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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

LK04 ZBRMOT history

LK04 ZBR is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 91,647 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

LK04 ZBR red BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
91,647 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,560 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK04 ZBR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
6 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK04 ZBR was last recorded at 91,647 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 2,040 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
89,607 miles · 1 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,040 miles
Average per year
3,560 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,647 miles
  • 2025 – 89,607 miles
  • 2024 – 86,646 miles
  • 2023 – 81,890 miles
  • 2022 – 77,706 miles
  • 2021 – 75,261 miles
  • 2019 – 74,787 miles
  • 2018 – 73,547 miles
  • 2017 – 72,763 miles
  • 2016 – 69,042 miles
  • 2015 – 64,388 miles
  • 2014 – 53,434 miles
  • 2013 – 46,937 miles
  • 2012 – 44,733 miles
  • 2011 – 42,605 miles
  • 2010 – 39,613 miles
  • 2009 – 35,727 miles
  • 2008 – 28,540 miles
  • 2007 – 24,323 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,647 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,647 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    91,647 miles
    Test number
    912442211646
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail91,647 miles (+2,040)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,647 miles
    Test number
    148735061278
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass89,607 miles (+2,961)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    89,607 miles
    Test number
    689199631910
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm left on tread also splits, cracks inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass86,646 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2025
    Odometer
    86,646 miles
    Test number
    162412406325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail86,646 miles (+4,756)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,646 miles
    Test number
    698360224774
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass81,890 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2024
    Odometer
    81,890 miles
    Test number
    835281894204
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion ingress (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both, Radius arm bushes, deteriorated with slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail81,890 miles (+4,184)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,890 miles
    Test number
    296744549565
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Whole circumference inner edge! 2254018 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge, 2254018 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking At pump/union/pipe (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corrosion ingress (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both, Radius arm bushes, deteriorated with slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass77,706 miles (+2,445)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2023
    Odometer
    77,706 miles
    Test number
    843483015095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,261 miles (+474)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    75,261 miles
    Test number
    916832693351
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre perished on outer edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f lower arm rear bush worn and allowing slight movement
    • AdvisoryRear tyres slightly perished

  10. Pass74,787 miles (+1,240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    74,787 miles
    Test number
    498542047571
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on rear brake discs

  11. Pass73,547 miles (+784)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    73,547 miles
    Test number
    679783576622
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe to n/s/r hose slightly corroded

  12. Pass72,763 miles (+3,721)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    72,763 miles
    Test number
    690141851063
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass69,042 miles (+4,654)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    69,042 miles
    Test number
    575833842139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,388 miles (+10,954)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    64,388 miles
    Test number
    888123225472
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush Both (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Pass53,434 miles (+6,497)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    53,434 miles
    Test number
    249468714416
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass46,937 miles (+2,204)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    46,937 miles
    Test number
    847719413068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,733 miles (+2,128)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    44,733 miles
    Test number
    277044712099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,605 miles (+2,992)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    42,605 miles
    Test number
    548495211090
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on edges

  19. Pass39,613 miles (+3,886)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    39,613 miles
    Test number
    170796310059
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass35,727 miles (+7,187)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    35,727 miles
    Test number
    781863749014
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass28,540 miles (+4,217)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    28,540 miles
    Test number
    820863628021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    24,323 miles
    Test number
    680940737187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK04 ZBR

Does LK04 ZBR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK04 ZBR is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK04 ZBR?
The MOT on LK04 ZBR is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK04 ZBR done?
LK04 ZBR was recorded at 91,647 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 3,560 miles a year.
Has LK04 ZBR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK04 ZBR has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LK04 ZBR 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 ZBR find?
LK04 ZBR passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: brake disc worn, but not excessively both front; nearside front outer tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor, and 4 more.

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