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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LL04 HWDMOT history

LL04 HWD is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Aug 2004. Its MOT expired on 21 Jan 2023 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 245,333 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2022.

LL04 HWD blue 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 21 Jan 2023
Mileage
245,333 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2022
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
13,073 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 HWD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
6 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL04 HWD was last recorded at 245,333 miles on 22 Jan 2022, 44,275 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
201,058 miles · 18 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
44,275 miles
Average per year
13,073 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 245,333 miles
  • 2021 – 201,058 miles
  • 2020 – 191,011 miles
  • 2019 – 185,502 miles
  • 2017 – 177,152 miles
  • 2015 – 170,796 miles
  • 2014 – 162,218 miles
  • 2013 – 154,670 miles
  • 2012 – 143,783 miles
  • 2011 – 128,905 miles
  • 2010 – 105,476 miles
  • 2008 – 77,372 miles
  • 2007 – 59,496 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass245,333 miles
  • AdvisoryCentre section of exhaust, hangers broken. (exhaust still secure)
  • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySlight play in nearside steering rack end inner joint.
  • AdvisorySlight play in offside steering rack end inner joint.

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

19 tests since 5 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass245,333 miles (+44,275)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    245,333 miles
    Test number
    354924770175
    • AdvisoryCentre section of exhaust, hangers broken. (exhaust still secure)
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak.
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside steering rack end inner joint.
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside steering rack end inner joint.

  2. Pass201,058 miles (+10,047)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    201,058 miles
    Test number
    876155562685
    • AdvisorySlight chip in windscreen
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak.

  3. Pass191,011 miles (+5,509)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    191,011 miles
    Test number
    828556108063
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySill cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder body slightly corroded

  4. Pass185,502 miles (+8,350)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    185,502 miles
    Test number
    848074717729
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bush worn/ has play
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted
    • AdvisoryWhole under body has surface corrosion

  5. Pass177,152 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    177,152 miles
    Test number
    130584420214
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryAll prescribed area slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryAll suspension/steering has slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak cover fitted sill cover fitted

  6. Fail177,152 miles (+8)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,152 miles
    Test number
    769367542843
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryAll prescribed area slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryAll suspension/steering has slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak cover fitted sill cover fitted

  7. Fail177,144 miles (+6,348)8 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,144 miles
    Test number
    709420096588
    • FailureElectronic stability system switch faulty (3.4.5)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  8. Pass170,796 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    170,796 miles
    Test number
    351138549072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail170,796 miles (+8,578)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,796 miles
    Test number
    327753813887
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass162,218 miles (+7,548)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    162,218 miles
    Test number
    307614304374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass154,670 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    154,670 miles
    Test number
    505335203358
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail154,670 miles (+10,887)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,670 miles
    Test number
    417905303301
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre is on legal limit

  13. Pass143,783 miles (+16)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    143,783 miles
    Test number
    265506072247
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s handbrake lazy
    • NoteO/s/f tyre low presure
    • NoteWiper slightly smeary

  14. Fail143,767 miles (+14,862)2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,767 miles
    Test number
    929375972218
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s handbrake lazy
    • NoteO/s/f tyre low presure
    • NoteWiper slightly smeary

  15. Pass128,905 miles (+23,429)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    128,905 miles
    Test number
    329136101242
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • NoteNearside front lower arm rear bush has slight play
    • NoteNearside rear alloy wheel rim slightly damaged on inside edge
    • NoteOffside front lower arm rear bush has slight play
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass105,476 miles (+28,104)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    105,476 miles
    Test number
    581634810172
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail77,372 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,372 miles
    Test number
    563490868281
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSome damage to nearside front of vehicle, headlight and indicator still secure.

  18. Pass77,372 miles (+17,876)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    77,372 miles
    Test number
    980140468220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSome damage to nearside front of vehicle, headlight and indicator still secure.

  19. Pass59,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    59,496 miles
    Test number
    122549507359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL04 HWD

Does LL04 HWD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL04 HWD expired on 21 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL04 HWD?
The MOT on LL04 HWD expired on 21 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL04 HWD done?
LL04 HWD was recorded at 245,333 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2022, an average of 13,073 miles a year.
Has LL04 HWD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 HWD has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2017.
Has the mileage on LL04 HWD 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 HWD find?
LL04 HWD passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2022 with 4 advisories: centre section of exhaust, hangers broken. (exhaust still secure); slight engine oil leak.; slight play in nearside steering rack end inner joint., and 1 more.

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