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BMW 545

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 4,398 cc

LO04 HCLMOT history

LO04 HCL is a grey petrol BMW 545 first used on 20 Aug 2004. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 57,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

LO04 HCL grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
57,545 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,709 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO04 HCL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
545
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO04 HCL was last recorded at 57,545 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 555 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,990 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
555 miles
Average per year
2,709 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,545 miles
  • 2025 – 56,990 miles
  • 2024 – 56,396 miles
  • 2023 – 56,392 miles
  • 2022 – 55,140 miles
  • 2021 – 54,530 miles
  • 2020 – 53,631 miles
  • 2018 – 49,840 miles
  • 2017 – 47,012 miles
  • 2016 – 42,476 miles
  • 2014 – 34,128 miles
  • 2012 – 20,727 miles
  • 2011 – 15,869 miles
  • 2010 – 10,689 miles
  • 2009 – 9,791 miles
  • 2008 – 8,376 miles
  • 2007 – 6,849 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,545 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output water condensation.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output water condensation.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Engine oil leak.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

29 tests since 10 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,545 miles (+555)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    57,545 miles
    Test number
    361276208667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass56,990 miles (+594)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    56,990 miles
    Test number
    547064792532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass56,396 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    56,396 miles
    Test number
    848642023335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail56,392 miles (+1,252)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,392 miles
    Test number
    208419720784
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

  5. Pass55,140 miles (+610)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    55,140 miles
    Test number
    493007192063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass54,530 miles (+899)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    54,530 miles
    Test number
    578852403507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,631 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    53,631 miles
    Test number
    279788678602
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output water condensation. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output water condensation. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak.

  8. Fail53,613 miles (+1,070)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,613 miles
    Test number
    718438304295
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output water condensation. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output water condensation. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak.

  9. Pass52,543 miles (+2,703)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    52,543 miles
    Test number
    968715553809
    • MinorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass49,840 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    49,840 miles
    Test number
    677736828150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail49,808 miles (+2,796)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,808 miles
    Test number
    563675755560
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass47,012 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    47,012 miles
    Test number
    921299699280
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail47,011 miles (+4,535)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,011 miles
    Test number
    911834250960
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working Flickers (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass42,476 miles (+1,749)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    42,476 miles
    Test number
    218347026823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,727 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    40,727 miles
    Test number
    850319647041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail40,714 miles (+391)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,714 miles
    Test number
    803660262751
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail40,323 miles (+1,133)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,323 miles
    Test number
    602511912348
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass39,190 miles (+5,062)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    39,190 miles
    Test number
    260833146449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    34,128 miles
    Test number
    607337954312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail34,128 miles (+3,993)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,128 miles
    Test number
    208896554348
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine light on.

  21. Pass30,135 miles (+134)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    30,135 miles
    Test number
    317195714022
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail30,001 miles (+9,274)1 dangerous4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,001 miles
    Test number
    169498204092
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass20,727 miles (+4,858)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    20,727 miles
    Test number
    528832552396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass15,869 miles (+5,006)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    15,869 miles
    Test number
    758384261347
    • NoteDamage to windcsreen in zone a outside drivers view of road
    • NoteSlight buckle in nearside front wheel

  25. Pass10,863 miles (+174)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    10,863 miles
    Test number
    328281911043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass10,689 miles (+898)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    10,689 miles
    Test number
    972949880149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass9,791 miles (+1,415)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    9,791 miles
    Test number
    710074599147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass8,376 miles (+1,527)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    8,376 miles
    Test number
    102857598133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass6,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    6,849 miles
    Test number
    261461197454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LO04 HCL

Does LO04 HCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO04 HCL is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO04 HCL?
The MOT on LO04 HCL is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO04 HCL done?
LO04 HCL was recorded at 57,545 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 2,709 miles a year.
Has LO04 HCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO04 HCL has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LO04 HCL 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 HCL find?
LO04 HCL passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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