on LC04 COU 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 LC04 COU find?
- LC04 COU passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive engine.
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