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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,895 cc

LE04 FJZMOT history

LE04 FJZ is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Aug 2004. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 106,481 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2024.

LE04 FJZ grey 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 22 Feb 2024
Mileage
106,481 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,617 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE04 FJZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
12 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LE04 FJZ was last recorded at 106,481 miles on 28 Feb 2024, 8,868 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,613 miles · 23 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
8,868 miles
Average per year
5,617 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 106,481 miles
  • 2023 – 97,613 miles
  • 2022 – 91,353 miles
  • 2021 – 79,316 miles
  • 2020 – 69,853 miles
  • 2019 – 59,105 miles
  • 2018 – 49,483 miles
  • 2016 – 44,447 miles
  • 2015 – 41,219 miles
  • 2014 – 36,136 miles
  • 2013 – 33,522 miles
  • 2012 – 29,445 miles
  • 2011 – 25,741 miles
  • 2010 – 21,265 miles
  • 2009 – 17,189 miles
  • 2008 – 15,380 miles
  • 2007 – 13,480 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail106,481 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside front tyre worn smooth on extreme outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside and nearside front brake flexi hoses perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Undertays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail106,481 miles (+8,868)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,481 miles
    Test number
    851302817762
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass97,613 miles (+6,260)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    97,613 miles
    Test number
    919845643627
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass91,353 miles (+12,037)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    91,353 miles
    Test number
    763648871020
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens deteriorating (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs slightly worn/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre tread wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured pale (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity position lamp lens deteriorating (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre tread wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured pale (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity position lamp lens deteriorating (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass79,316 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    79,316 miles
    Test number
    435198407362
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens slightly deteriorated (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear indicators slightly pale (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs wearing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin approximately 4mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity lens slightly deteriorated (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread lowest depth 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity lens slightly deteriorated (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread lowest depth 3.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail79,316 miles (+9,463)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,316 miles
    Test number
    663352037412
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens slightly deteriorated (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear indicators slightly pale (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs wearing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin approximately 4mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity lens slightly deteriorated (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread lowest depth 3.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity lens slightly deteriorated (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread lowest depth 3.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass69,853 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    69,853 miles
    Test number
    802194672623
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail69,853 miles (+10,748)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,853 miles
    Test number
    758801073010
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass59,105 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    59,105 miles
    Test number
    228707548566
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail59,087 miles (+9,604)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,087 miles
    Test number
    969735982585
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass49,483 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    49,483 miles
    Test number
    374315926651
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn smooth on extreme outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front brake flexi hoses perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUndertays fitted

  11. Fail49,482 miles (+5,035)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,482 miles
    Test number
    431994789040
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn smooth on extreme outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front brake flexi hoses perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUndertays fitted

  12. Pass44,447 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    44,447 miles
    Test number
    453795612325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail44,389 miles (+3,170)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,389 miles
    Test number
    839413556231
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass41,219 miles (+5,083)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    41,219 miles
    Test number
    459657455464
    • 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)

  15. Pass36,136 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    36,136 miles
    Test number
    367483124312
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail36,136 miles (+2,614)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,136 miles
    Test number
    448813724436
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSpare tyre missing

  17. Pass33,522 miles (+4,077)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    33,522 miles
    Test number
    559688533385
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass29,445 miles (+3,704)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    29,445 miles
    Test number
    497180622388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,741 miles (+4,476)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    25,741 miles
    Test number
    986985131358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,265 miles (+4,076)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    21,265 miles
    Test number
    610982000347
    • NoteSTRONG ADVISORY OFFSIDE REAR TYRE OUTER SIDEWALL SLIGHT BULGE

  21. Pass17,189 miles (+1,809)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    17,189 miles
    Test number
    404630989290
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT TYRE SIDEWALL SLIGHT DAMAGE

  22. Pass15,380 miles (+1,900)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    15,380 miles
    Test number
    680126978214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    13,480 miles
    Test number
    620150227230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE04 FJZ

Does LE04 FJZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE04 FJZ expired on 22 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE04 FJZ?
The MOT on LE04 FJZ expired on 22 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE04 FJZ done?
LE04 FJZ was recorded at 106,481 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2024, an average of 5,617 miles a year.
Has LE04 FJZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE04 FJZ has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LE04 FJZ 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 LE04 FJZ find?
LE04 FJZ failed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 2 major defects and 7 advisories: offside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; oil leaking excessively from engine, and 7 more.

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