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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LC04 XYBMOT history

LC04 XYB is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 14 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 126,151 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jan 2023.

LC04 XYB black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Jan 2024
Mileage
126,151 mi
At MOT on 11 Jan 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,066 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC04 XYB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
4 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC04 XYB was last recorded at 126,151 miles on 11 Jan 2023, 15,589 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,562 miles · 4 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
15,589 miles
Average per year
7,066 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 126,151 miles
  • 2022 – 110,562 miles
  • 2021 – 96,032 miles
  • 2019 – 74,886 miles
  • 2018 – 51,938 miles
  • 2017 – 48,879 miles
  • 2016 – 46,230 miles
  • 2015 – 44,747 miles
  • 2014 – 43,076 miles
  • 2013 – 40,436 miles
  • 2012 – 37,612 miles
  • 2011 – 31,476 miles
  • 2010 – 30,032 miles
  • 2009 – 26,052 miles
  • 2008 – 24,808 miles
  • 2007 – 15,762 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,151 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing low
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre tread (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre tread (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre tread (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryUnder tray & plastic sill covers fitted

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 Exhaust mounting defective corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit have slight cracks and cuts on sidewall (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,151 miles (+15,589)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    126,151 miles
    Test number
    359567058769
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing low
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray & plastic sill covers fitted

  2. Pass110,562 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    110,562 miles
    Test number
    252259288520
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test rear seats folded at time of test

  3. Fail110,562 miles (+14,530)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,562 miles
    Test number
    775200519204
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test rear seats folded at time of test

  4. Pass96,032 miles (+86)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    96,032 miles
    Test number
    985682910864
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Silencer mount repaired with exhaust clamp and is secure (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail95,946 miles (+21,060)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,946 miles
    Test number
    536056725623
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective corroded (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass74,886 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    74,886 miles
    Test number
    811804030207
    • AdvisoryFront brake reaction bushes worn
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low
    • AdvisoryRear tyres 2-3mm

  7. Fail74,886 miles (+22,018)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,886 miles
    Test number
    430780463029
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust system insecure mount (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake reaction bushes worn
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads low
    • AdvisoryRear tyres 2-3mm

  8. Pass52,868 miles (+930)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    52,868 miles
    Test number
    272702376712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass51,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    51,938 miles
    Test number
    257042838829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail51,938 miles (+3,059)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,938 miles
    Test number
    772002066293
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass48,879 miles (+53)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    48,879 miles
    Test number
    976360091014
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit have slight cracks and cuts on sidewall (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail48,826 miles (+2,596)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,826 miles
    Test number
    703336167842
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit have slight cracks and cuts on sidewall (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass46,230 miles (+1,483)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    46,230 miles
    Test number
    200808479110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,747 miles (+1,671)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    44,747 miles
    Test number
    638582265191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass43,076 miles (+2,640)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    43,076 miles
    Test number
    826374464172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,436 miles (+2,824)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    40,436 miles
    Test number
    887086653175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    37,612 miles
    Test number
    909840262130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail37,612 miles (+6,136)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,612 miles
    Test number
    618909252129
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass31,476 miles (+1,444)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,476 miles
    Test number
    468099651163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,032 miles (+3,980)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    30,032 miles
    Test number
    510238550106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass26,052 miles (+1,244)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    26,052 miles
    Test number
    864759249103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,808 miles (+9,046)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    24,808 miles
    Test number
    482476258116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    15,762 miles
    Test number
    312579147191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC04 XYB

Does LC04 XYB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC04 XYB expired on 14 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC04 XYB?
The MOT on LC04 XYB expired on 14 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC04 XYB done?
LC04 XYB was recorded at 126,151 miles at its MOT on 11 Jan 2023, an average of 7,066 miles a year.
Has LC04 XYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC04 XYB has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LC04 XYB 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 XYB find?
LC04 XYB passed its latest MOT on 11 Jan 2023 with 7 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear; nearside front tyre wearing low; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre tread, and 4 more.

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