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BMW M3

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 3,246 cc

LR54 AVJMOT history

LR54 AVJ is a silver petrol BMW M3 first used on 17 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 72,997 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2026.

LR54 AVJ silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
72,997 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,764 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 AVJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR54 AVJ was last recorded at 72,997 miles on 28 Feb 2026, 2,888 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,109 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,888 miles
Average per year
2,764 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,997 miles
  • 2025 – 70,109 miles
  • 2024 – 69,446 miles
  • 2023 – 68,396 miles
  • 2022 – 67,724 miles
  • 2021 – 67,468 miles
  • 2017 – 66,599 miles
  • 2016 – 62,455 miles
  • 2015 – 56,304 miles
  • 2014 – 46,122 miles
  • 2013 – 44,560 miles
  • 2011 – 43,230 miles
  • 2010 – 40,628 miles
  • 2008 – 28,174 miles
  • 2007 – 22,008 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,997 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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,997 miles (+2,888)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    72,997 miles
    Test number
    323203273669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass70,109 miles (+663)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    70,109 miles
    Test number
    287490191148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass69,446 miles (+1,050)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    69,446 miles
    Test number
    227054597449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,396 miles (+672)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    68,396 miles
    Test number
    705888211130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass67,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    67,724 miles
    Test number
    396550767882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail67,724 miles2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,724 miles
    Test number
    397494594884
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  7. Fail67,724 miles (+256)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,724 miles
    Test number
    254495427338
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass67,468 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    67,468 miles
    Test number
    698452063324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail67,466 miles (+867)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,466 miles
    Test number
    722752737646
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  10. Pass66,599 miles (+4,144)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    66,599 miles
    Test number
    342064320561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    62,455 miles
    Test number
    884305323444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail62,455 miles (+6,151)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,455 miles
    Test number
    905651566876
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass56,304 miles3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    56,304 miles
    Test number
    735247135078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNearside front fog light is not working
    • NoteOffside front fog light glass is cracked
    • NotePower steering bottle cap is leaking fluid
    • NoteTyre pressure warning light is illuminated

  14. Fail56,304 miles (+10,182)4 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,304 miles
    Test number
    269274935036
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNearside front fog light is not working
    • NoteOffside front fog light glass is cracked
    • NotePower steering bottle cap is leaking fluid
    • NoteTyre pressure warning light is illuminated

  15. Pass46,122 miles (+1,562)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    46,122 miles
    Test number
    857734714019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    44,560 miles
    Test number
    426989603098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail44,560 miles (+1,330)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,560 miles
    Test number
    696129403079
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass43,230 miles (+2,602)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    43,230 miles
    Test number
    967612221381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,628 miles (+4,520)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    40,628 miles
    Test number
    733862020346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,108 miles (+7,934)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    36,108 miles
    Test number
    633688320005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,174 miles (+6,166)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    28,174 miles
    Test number
    863753208352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    22,008 miles
    Test number
    391442667406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR54 AVJ

Does LR54 AVJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR54 AVJ is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR54 AVJ?
The MOT on LR54 AVJ is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR54 AVJ done?
LR54 AVJ was recorded at 72,997 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2026, an average of 2,764 miles a year.
Has LR54 AVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 AVJ has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LR54 AVJ 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 LR54 AVJ find?
LR54 AVJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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