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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LK54 FJJMOT history

LK54 FJJ is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 126,537 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

LK54 FJJ black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
126,537 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,374 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK54 FJJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
9 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK54 FJJ was last recorded at 126,537 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 8,767 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,770 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
8,767 miles
Average per year
5,374 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,537 miles
  • 2025 – 117,770 miles
  • 2024 – 113,370 miles
  • 2023 – 108,526 miles
  • 2022 – 104,200 miles
  • 2021 – 99,110 miles
  • 2020 – 93,892 miles
  • 2019 – 88,529 miles
  • 2018 – 76,829 miles
  • 2017 – 70,951 miles
  • 2016 – 66,125 miles
  • 2015 – 61,545 miles
  • 2014 – 58,062 miles
  • 2013 – 53,481 miles
  • 2012 – 50,555 miles
  • 2011 – 47,018 miles
  • 2010 – 43,469 miles
  • 2009 – 37,103 miles
  • 2008 – 30,968 miles
  • 2007 – 24,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,537 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Near side front off side front. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On limit. (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Near side rear off side rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded nearside/offside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Engine cover/under-trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass126,537 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    126,537 miles
    Test number
    759032143136
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Near side front off side front. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On limit. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Near side rear off side rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail126,537 miles (+8,767)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,537 miles
    Test number
    184654775225
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Near side front off side front. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On limit. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Near side rear off side rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass117,770 miles (+4,400)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    117,770 miles
    Test number
    548528505503
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Near side rear off side rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides rear. (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass113,370 miles (+4,844)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    113,370 miles
    Test number
    590263910638
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass108,526 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    108,526 miles
    Test number
    218010166346
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside/offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside/offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside/offside rear shock absorbers corroded

  6. Fail108,526 miles (+4,326)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,526 miles
    Test number
    165753049617
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side very late to come in massive imbalances (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside/offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside/offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside/offside rear shock absorbers corroded

  7. Pass104,200 miles (+5,090)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    104,200 miles
    Test number
    160022512586
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside/offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside/offside rear shock absorbers corroded

  8. Pass99,110 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    99,110 miles
    Test number
    925522262283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside/offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside/offside trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside/offside front tyres have cracking in structure
    • AdvisoryNearside/offside rear shock absorber corroded

  9. Fail99,110 miles (+5,218)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,110 miles
    Test number
    541748920149
    • MajorBrake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment handbrake travel high and imbalances (1.1.15 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside/offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside/offside trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside/offside front tyres have cracking in structure
    • AdvisoryNearside/offside rear shock absorber corroded

  10. Pass93,892 miles (+5,363)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    93,892 miles
    Test number
    974937490925
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Hand brake travel excessive
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass88,529 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    88,529 miles
    Test number
    777328821012
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail88,529 miles (+11,700)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,529 miles
    Test number
    707058195769
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass76,829 miles (+5,878)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    76,829 miles
    Test number
    729192506254
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both arms rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass70,951 miles (+4,826)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    70,951 miles
    Test number
    468116981426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,125 miles (+4,580)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    66,125 miles
    Test number
    768556317080
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass61,545 miles (+3,483)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    61,545 miles
    Test number
    303983787244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,062 miles (+4,581)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    58,062 miles
    Test number
    607597144234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,481 miles (+2,926)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    53,481 miles
    Test number
    336638843488
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteN/s/f lower arm rear bush worn
    • NoteRear springs corroded
    • NoteSlight age cracking to flexi hoses
    • NoteSurface corrosion to brake pipes

  19. Pass50,555 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    50,555 miles
    Test number
    437745952259
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteRear tyres slight age cracking
    • NoteRequires tracking

  20. Fail50,555 miles (+3,537)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,555 miles
    Test number
    838725652222
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteRear tyres slight age cracking
    • NoteRequires tracking

  21. Pass47,018 miles (+3,549)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    47,018 miles
    Test number
    828102161212
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres age cracking

  22. Pass43,469 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    43,469 miles
    Test number
    350056450220
    • NoteOffside front shock absorber is leaking

  23. Fail43,469 miles (+6,366)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,469 miles
    Test number
    570726350223
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • NoteOffside front shock absorber is leaking

  24. Fail37,103 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,103 miles
    Test number
    322399539449
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f ball joint and rear bush

  25. Pass37,103 miles (+6,135)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    37,103 miles
    Test number
    522219039285
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f ball joint and rear bush

  26. Pass30,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    30,968 miles
    Test number
    324340348267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail30,968 miles (+6,898)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,968 miles
    Test number
    654780248215
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  28. Pass24,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    24,070 miles
    Test number
    362834237204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK54 FJJ

Does LK54 FJJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK54 FJJ is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK54 FJJ?
The MOT on LK54 FJJ is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK54 FJJ done?
LK54 FJJ was recorded at 126,537 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 5,374 miles a year.
Has LK54 FJJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK54 FJJ has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LK54 FJJ 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 LK54 FJJ find?
LK54 FJJ passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement near side front off side front.; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on limit.; rear coil spring corroded near side rear off side rear., and 1 more.

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