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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LM54 UUYMOT history

LM54 UUY is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Feb 2005. Its MOT expired on 2 Mar 2024 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 188,623 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2023.

LM54 UUY 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 2 Mar 2024
Mileage
188,623 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2023
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,377 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 UUY
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
11 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 UUY was last recorded at 188,623 miles on 3 Mar 2023, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,618 miles · 27 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
7,377 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 188,623 miles
  • 2022 – 186,590 miles
  • 2020 – 183,422 miles
  • 2019 – 180,953 miles
  • 2018 – 177,252 miles
  • 2017 – 173,075 miles
  • 2016 – 168,145 miles
  • 2015 – 162,679 miles
  • 2014 – 159,828 miles
  • 2013 – 155,715 miles
  • 2012 – 142,548 miles
  • 2011 – 126,131 miles
  • 2010 – 111,410 miles
  • 2009 – 94,352 miles
  • 2008 – 76,849 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,623 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOuter nearside and offside sill covers fitted at time of testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,623 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    188,623 miles
    Test number
    937594740712
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter nearside and offside sill covers fitted at time of test
  2. Fail188,618 miles (+2,028)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,618 miles
    Test number
    832738773945
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone - rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone - rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter nearside and offside sill covers fitted at time of test
  3. Pass186,590 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    186,590 miles
    Test number
    837239875505
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail186,590 miles (+3,168)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,590 miles
    Test number
    750979262762
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass183,422 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    183,422 miles
    Test number
    506497897117
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
  6. Fail183,422 miles (+2,469)2 dangerous4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,422 miles
    Test number
    725437430694
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
  7. Pass180,953 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    180,953 miles
    Test number
    775238128742
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail180,953 miles (+3,701)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,953 miles
    Test number
    810671330418
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass177,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    177,252 miles
    Test number
    562773692715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail177,252 miles (+4,177)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,252 miles
    Test number
    445214137265
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  11. Pass173,075 miles (+4,930)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    173,075 miles
    Test number
    803984378130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass168,145 miles (+5,466)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    168,145 miles
    Test number
    274519727633
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outer edges
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)
  13. Pass162,679 miles (+2,851)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    162,679 miles
    Test number
    986566875075
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass159,828 miles (+4,113)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    159,828 miles
    Test number
    909381374020
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass155,715 miles (+13,167)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    155,715 miles
    Test number
    647975873026
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass142,548 miles (+16,417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    142,548 miles
    Test number
    628782432097
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass126,131 miles (+14,721)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    126,131 miles
    Test number
    847098701068
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass111,410 miles (+17,058)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    111,410 miles
    Test number
    752976710008
    • NoteFront tyres worn on outer edges
  19. Pass94,352 miles (+17,503)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    94,352 miles
    Test number
    301768729027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass76,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    76,849 miles
    Test number
    600587408033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 UUY

Does LM54 UUY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 UUY expired on 2 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 UUY?
The MOT on LM54 UUY expired on 2 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 UUY done?
LM54 UUY was recorded at 188,623 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2023, an average of 7,377 miles a year.
Has LM54 UUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 UUY has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LM54 UUY 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 UUY find?
LM54 UUY passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2023 with 5 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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