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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

LK54 RYJMOT history

LK54 RYJ is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 24 May 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 154,260 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 May 2023.

LK54 RYJ 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 24 May 2024
Mileage
154,260 mi
At MOT on 25 May 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,264 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK54 RYJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 May 2024
Latest MOT test
25 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK54 RYJ was last recorded at 154,260 miles on 25 May 2023, 13,251 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Apr 2009: 64,375 miles, lower than 115,066 miles on 12 Mar 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
141,009 miles · 2 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
13,251 miles
Average per year
4,264 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 154,260 miles
  • 2022 – 141,009 miles
  • 2020 – 127,339 miles
  • 2019 – 112,308 miles
  • 2018 – 98,970 miles
  • 2017 – 95,602 miles
  • 2016 – 93,433 miles
  • 2015 – 90,281 miles
  • 2014 – 86,827 miles
  • 2013 – 83,712 miles
  • 2012 – 81,117 miles
  • 2011 – 77,399 miles
  • 2010 – 72,133 miles
  • 2009 – 64,375 miles
  • 2008 – 88,948 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,260 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play rears (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryWheel bearing slightly noisy rears (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,260 miles (+13,251)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    154,260 miles
    Test number
    559761255526
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play rears (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing slightly noisy rears (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass141,009 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    141,009 miles
    Test number
    209680706244
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail141,009 miles (+13,670)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,009 miles
    Test number
    365028717768
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass127,339 miles (+15,031)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    127,339 miles
    Test number
    644887273133
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass112,308 miles (+13,338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    112,308 miles
    Test number
    217805305254
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass98,970 miles (+3,368)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    98,970 miles
    Test number
    105086548700
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  7. Pass95,602 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    95,602 miles
    Test number
    421290515841
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear. (2.4.G.2)

  8. Fail95,602 miles (+2,169)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,602 miles
    Test number
    683977338264
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear. (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass93,433 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    93,433 miles
    Test number
    911406983296
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail93,433 miles (+3,152)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,433 miles
    Test number
    958630374476
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail90,281 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,281 miles
    Test number
    386142425438
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNearside wiper blade splitting
    • NoteOffside rear tyre splitting

  12. Pass90,281 miles (+3,454)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    90,281 miles
    Test number
    519062325261
    • NoteNearside wiper blade splitting
    • NoteOffside rear tyre splitting

  13. Pass86,827 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    86,827 miles
    Test number
    829991024251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge and splitting

  14. Fail86,827 miles (+3,115)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,827 miles
    Test number
    938981624204
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge and splitting

  15. Pass83,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    83,712 miles
    Test number
    388881513403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail83,712 miles (+2,595)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,712 miles
    Test number
    346890513485
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass81,117 miles (+3,718)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    81,117 miles
    Test number
    215559642162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,399 miles (+32)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    77,399 miles
    Test number
    127354921181
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail77,367 miles (+5,234)1 dangerous4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,367 miles
    Test number
    157483121150
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass72,133 miles (+7,758)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    72,133 miles
    Test number
    550649060085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass64,375 miles (-50,691)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    64,375 miles
    Test number
    121521599450
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass115,066 miles1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    115,066 miles
    Test number
    633021579051
    • DangerousPropshaft component defective
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s/f tyrecut on sidewall

  23. Fail115,059 miles (+26,111)1 dangerous1 failure1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,059 miles
    Test number
    754401479047
    • DangerousPropshaft component defective
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s/f tyrecut on sidewall

  24. Pass88,948 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    88,948 miles
    Test number
    374509528096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail88,948 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,948 miles
    Test number
    792849428036
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about LK54 RYJ

Does LK54 RYJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LK54 RYJ expired on 24 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LK54 RYJ?
The MOT on LK54 RYJ expired on 24 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LK54 RYJ done?
LK54 RYJ was recorded at 154,260 miles at its MOT on 25 May 2023, an average of 4,264 miles a year.
Has LK54 RYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK54 RYJ has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LK54 RYJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Apr 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LK54 RYJ find?
LK54 RYJ passed its latest MOT on 25 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above fuel tank; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, and 5 more.

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