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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

LL04 LFEMOT history

LL04 LFE is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 154,303 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

LL04 LFE black 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 Apr 2027
Mileage
154,303 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,064 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 LFE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL04 LFE was last recorded at 154,303 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 6,116 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,187 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,116 miles
Average per year
6,064 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,303 miles
  • 2025 – 148,187 miles
  • 2024 – 142,973 miles
  • 2023 – 138,238 miles
  • 2022 – 130,544 miles
  • 2021 – 123,683 miles
  • 2020 – 121,193 miles
  • 2019 – 120,343 miles
  • 2018 – 119,322 miles
  • 2016 – 114,453 miles
  • 2015 – 112,536 miles
  • 2014 – 107,923 miles
  • 2013 – 95,650 miles
  • 2012 – 76,164 miles
  • 2011 – 63,510 miles
  • 2010 – 57,620 miles
  • 2009 – 52,101 miles
  • 2008 – 45,659 miles
  • 2007 – 40,228 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,303 miles
  • 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))

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,303 miles (+6,116)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    154,303 miles
    Test number
    848873172796
    • 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))

  2. Pass148,187 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    148,187 miles
    Test number
    694648417104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail148,129 miles (+5,156)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,129 miles
    Test number
    584302162256
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cut to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Pass142,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    142,973 miles
    Test number
    967306453704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail142,973 miles (+4,735)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,973 miles
    Test number
    757681038203
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass138,238 miles (+7,694)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    138,238 miles
    Test number
    655095711739
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner edges ( 225 40 18 )

  7. Pass130,544 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    130,544 miles
    Test number
    512531963142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail130,544 miles (+6,861)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,544 miles
    Test number
    451267903676
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass123,683 miles (+2,490)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    123,683 miles
    Test number
    359463548702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass121,193 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    121,193 miles
    Test number
    758421970746
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  11. Fail121,193 miles (+850)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,193 miles
    Test number
    360016012007
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  12. Pass120,343 miles (+1,021)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    120,343 miles
    Test number
    414950165586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass119,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    119,322 miles
    Test number
    112724956591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail119,322 miles (+4,869)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,322 miles
    Test number
    216263166346
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

  15. Pass114,453 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    114,453 miles
    Test number
    701808061531
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail114,453 miles (+1,917)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,453 miles
    Test number
    329467522187
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass112,536 miles (+4,613)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    112,536 miles
    Test number
    668755575189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass107,923 miles (+12,273)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    107,923 miles
    Test number
    906657164125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass95,650 miles (+19,486)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    95,650 miles
    Test number
    269462283110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass76,164 miles (+12,654)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    76,164 miles
    Test number
    445774672130
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteRear tyres starting to wear on inner shoulders

  21. Pass63,510 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    63,510 miles
    Test number
    615460261122
    • NoteOff side front bumper damaged spot light missing

  22. Fail63,510 miles (+5,890)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,510 miles
    Test number
    857400061173
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • NoteOff side front bumper damaged spot light missing

  23. Pass57,620 miles (+5,519)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    57,620 miles
    Test number
    421036460103
    • NoteFront bumper insecure

  24. Pass52,101 miles (+6,442)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    52,101 miles
    Test number
    572982369157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    45,659 miles
    Test number
    123488878137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail45,659 miles (+5,431)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,659 miles
    Test number
    980858378129
    • FailureFront Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureFront Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

  27. Pass40,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    40,228 miles
    Test number
    410465857123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL04 LFE

Does LL04 LFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL04 LFE is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL04 LFE?
The MOT on LL04 LFE is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL04 LFE done?
LL04 LFE was recorded at 154,303 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 6,064 miles a year.
Has LL04 LFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 LFE has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LL04 LFE 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 LFE find?
LL04 LFE passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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