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BMW X3

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

LL04 YHJMOT history

LL04 YHJ is a grey petrol BMW X3 first used on 23 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 145,497 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

LL04 YHJ grey BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
145,497 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 YHJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL04 YHJ was last recorded at 145,497 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 5,880 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Sept 2010: 33,464 miles, lower than 34,735 miles on 21 Jul 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
139,617 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,880 miles
Average per year
6,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,497 miles
  • 2025 – 139,617 miles
  • 2024 – 135,923 miles
  • 2023 – 132,947 miles
  • 2021 – 121,534 miles
  • 2020 – 107,634 miles
  • 2019 – 98,505 miles
  • 2018 – 87,365 miles
  • 2017 – 71,578 miles
  • 2015 – 60,485 miles
  • 2014 – 51,177 miles
  • 2012 – 45,675 miles
  • 2011 – 41,598 miles
  • 2010 – 33,464 miles
  • 2009 – 34,735 miles
  • 2008 – 25,201 miles
  • 2007 – 21,365 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,497 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,497 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    145,497 miles
    Test number
    834357300065
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Fail145,497 miles (+5,880)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,497 miles
    Test number
    898933964500
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Pass139,617 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    139,617 miles
    Test number
    875452347250
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Fail139,617 miles (+3,694)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,617 miles
    Test number
    925090386381
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass135,923 miles (+2,976)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    135,923 miles
    Test number
    648096345832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass132,947 miles (+11,413)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    132,947 miles
    Test number
    829655581311
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyre (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass121,534 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    121,534 miles
    Test number
    870981356739
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  8. Fail121,534 miles (+13,900)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,534 miles
    Test number
    576322889033
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  9. Pass107,634 miles (+9,129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    107,634 miles
    Test number
    828966560693
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass98,505 miles (+11,140)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    98,505 miles
    Test number
    662009108178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,365 miles (+5,474)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    87,365 miles
    Test number
    763442610195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass81,891 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    81,891 miles
    Test number
    531361112441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  13. Fail81,891 miles (+10,313)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,891 miles
    Test number
    410004750249
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Pass71,578 miles (+655)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    71,578 miles
    Test number
    580486712526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,923 miles (+10,438)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    70,923 miles
    Test number
    560099288944
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush control arm bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush control arm bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  16. Pass60,485 miles (+9,308)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    60,485 miles
    Test number
    511327164417
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin FRONT (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin REAR (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit O S R (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass51,177 miles (+1,805)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    51,177 miles
    Test number
    679856054396
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
  18. Pass49,372 miles (+3,697)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    49,372 miles
    Test number
    618132904095
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  19. Pass45,675 miles (+4,077)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    45,675 miles
    Test number
    818842282243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  20. Pass41,598 miles (+8,134)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    41,598 miles
    Test number
    369025031274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,464 miles (-1,271)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    33,464 miles
    Test number
    861212550224
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  22. Pass34,735 miles (+9,534)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    34,735 miles
    Test number
    100622609260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,201 miles (+3,836)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    25,201 miles
    Test number
    893090698107
    • NoteEngine top cover fitted.
    • NoteEngine tray fitted.
  24. Pass21,365 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    21,365 miles
    Test number
    823054897127
    • NoteEngine top cover fitted.
    • NoteEngine tray fitted.
  25. Fail21,365 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,365 miles
    Test number
    993274697134
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteEngine top cover fitted.
    • NoteEngine tray fitted.

Questions about LL04 YHJ

Does LL04 YHJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL04 YHJ is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL04 YHJ?
The MOT on LL04 YHJ is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL04 YHJ done?
LL04 YHJ was recorded at 145,497 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 6,679 miles a year.
Has LL04 YHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 YHJ has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LL04 YHJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Sept 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL04 YHJ find?
LL04 YHJ passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; 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, and 2 more.

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