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BMW M3

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 3,246 cc

LK04 YFGMOT history

LK04 YFG is a grey petrol BMW M3 first used on 25 Mar 2004. Its MOT expired on 12 Dec 2022 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 132,707 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2021.

LK04 YFG 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 12 Dec 2022
Mileage
132,707 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2021
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,554 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK04 YFG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
25 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK04 YFG was last recorded at 132,707 miles on 13 Dec 2021, 17,100 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,607 miles · 16 Jul 2018
Between the last two tests
17,100 miles
Average per year
7,554 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 132,707 miles
  • 2018 – 115,607 miles
  • 2016 – 99,606 miles
  • 2015 – 87,637 miles
  • 2014 – 75,355 miles
  • 2013 – 64,013 miles
  • 2012 – 51,895 miles
  • 2011 – 42,801 miles
  • 2010 – 36,934 miles
  • 2009 – 31,031 miles
  • 2008 – 23,560 miles
  • 2007 – 21,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,707 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront brake pads will require replacement in approx 2500 miles
  • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges,inners below 1.6mm
  • AdvisoryImbalance between parking brakes
  • AdvisoryOffside rack end worn
  • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside rear shock absorber damp

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.

  • Front to rear brake pipes corroded - advise replacing soon

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Fuel cap seal poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside side repeater lamp flashing pale orange

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear tyres 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 28 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,707 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    132,707 miles
    Test number
    710098705225
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads will require replacement in approx 2500 miles
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges,inners below 1.6mm
    • AdvisoryImbalance between parking brakes
    • AdvisoryOffside rack end worn
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock absorber damp
  2. Fail132,707 miles (+17,100)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,707 miles
    Test number
    308628308396
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads will require replacement in approx 2500 miles
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges,inners below 1.6mm
    • AdvisoryImbalance between parking brakes
    • AdvisoryOffside rack end worn
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock absorber damp
  3. Pass115,607 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    115,607 miles
    Test number
    860114342528
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroded - advise replacing soon
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside side repeater lamp flashing pale orange
    • AdvisoryRear tyres 3mm
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged
  4. Fail115,601 miles (+15,995)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,601 miles
    Test number
    544091467129
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wheel arch liner (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wheel arch liner (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroded - advise replacing soon
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside side repeater lamp flashing pale orange
    • AdvisoryRear tyres 3mm
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged
  5. Pass99,606 miles (+11,969)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    99,606 miles
    Test number
    652685584942
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn in centre of tread
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust joint corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in osf steering rack inner joint
  6. Pass87,637 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    87,637 miles
    Test number
    587496286144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail87,628 miles (+12,273)2 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,628 miles
    Test number
    635726545029
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre sidewall damaged
  8. Pass75,355 miles (+11,342)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    75,355 miles
    Test number
    635118534219
    • 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)
  9. Pass64,013 miles (+12,118)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    64,013 miles
    Test number
    459199033214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass51,895 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    51,895 miles
    Test number
    837773142255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail51,888 miles (+9,087)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,888 miles
    Test number
    867787132261
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  12. Pass42,801 miles (+5,867)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    42,801 miles
    Test number
    548502841276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,934 miles (+5,903)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    36,934 miles
    Test number
    330980650473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,031 miles (+7,471)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    31,031 miles
    Test number
    311422639218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass23,560 miles (+2,497)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    23,560 miles
    Test number
    263112138276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass21,063 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    21,063 miles
    Test number
    751556117163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,013 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    21,013 miles
    Test number
    361917787090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail21,009 miles (+25)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,009 miles
    Test number
    974845087031
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass20,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    20,984 miles
    Test number
    262259457028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK04 YFG

Does LK04 YFG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LK04 YFG expired on 12 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LK04 YFG?
The MOT on LK04 YFG expired on 12 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LK04 YFG done?
LK04 YFG was recorded at 132,707 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2021, an average of 7,554 miles a year.
Has LK04 YFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK04 YFG has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LK04 YFG 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 YFG find?
LK04 YFG passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2021 with 6 advisories: front brake pads will require replacement in approx 2500 miles; front tyres worn on edges,inners below 1.6mm; imbalance between parking brakes, and 3 more.

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