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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 3,246 cc

LK04 ZSWMOT history

LK04 ZSW is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 31 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 108,563 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2026.

LK04 ZSW black 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 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
108,563 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,497 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK04 ZSW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK04 ZSW was last recorded at 108,563 miles on 4 Apr 2026, 922 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,641 miles · 12 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
922 miles
Average per year
4,497 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,563 miles
  • 2025 – 107,641 miles
  • 2024 – 107,024 miles
  • 2023 – 106,533 miles
  • 2022 – 105,071 miles
  • 2021 – 103,149 miles
  • 2020 – 101,660 miles
  • 2019 – 96,989 miles
  • 2018 – 91,490 miles
  • 2017 – 85,859 miles
  • 2016 – 79,860 miles
  • 2015 – 69,455 miles
  • 2014 – 57,080 miles
  • 2013 – 48,140 miles
  • 2012 – 46,656 miles
  • 2011 – 44,748 miles
  • 2010 – 43,043 miles
  • 2009 – 39,583 miles
  • 2008 – 30,398 miles
  • 2007 – 22,876 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,563 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,563 miles (+922)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    108,563 miles
    Test number
    245681789033
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass107,641 miles (+617)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    107,641 miles
    Test number
    669367004870
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass107,024 miles (+491)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    107,024 miles
    Test number
    245158750782
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass106,533 miles (+1,462)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    106,533 miles
    Test number
    906986279479
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view minor chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  5. Pass105,071 miles (+1,922)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    105,071 miles
    Test number
    748092950602
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  6. Pass103,149 miles (+1,489)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    103,149 miles
    Test number
    510474701953
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryChips in windscreen

  7. Pass101,660 miles (+4,671)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    101,660 miles
    Test number
    635656883420
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass96,989 miles (+5,499)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    96,989 miles
    Test number
    435751460777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,490 miles (+5,631)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    91,490 miles
    Test number
    782786276562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,859 miles (+5,999)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    85,859 miles
    Test number
    363282004644
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass79,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    79,860 miles
    Test number
    883183137716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail79,860 miles (+10,405)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,860 miles
    Test number
    202774702076
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass69,455 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    69,455 miles
    Test number
    417235685052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are starting to wear
    • NoteFuel cap seal is deteriorating
    • NoteRear exhaust section is starting to cororde and deteriorate
    • NoteSome steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

  14. Fail69,455 miles (+12,375)4 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,455 miles
    Test number
    825973685076
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are starting to wear
    • NoteFuel cap seal is deteriorating
    • NoteRear exhaust section is starting to cororde and deteriorate
    • NoteSome steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

  15. Pass57,080 miles (+503)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    57,080 miles
    Test number
    439391174007
    • NoteBoth front tyres are starting to wear on edges
    • NoteExhaust is starting to corrode and deteriorate
    • NoteSlight play in o/s steering rack arm
    • NoteSome steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

  16. Fail56,577 miles (+8,437)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,577 miles
    Test number
    979459254053
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are starting to wear on edges
    • NoteExhaust is starting to corrode and deteriorate
    • NoteSlight play in o/s steering rack arm
    • NoteSome steering and suspension bushes are starting to deteriorate

  17. Pass48,140 miles (+1,484)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    48,140 miles
    Test number
    905193573059
    • NoteNearside rear tyre won to 3mm
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn to 2mm

  18. Pass46,656 miles (+1,908)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    46,656 miles
    Test number
    619489282092
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/r tyre 2.8mm

  19. Pass44,748 miles (+1,705)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    44,748 miles
    Test number
    187482191081
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront tyres worn very low on outer edges....Rear tyres worn appox 3mm in center...Front pads low and o/s front binding ADVISE BRAKE SERVICE..

  20. Pass43,043 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    43,043 miles
    Test number
    694972280052
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteReverse lamps in-op

  21. Fail43,043 miles (+3,460)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,043 miles
    Test number
    362902980016
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteReverse lamps in-op

  22. Pass39,583 miles (+9,185)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    39,583 miles
    Test number
    730319169047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail30,398 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,398 miles
    Test number
    122188288000
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass30,398 miles (+7,522)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    30,398 miles
    Test number
    191338088021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass22,876 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    22,876 miles
    Test number
    642085577008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LK04 ZSW

Does LK04 ZSW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK04 ZSW is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK04 ZSW?
The MOT on LK04 ZSW is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK04 ZSW done?
LK04 ZSW was recorded at 108,563 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2026, an average of 4,497 miles a year.
Has LK04 ZSW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK04 ZSW has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2016.
Has the mileage on LK04 ZSW 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 ZSW find?
LK04 ZSW passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 2 more.

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