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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

LL04 YLTMOT history

LL04 YLT is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 17 May 2024 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 162,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2023.

LL04 YLT 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 17 May 2024
Mileage
162,308 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2023
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 YLT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
15 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 May 2024
Latest MOT test
16 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL04 YLT was last recorded at 162,308 miles on 16 May 2023, 12,819 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,489 miles · 18 May 2022
Between the last two tests
12,819 miles
Average per year
8,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 162,308 miles
  • 2022 – 149,489 miles
  • 2021 – 127,851 miles
  • 2020 – 116,129 miles
  • 2019 – 103,361 miles
  • 2018 – 98,055 miles
  • 2017 – 90,462 miles
  • 2016 – 87,351 miles
  • 2015 – 85,620 miles
  • 2014 – 84,710 miles
  • 2013 – 79,021 miles
  • 2012 – 68,984 miles
  • 2011 – 57,653 miles
  • 2010 – 46,675 miles
  • 2009 – 37,051 miles
  • 2008 – 28,142 miles
  • 2007 – 23,549 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,308 miles
  • 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,308 miles (+12,819)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    162,308 miles
    Test number
    584936095023
    • 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))

  2. Pass149,489 miles (+3)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    149,489 miles
    Test number
    423062485370
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail149,486 miles (+21,635)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,486 miles
    Test number
    184912719121
    • MajorFront Direction indicator incorrect colour both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass127,851 miles (+11,722)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    127,851 miles
    Test number
    814951449791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass116,129 miles (+12,768)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    116,129 miles
    Test number
    641967125144
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySump pan misty with oil

  6. Pass103,361 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    103,361 miles
    Test number
    249535912226
    • AdvisoryEngine and under body covers fitted not allowing all components to be inspected

  7. Fail103,334 miles (+5,279)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,334 miles
    Test number
    543699925815
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine and under body covers fitted not allowing all components to be inspected

  8. Pass98,055 miles (+7,593)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    98,055 miles
    Test number
    756482599122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass90,462 miles (+3,111)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    90,462 miles
    Test number
    196308076398
    • AdvisoryCentral Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass87,351 miles (+1,731)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    87,351 miles
    Test number
    191243381282
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  11. Pass85,620 miles (+910)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    85,620 miles
    Test number
    146423815145
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass84,710 miles (+5,689)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    84,710 miles
    Test number
    259872614459
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass79,021 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    79,021 miles
    Test number
    115778803141
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail79,021 miles (+10,037)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,021 miles
    Test number
    639098103199
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass68,984 miles (+101)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    68,984 miles
    Test number
    407639002117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail68,883 miles (+11,230)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,883 miles
    Test number
    876398402106
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass57,653 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    57,653 miles
    Test number
    766755801122
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Fail57,653 miles (+10,978)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,653 miles
    Test number
    299355601457
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of a lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass46,675 miles (+9,624)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    46,675 miles
    Test number
    603040010110
    • Note1.REAR BRAKE PADS NEARING WEAR LIMITS.

  20. Pass37,051 miles (+8,909)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    37,051 miles
    Test number
    951081019129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  21. Pass28,142 miles (+4,593)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    28,142 miles
    Test number
    633473918107
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass23,549 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    23,549 miles
    Test number
    830159547220
    • 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)

Questions about LL04 YLT

Does LL04 YLT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL04 YLT expired on 17 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL04 YLT?
The MOT on LL04 YLT expired on 17 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL04 YLT done?
LL04 YLT was recorded at 162,308 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2023, an average of 8,843 miles a year.
Has LL04 YLT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 YLT has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2022.
Has the mileage on LL04 YLT 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 YLT find?
LL04 YLT passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive.

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