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BMW X3

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

LL04 YBBMOT history

LL04 YBB is a black petrol BMW X3 first used on 16 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 129,737 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

LL04 YBB black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
129,737 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,234 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 YBB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL04 YBB was last recorded at 129,737 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 3,248 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,489 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,248 miles
Average per year
6,234 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,737 miles
  • 2025 – 126,489 miles
  • 2024 – 123,717 miles
  • 2023 – 118,159 miles
  • 2022 – 116,390 miles
  • 2021 – 107,109 miles
  • 2020 – 99,804 miles
  • 2019 – 94,190 miles
  • 2018 – 86,147 miles
  • 2017 – 77,774 miles
  • 2016 – 68,027 miles
  • 2015 – 62,612 miles
  • 2014 – 54,120 miles
  • 2013 – 48,906 miles
  • 2012 – 44,678 miles
  • 2011 – 41,233 miles
  • 2010 – 36,845 miles
  • 2008 – 21,714 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,737 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearing the wear sensor (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Charms, attached to the center mirror
  • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged cover missing
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Steering slightly stiff in operation

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 17 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,737 miles (+3,248)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    129,737 miles
    Test number
    728500162038
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearing the wear sensor (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Charms, attached to the center mirror
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

  2. Pass126,489 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    126,489 miles
    Test number
    832222438765
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearing the wear sensor (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering slightly stiff in operation

  3. Fail126,489 miles (+2,772)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,489 miles
    Test number
    174898911745
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearing the wear sensor (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering slightly stiff in operation

  4. Pass123,717 miles (+5,558)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    123,717 miles
    Test number
    258513403414
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing thin
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass118,159 miles (+1,769)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    118,159 miles
    Test number
    481321996807
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass116,390 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    116,390 miles
    Test number
    120597287645
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail116,390 miles (+9,281)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,390 miles
    Test number
    156110527068
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass107,109 miles (+7,305)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    107,109 miles
    Test number
    443123265123
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass99,804 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    99,804 miles
    Test number
    292604656336
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFour wheel drive light on dash

  10. Fail99,804 miles (+5,614)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,804 miles
    Test number
    361961426941
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFour wheel drive light on dash

  11. Pass94,190 miles (+8,043)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    94,190 miles
    Test number
    461491330214
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass86,147 miles (+8,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    86,147 miles
    Test number
    988827973937
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer small pin hole

  13. Pass77,774 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    77,774 miles
    Test number
    768467340186
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail77,774 miles (+9,747)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,774 miles
    Test number
    641352069538
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass68,027 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    68,027 miles
    Test number
    356657405427
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracking on tread
    • AdvisoryNail in o/s/r tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edge

  16. Fail68,025 miles (+5,413)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,025 miles
    Test number
    358097401030
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracking on tread
    • AdvisoryNail in o/s/r tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edge

  17. Pass62,612 miles (+8,492)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    62,612 miles
    Test number
    987633995353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,120 miles (+5,214)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    54,120 miles
    Test number
    775670524265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,906 miles (+4,228)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    48,906 miles
    Test number
    698978293249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,678 miles (+3,445)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    44,678 miles
    Test number
    465250082271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,233 miles (+4,388)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    41,233 miles
    Test number
    589072051230
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass36,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    36,845 miles
    Test number
    762247050230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail36,845 miles (+15,131)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,845 miles
    Test number
    224316450272
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  24. Pass21,714 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    21,714 miles
    Test number
    154371768279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low front number plate cracked

Questions about LL04 YBB

Does LL04 YBB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL04 YBB is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL04 YBB?
The MOT on LL04 YBB is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL04 YBB done?
LL04 YBB was recorded at 129,737 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 6,234 miles a year.
Has LL04 YBB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 YBB has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LL04 YBB 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 YBB find?
LL04 YBB passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside obligatory mirror slightly loose, and 6 more.

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