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BMW X3

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

LM54 ERYMOT history

LM54 ERY is a black petrol BMW X3 first used on 16 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 97,920 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

LM54 ERY black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
97,920 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,948 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 ERY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 ERY was last recorded at 97,920 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,920 miles · 26 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,948 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,920 miles
  • 2024 – 89,181 miles
  • 2023 – 86,620 miles
  • 2022 – 83,716 miles
  • 2021 – 80,410 miles
  • 2020 – 77,435 miles
  • 2019 – 73,951 miles
  • 2018 – 68,720 miles
  • 2017 – 60,712 miles
  • 2016 – 52,284 miles
  • 2015 – 42,763 miles
  • 2014 – 37,597 miles
  • 2013 – 34,758 miles
  • 2012 – 32,579 miles
  • 2011 – 31,131 miles
  • 2010 – 28,996 miles
  • 2009 – 27,127 miles
  • 2008 – 25,739 miles
  • 2007 – 23,797 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,920 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Brake pads wear indicator warning light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Engine covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,920 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    97,920 miles
    Test number
    595805011938
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail97,920 miles (+8,739)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,920 miles
    Test number
    604372587741
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass89,181 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    89,181 miles
    Test number
    718081410741
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail89,180 miles (+2,560)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,180 miles
    Test number
    643836944425
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Overheating (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass86,620 miles (+2,904)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    86,620 miles
    Test number
    528891359222
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass83,716 miles (+3,306)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    83,716 miles
    Test number
    124711624530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,410 miles (+2,975)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    80,410 miles
    Test number
    917323557758
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass77,435 miles (+3,484)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    77,435 miles
    Test number
    166995563284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,951 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,951 miles
    Test number
    768718712582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail73,923 miles (+5,203)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,923 miles
    Test number
    747748624265
    • DangerousOffside Upper Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety cam cover leaks onto exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Oil leaking excessively from engine oil leak oil filter housing gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass68,720 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    68,720 miles
    Test number
    943565248758
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail68,720 miles (+8,008)3 dangerous2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,720 miles
    Test number
    788514630082
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/50/R18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235/50/R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235/50/R18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Bothside (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively bothside (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low bothside (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass60,712 miles (+8,428)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    60,712 miles
    Test number
    857304107849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,284 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    52,284 miles
    Test number
    369009260184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer tyre has a cut but not deep to reach the ply or cords.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail52,284 miles (+9,521)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,284 miles
    Test number
    787214704066
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer tyre has a cut but not deep to reach the ply or cords.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass42,763 miles (+49)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    42,763 miles
    Test number
    954107607274
    • AdvisoryBrake pads wear indicator warning light on
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs deteriorated and worn thin
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads worn low
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  17. Fail42,714 miles (+5,117)1 dangerous4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,714 miles
    Test number
    751271222463
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/ 50/ 18 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • 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 tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pads wear indicator warning light on
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs deteriorated and worn thin
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads worn low
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  18. Pass37,597 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    37,597 miles
    Test number
    528524554202
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre side walls cracked
    • NoteOffside front tyre side walls cracked
    • NoteOffside rear tyre side walls cracked

  19. Fail37,597 miles (+2,839)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,597 miles
    Test number
    386653154256
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll four tyes worn and cracked

  20. Pass34,758 miles (+251)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    34,758 miles
    Test number
    649624763296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,507 miles (+1,928)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    34,507 miles
    Test number
    645678273011
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

  22. Pass32,579 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    32,579 miles
    Test number
    888003482018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  23. Fail32,579 miles (+1,448)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,579 miles
    Test number
    318133982071
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  24. Pass31,131 miles (+2,135)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    31,131 miles
    Test number
    919280381096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,996 miles (+1,869)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    28,996 miles
    Test number
    954704680085
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass27,127 miles (+1,388)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    27,127 miles
    Test number
    552169679008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass25,739 miles (+1,942)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    25,739 miles
    Test number
    102680488445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass23,797 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    23,797 miles
    Test number
    824190517144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 ERY

Does LM54 ERY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 ERY is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM54 ERY?
The MOT on LM54 ERY is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 ERY done?
LM54 ERY was recorded at 97,920 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 3,948 miles a year.
Has LM54 ERY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 ERY has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LM54 ERY 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 LM54 ERY find?
LM54 ERY passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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