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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,995 cc

LK04 XOWMOT history

LK04 XOW is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 104,359 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

LK04 XOW silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
104,359 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,637 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK04 XOW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK04 XOW was last recorded at 104,359 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 114 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,245 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
114 miles
Average per year
3,637 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,359 miles
  • 2025 – 104,245 miles
  • 2023 – 97,901 miles
  • 2022 – 94,182 miles
  • 2021 – 90,664 miles
  • 2020 – 89,606 miles
  • 2019 – 87,047 miles
  • 2018 – 86,584 miles
  • 2017 – 85,257 miles
  • 2016 – 82,709 miles
  • 2015 – 79,590 miles
  • 2014 – 72,200 miles
  • 2013 – 66,206 miles
  • 2012 – 59,279 miles
  • 2011 – 52,830 miles
  • 2010 – 44,471 miles
  • 2009 – 35,928 miles
  • 2008 – 35,520 miles
  • 2007 – 34,353 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,359 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 main (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 5 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,359 miles (+114)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    104,359 miles
    Test number
    988030385147
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail104,245 miles (+23)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,245 miles
    Test number
    470711068248
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Fail104,222 miles (+6,321)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,222 miles
    Test number
    214086766888
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Pass97,901 miles (+3,719)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    97,901 miles
    Test number
    131952057964
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass94,182 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    94,182 miles
    Test number
    335850669342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive minor (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail94,182 miles (+3,518)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,182 miles
    Test number
    947624715607
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive minor (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass90,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    90,664 miles
    Test number
    326279038325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail90,664 miles (+1,058)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,664 miles
    Test number
    337728392198
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass89,606 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    89,606 miles
    Test number
    858023230186
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRES (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail89,594 miles (+2,547)9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,594 miles
    Test number
    325743916112
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter obviously modified cut open and welded (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))

  11. Pass87,047 miles (+463)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    87,047 miles
    Test number
    120250254782
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose split at backbox (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres are low

  12. Pass86,584 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    86,584 miles
    Test number
    426849565397
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tires low (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail86,582 miles (+1,325)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,582 miles
    Test number
    409206457027
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tires low (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass85,257 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    85,257 miles
    Test number
    676244045835
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail85,256 miles (+2,547)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,256 miles
    Test number
    869764061696
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel no effort n/s/r hand brake (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported hanger snapped (7.1.1)
    • FailureSide repeater incorrect colour n/s and o/s (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass82,709 miles (+3,119)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    82,709 miles
    Test number
    305617386029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,590 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    79,590 miles
    Test number
    165876575198
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Fail79,590 miles (+7,390)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,590 miles
    Test number
    107584975174
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth front tyre worn on edges

  19. Pass72,200 miles (+5,994)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    72,200 miles
    Test number
    196055474168
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCuts on nearside front tyre inside wall almost to coords
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn to limits
    • NoteRear brake pads worn to limits

  20. Pass66,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    66,206 miles
    Test number
    246290023413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail66,203 miles (+6,924)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,203 miles
    Test number
    525980523188
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass59,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    59,279 miles
    Test number
    177142232124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail59,279 miles (+6,449)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,279 miles
    Test number
    259822432441
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass52,830 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    52,830 miles
    Test number
    995883711166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail52,823 miles (+8,352)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,823 miles
    Test number
    146192511149
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass44,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    44,471 miles
    Test number
    950909810193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail44,471 miles (+8,543)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,471 miles
    Test number
    670089510156
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  28. Pass35,928 miles (+408)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    35,928 miles
    Test number
    443783919101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass35,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2009
    Odometer
    35,520 miles
    Test number
    484994528135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail35,510 miles (+1,157)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,510 miles
    Test number
    660924228179
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  31. Pass34,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    34,353 miles
    Test number
    212355727141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK04 XOW

Does LK04 XOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK04 XOW is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK04 XOW?
The MOT on LK04 XOW is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK04 XOW done?
LK04 XOW was recorded at 104,359 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 3,637 miles a year.
Has LK04 XOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK04 XOW has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LK04 XOW 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 LK04 XOW find?
LK04 XOW passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x 2 main; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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