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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LM54 ERZMOT history

LM54 ERZ is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 24 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 166,495 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2022.

LM54 ERZ grey 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 24 Mar 2023
Mileage
166,495 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,329 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 ERZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 ERZ was last recorded at 166,495 miles on 25 Mar 2022, 7,666 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,829 miles · 22 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
7,666 miles
Average per year
8,329 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 166,495 miles
  • 2021 – 158,829 miles
  • 2019 – 148,700 miles
  • 2018 – 136,719 miles
  • 2017 – 129,640 miles
  • 2016 – 128,229 miles
  • 2015 – 126,126 miles
  • 2014 – 125,438 miles
  • 2013 – 122,850 miles
  • 2012 – 107,833 miles
  • 2011 – 90,780 miles
  • 2010 – 76,416 miles
  • 2009 – 62,949 miles
  • 2008 – 48,589 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,495 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 tyre wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front tyre 205/55/16 has some outer side wall damage but no cords showing, also starting to wear on both edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,495 miles (+7,666)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    166,495 miles
    Test number
    244453382117
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass158,829 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    158,829 miles
    Test number
    935908352152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail158,827 miles (+10,127)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,827 miles
    Test number
    408597763973
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass148,700 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    148,700 miles
    Test number
    341245782101
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail148,696 miles (+11,977)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,696 miles
    Test number
    323084653688
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass136,719 miles (+69)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    136,719 miles
    Test number
    154367641865
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 205/55/16 has some outer side wall damage but no cords showing, also starting to wear on both edges
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  7. Fail136,650 miles (+7,010)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,650 miles
    Test number
    144617664618
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint outer ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre 205/55/16 has some outer side wall damage but no cords showing, also starting to wear on both edges
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  8. Pass129,640 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    129,640 miles
    Test number
    598440467382
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Fail129,640 miles (+1,411)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,640 miles
    Test number
    161562154467
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  10. Pass128,229 miles (+2,103)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    128,229 miles
    Test number
    645454882646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass126,126 miles (+688)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    126,126 miles
    Test number
    769186775082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass125,438 miles (+2,588)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    125,438 miles
    Test number
    729259874045
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass122,850 miles (+15,017)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    122,850 miles
    Test number
    116004883090
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass107,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    107,833 miles
    Test number
    587260652162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail107,833 miles (+5,083)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,833 miles
    Test number
    797840452161
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass102,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    102,750 miles
    Test number
    198359932030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail102,750 miles (+11,970)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,750 miles
    Test number
    245539332022
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass90,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    90,780 miles
    Test number
    698834351045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail90,780 miles (+14,364)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,780 miles
    Test number
    987794451024
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass76,416 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    76,416 miles
    Test number
    662324830024
    • 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)

  21. Fail76,416 miles (+13,467)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,416 miles
    Test number
    302104030061
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • 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)

  22. Pass62,949 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    62,949 miles
    Test number
    572767049087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail62,931 miles (+14,342)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,931 miles
    Test number
    492754249071
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass48,589 miles (+210)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    48,589 miles
    Test number
    200862148036
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront wiper blades smearing and noisey.

  25. Pass48,379 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    48,379 miles
    Test number
    461588418032
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM54 ERZ

Does LM54 ERZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 ERZ expired on 24 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 ERZ?
The MOT on LM54 ERZ expired on 24 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 ERZ done?
LM54 ERZ was recorded at 166,495 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2022, an average of 8,329 miles a year.
Has LM54 ERZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 ERZ has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LM54 ERZ 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 ERZ find?
LM54 ERZ passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2022 with 3 advisories: front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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