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BMW X3

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 3,000 cc

LM04 HWCMOT history

LM04 HWC is a blue petrol BMW X3 first used on 3 Aug 2004. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2026 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 72,723 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2025.

LM04 HWC blue BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2026
Mileage
72,723 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2025
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,032 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM04 HWC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
3 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM04 HWC was last recorded at 72,723 miles on 17 Feb 2025, 991 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,732 miles · 13 Oct 2019
Between the last two tests
991 miles
Average per year
3,032 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 72,723 miles
  • 2019 – 71,732 miles
  • 2018 – 69,996 miles
  • 2017 – 66,613 miles
  • 2016 – 63,357 miles
  • 2015 – 60,730 miles
  • 2014 – 54,275 miles
  • 2013 – 50,688 miles
  • 2012 – 48,112 miles
  • 2011 – 43,693 miles
  • 2010 – 40,957 miles
  • 2009 – 33,450 miles
  • 2008 – 29,764 miles
  • 2007 – 20,364 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,723 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

19 tests since 12 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,723 miles (+991)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    72,723 miles
    Test number
    949057324425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass71,732 miles (+1,736)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,732 miles
    Test number
    819386529029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass69,996 miles (+3,383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    69,996 miles
    Test number
    604871444206
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal is splitting

  4. Pass66,613 miles (+3,256)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    66,613 miles
    Test number
    817164041947
    • AdvisoryFront tyres both have splitting casings between tread blocks
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake has poor performance

  5. Pass63,357 miles (+2,627)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    63,357 miles
    Test number
    482066713421
    • AdvisoryEngine oil is low
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryParking brake has poor performance.

  6. Pass60,730 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    60,730 miles
    Test number
    284480223823
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

  7. Fail60,730 miles (+6,455)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,730 miles
    Test number
    233021778542
    • FailureOffside Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

  8. Pass54,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    54,275 miles
    Test number
    488623074271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail54,275 miles (+3,587)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,275 miles
    Test number
    368663774457
    • DangerousOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  10. Pass50,688 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    50,688 miles
    Test number
    958151973284
    • Note.............. Thanx 4visiting us ..........

  11. Fail50,688 miles (+2,576)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,688 miles
    Test number
    799991773229
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Note.............. Thanx 4visiting us ..........
    • NoteFront tyres are deteriorating, i.e tearing & also worn close to the legal minimum
    • NoteO/s rear tyre deteriorating & tearing

  12. Pass48,112 miles (+4,419)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    48,112 miles
    Test number
    509152282215
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear window washer is inoperative.

  13. Pass43,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    43,693 miles
    Test number
    759660171248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail43,693 miles (+2,736)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,693 miles
    Test number
    327930271248
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteOil Level is low

  15. Fail40,957 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,957 miles
    Test number
    640985760249
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  16. Pass40,957 miles (+7,507)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    40,957 miles
    Test number
    680745260208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,450 miles (+3,686)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    33,450 miles
    Test number
    663409769239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,764 miles (+9,400)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    29,764 miles
    Test number
    232347788213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    20,364 miles
    Test number
    263946717393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM04 HWC

Does LM04 HWC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM04 HWC expired on 16 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM04 HWC?
The MOT on LM04 HWC expired on 16 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM04 HWC done?
LM04 HWC was recorded at 72,723 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2025, an average of 3,032 miles a year.
Has LM04 HWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM04 HWC has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2015.
Has the mileage on LM04 HWC 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 LM04 HWC find?
LM04 HWC passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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