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BMW M3

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 3,246 cc

LM54 GLKMOT history

LM54 GLK is a grey petrol BMW M3 first used on 1 Feb 2005. Its MOT expired on 10 Jun 2024 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 48,817 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2023.

LM54 GLK 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 10 Jun 2024
Mileage
48,817 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2023
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,670 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 GLK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
22 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 GLK was last recorded at 48,817 miles on 22 May 2023, 1,177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,640 miles · 11 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
1,177 miles
Average per year
1,670 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 48,817 miles
  • 2022 – 47,640 miles
  • 2021 – 47,525 miles
  • 2020 – 46,012 miles
  • 2019 – 43,235 miles
  • 2018 – 41,548 miles
  • 2017 – 40,983 miles
  • 2016 – 40,799 miles
  • 2015 – 39,865 miles
  • 2014 – 39,490 miles
  • 2013 – 37,442 miles
  • 2012 – 34,878 miles
  • 2011 – 32,735 miles
  • 2010 – 31,401 miles
  • 2009 – 29,042 miles
  • 2008 – 23,205 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,817 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Slight seepage of oil from rear diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass48,817 miles (+1,177)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    48,817 miles
    Test number
    438286103100
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass47,640 miles (+115)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    47,640 miles
    Test number
    304969852060
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass47,525 miles (+1,513)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    47,525 miles
    Test number
    556317066584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass46,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    46,012 miles
    Test number
    470347548503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail46,012 miles (+2,777)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,012 miles
    Test number
    979782377098
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached bolt very loose (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  6. Pass43,235 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    43,235 miles
    Test number
    474234932257
    • AdvisorySlight seepage of oil from rear diff

  7. Fail43,235 miles (+1,687)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,235 miles
    Test number
    760900156947
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight seepage of oil from rear diff

  8. Pass41,548 miles (+565)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    41,548 miles
    Test number
    941191215667
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass40,983 miles (+184)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    40,983 miles
    Test number
    559378291843
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass40,799 miles (+934)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    40,799 miles
    Test number
    517390815713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass39,865 miles (+375)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    39,865 miles
    Test number
    296333345176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,490 miles (+2,048)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    39,490 miles
    Test number
    655584844117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,442 miles (+2,564)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    37,442 miles
    Test number
    808925143152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,878 miles (+2,143)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    34,878 miles
    Test number
    218275022197
    • 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)

  15. Pass32,735 miles (+1,334)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    32,735 miles
    Test number
    206723321145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,401 miles (+2,359)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    31,401 miles
    Test number
    160972530487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,042 miles (+5,837)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    29,042 miles
    Test number
    500535719089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,205 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    23,205 miles
    Test number
    143608218450
    • 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 LM54 GLK

Does LM54 GLK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 GLK expired on 10 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 GLK?
The MOT on LM54 GLK expired on 10 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 GLK done?
LM54 GLK was recorded at 48,817 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2023, an average of 1,670 miles a year.
Has LM54 GLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 GLK has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2020.
Has the mileage on LM54 GLK 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 GLK find?
LM54 GLK passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive.

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