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BMW 316

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LO04 EOTMOT history

LO04 EOT is a black petrol BMW 316 first used on 16 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 11 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 97,020 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

LO04 EOT black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Dec 2026
Mileage
97,020 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,201 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO04 EOT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO04 EOT was last recorded at 97,020 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 2,422 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
94,598 miles · 12 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,422 miles
Average per year
4,201 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,020 miles
  • 2024 – 94,598 miles
  • 2023 – 90,944 miles
  • 2022 – 85,523 miles
  • 2021 – 83,168 miles
  • 2019 – 80,840 miles
  • 2018 – 74,726 miles
  • 2016 – 71,922 miles
  • 2014 – 64,414 miles
  • 2013 – 59,530 miles
  • 2012 – 42,472 miles
  • 2011 – 36,593 miles
  • 2009 – 28,730 miles
  • 2008 – 22,946 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,020 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,020 miles (+2,422)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    97,020 miles
    Test number
    576665839241
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass94,598 miles (+1,821)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    94,598 miles
    Test number
    778857329637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass92,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    92,777 miles
    Test number
    885195655893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail92,777 miles (+1,833)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,777 miles
    Test number
    984699813759
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  5. Pass90,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    90,944 miles
    Test number
    809524228659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail90,944 miles (+5,421)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,944 miles
    Test number
    841231881927
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass85,523 miles (+2,355)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    85,523 miles
    Test number
    807352541896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,168 miles (+2,328)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    83,168 miles
    Test number
    244876027987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass80,840 miles (+2,704)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    80,840 miles
    Test number
    734041769937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,136 miles (+3,410)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    78,136 miles
    Test number
    341487510704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,726 miles (+2,804)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    74,726 miles
    Test number
    665042035502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    71,922 miles
    Test number
    903574805302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail71,922 miles (+3,522)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,922 miles
    Test number
    579114140374
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  14. Pass68,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    68,400 miles
    Test number
    361348177864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail68,400 miles (+3,986)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,400 miles
    Test number
    668298819067
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  16. Pass64,414 miles (+4,884)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    64,414 miles
    Test number
    489665764405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass59,530 miles (+8,088)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    59,530 miles
    Test number
    558665563384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,442 miles (+8,970)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    51,442 miles
    Test number
    319964203018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    42,472 miles
    Test number
    378415802088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail42,472 miles (+5,879)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,472 miles
    Test number
    718595402081
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  21. Pass36,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    36,593 miles
    Test number
    965373311006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail36,593 miles (+7,863)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,593 miles
    Test number
    698973911098
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
  23. Pass28,730 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    28,730 miles
    Test number
    263404089149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail28,730 miles (+5,784)2 failures2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,730 miles
    Test number
    772784589133
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  25. Pass22,946 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    22,946 miles
    Test number
    480355308170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LO04 EOT

Does LO04 EOT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO04 EOT is valid until 11 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LO04 EOT?
The MOT on LO04 EOT is valid until 11 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO04 EOT done?
LO04 EOT was recorded at 97,020 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 4,201 miles a year.
Has LO04 EOT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO04 EOT has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LO04 EOT 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 LO04 EOT find?
LO04 EOT passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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