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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LL04 GHNMOT history

LL04 GHN is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 239,020 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

LL04 GHN black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
239,020 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,389 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 GHN
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
15 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL04 GHN was last recorded at 239,020 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 1,488 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
237,532 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,488 miles
Average per year
9,389 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 239,020 miles
  • 2025 – 237,532 miles
  • 2024 – 236,051 miles
  • 2023 – 234,075 miles
  • 2022 – 231,059 miles
  • 2021 – 228,849 miles
  • 2020 – 226,457 miles
  • 2019 – 220,478 miles
  • 2018 – 207,577 miles
  • 2017 – 195,590 miles
  • 2014 – 195,561 miles
  • 2013 – 174,239 miles
  • 2012 – 145,032 miles
  • 2011 – 128,167 miles
  • 2010 – 107,904 miles
  • 2009 – 90,127 miles
  • 2008 – 73,763 miles
  • 2007 – 58,180 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass239,020 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 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.

  • Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both rear

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Road wheel slightly distorted Front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass239,020 miles (+1,488)4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    239,020 miles
    Test number
    491983558503
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass237,532 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    237,532 miles
    Test number
    320536005352
    • MinorPosition lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both rear (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted both nearside (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. Fail237,532 miles (+1,481)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,532 miles
    Test number
    742694040536
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorPosition lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both rear (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted both nearside (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  4. Pass236,051 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    236,051 miles
    Test number
    681609783503
    • MinorPosition lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both rear (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted Front and rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  5. Fail236,051 miles (+1,976)1 dangerous2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,051 miles
    Test number
    914348203471
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorPosition lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both rear (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted Front and rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  6. Pass234,075 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    234,075 miles
    Test number
    566498888101
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail234,075 miles (+3,016)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,075 miles
    Test number
    822815812278
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass231,059 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    231,059 miles
    Test number
    236576749047
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail231,058 miles (+2,209)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,058 miles
    Test number
    857659717764
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass228,849 miles (+2,392)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    228,849 miles
    Test number
    472476182061
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass226,457 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    226,457 miles
    Test number
    263160853338
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail226,457 miles (+5,979)1 dangerous2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,457 miles
    Test number
    919644456925
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass220,478 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    220,478 miles
    Test number
    902614473013
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight black smoke on acceleration

  14. Fail220,477 miles (+12,900)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,477 miles
    Test number
    475507124528
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s+ o/s rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight black smoke on acceleration

  15. Pass207,577 miles (+11,987)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    207,577 miles
    Test number
    354250840425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass195,590 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    195,590 miles
    Test number
    109784533062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass195,561 miles (+21,322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    195,561 miles
    Test number
    515409044268
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass174,239 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    174,239 miles
    Test number
    357455343476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail174,197 miles (+29,165)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,197 miles
    Test number
    235024233224
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear exhaust heat sheild insecure

  20. Pass145,032 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    145,032 miles
    Test number
    576367072195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth sides front and both sides rear brake discs pitted on braking surface
    • NoteBoth sides front tyres worn unevenly on inside edge

  21. Fail145,030 miles (+16,863)1 dangerous2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,030 miles
    Test number
    818097972162
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth sides front and both sides rear brake disc's pitted on braking surface
    • NoteBoth sides front tyres worn unevenly on inside edge

  22. Pass128,167 miles (+20,263)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    128,167 miles
    Test number
    217208971124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBrake discs slightly pitted and worn
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust heat sheild loose

  23. Pass107,904 miles (+17,777)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    107,904 miles
    Test number
    304539370194
    • 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)

  24. Pass90,127 miles (+16,364)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    90,127 miles
    Test number
    522822099155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail73,763 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,763 miles
    Test number
    354674388110
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass73,763 miles (+15,583)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    73,763 miles
    Test number
    941274488131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass58,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    58,180 miles
    Test number
    771243287173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL04 GHN

Does LL04 GHN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL04 GHN is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL04 GHN?
The MOT on LL04 GHN is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL04 GHN done?
LL04 GHN was recorded at 239,020 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 9,389 miles a year.
Has LL04 GHN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 GHN has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LL04 GHN 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 GHN find?
LL04 GHN passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 4 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning, and 8 more.

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