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BMW M3

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 3,246 cc

LL04 BWJMOT history

LL04 BWJ is a grey petrol BMW M3 first used on 30 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 118,660 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

LL04 BWJ grey 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 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
118,660 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,408 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 BWJ
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
30 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL04 BWJ was last recorded at 118,660 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 270 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,390 miles · 16 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
270 miles
Average per year
5,408 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,660 miles
  • 2022 – 118,390 miles
  • 2019 – 116,566 miles
  • 2017 – 109,223 miles
  • 2015 – 102,011 miles
  • 2014 – 92,848 miles
  • 2013 – 82,247 miles
  • 2012 – 59,223 miles
  • 2011 – 41,828 miles
  • 2010 – 39,117 miles
  • 2008 – 34,190 miles
  • 2007 – 15,270 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,660 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,660 miles (+270)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    118,660 miles
    Test number
    699039047096
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass118,390 miles (+1,824)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    118,390 miles
    Test number
    387681566345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass116,566 miles (+7,343)
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    116,566 miles
    Test number
    390512850142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass109,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    109,223 miles
    Test number
    647245191784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail109,223 miles (+7,212)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,223 miles
    Test number
    554031917580
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working bad connection (1.1.C.1d)

  6. Pass102,011 miles (+25)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    102,011 miles
    Test number
    788530595170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  7. Fail101,986 miles (+9,138)9 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,986 miles
    Test number
    499679885153
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  8. Pass92,848 miles (+10,601)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    92,848 miles
    Test number
    247308574138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,247 miles (+34)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    82,247 miles
    Test number
    609347983124
    • NoteOffside front tyre wall inner worn

  10. Fail82,213 miles (+22,990)10 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,213 miles
    Test number
    137956183179
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass59,223 miles (+17,395)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    59,223 miles
    Test number
    138382442029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,828 miles (+2,711)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    41,828 miles
    Test number
    195264331019
    • NoteChips In Windscreen
    • NoteEngine Undertray Fitted
    • NoteOuter Sill Covers Fitted
    • NoteSide Undertrays Fitted

  13. Pass39,117 miles (+4,927)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    39,117 miles
    Test number
    852389910061
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass34,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    34,190 miles
    Test number
    230777648251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail34,190 miles (+18,920)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,190 miles
    Test number
    840946848241
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass15,270 miles (+676)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    15,270 miles
    Test number
    303107547251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    14,594 miles
    Test number
    483489257138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail14,594 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,594 miles
    Test number
    270809757438
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LL04 BWJ

Does LL04 BWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL04 BWJ is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL04 BWJ?
The MOT on LL04 BWJ is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL04 BWJ done?
LL04 BWJ was recorded at 118,660 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 5,408 miles a year.
Has LL04 BWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 BWJ has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2017.
Has the mileage on LL04 BWJ 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 LL04 BWJ find?
LL04 BWJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration; rear service brake binding but not excessively; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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