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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LM54 UDVMOT history

LM54 UDV is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 20 Mar 2025 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 99,992 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2024.

LM54 UDV 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 20 Mar 2025
Mileage
99,992 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2024
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,446 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 UDV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 UDV was last recorded at 99,992 miles on 21 Mar 2024, 173 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,819 miles · 12 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
173 miles
Average per year
4,446 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 99,992 miles
  • 2023 – 91,739 miles
  • 2022 – 86,827 miles
  • 2021 – 85,718 miles
  • 2020 – 83,977 miles
  • 2019 – 76,648 miles
  • 2018 – 74,422 miles
  • 2017 – 71,622 miles
  • 2016 – 69,522 miles
  • 2015 – 67,527 miles
  • 2014 – 64,137 miles
  • 2013 – 60,277 miles
  • 2012 – 56,124 miles
  • 2011 – 52,207 miles
  • 2010 – 45,002 miles
  • 2009 – 37,967 miles
  • 2008 – 28,084 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,992 miles
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryWasher fluid and brake warning lights onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass99,992 miles (+173)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    99,992 miles
    Test number
    596777875690
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWasher fluid and brake warning lights on

  2. Fail99,819 miles (+8,080)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,819 miles
    Test number
    151869942984
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWasher fluid and brake warning lights on

  3. Pass91,739 miles (+4,912)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    91,739 miles
    Test number
    247723325463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass86,827 miles (+1,109)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    86,827 miles
    Test number
    635693005214
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Offside and Nearside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass85,718 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    85,718 miles
    Test number
    541787750763
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail85,718 miles (+1,741)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,718 miles
    Test number
    892521360314
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass83,977 miles (+7,329)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    83,977 miles
    Test number
    208070992355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass76,648 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    76,648 miles
    Test number
    155683252276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail76,646 miles (+2,224)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,646 miles
    Test number
    127510468938
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Main pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Main pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPad warning light on

  10. Pass74,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    74,422 miles
    Test number
    236634495383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail74,422 miles (+2,800)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,422 miles
    Test number
    272134540956
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass71,622 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    71,622 miles
    Test number
    630237595167
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail71,622 miles (+2,100)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,622 miles
    Test number
    950059409087
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass69,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    69,522 miles
    Test number
    166908661230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail69,522 miles (+1,995)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,522 miles
    Test number
    378266371128
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass67,527 miles (+3,390)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    67,527 miles
    Test number
    485190155066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,137 miles (+3,860)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    64,137 miles
    Test number
    396682754071
    • NoteO/R Tyre cracked/perished

  18. Pass60,277 miles (+4,153)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    60,277 miles
    Test number
    135931753483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,124 miles (+3,917)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    56,124 miles
    Test number
    739496342032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass52,207 miles (+7,205)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    52,207 miles
    Test number
    309032751077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,002 miles (+7,035)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    45,002 miles
    Test number
    451115710001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,967 miles (+9,883)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    37,967 miles
    Test number
    284846219057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    28,084 miles
    Test number
    464658418004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 UDV

Does LM54 UDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 UDV expired on 20 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 UDV?
The MOT on LM54 UDV expired on 20 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 UDV done?
LM54 UDV was recorded at 99,992 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2024, an average of 4,446 miles a year.
Has LM54 UDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 UDV has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LM54 UDV 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 UDV find?
LM54 UDV passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 2 more.

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