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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LR54 EPEMOT history

LR54 EPE is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Oct 2004. Its MOT expired on 17 Nov 2022 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 140,092 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2021.

LR54 EPE black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Nov 2022
Mileage
140,092 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2021
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,459 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 EPE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
12 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR54 EPE was last recorded at 140,092 miles on 18 Nov 2021, 6,281 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,811 miles · 7 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
6,281 miles
Average per year
8,459 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 140,092 miles
  • 2020 – 133,811 miles
  • 2019 – 125,485 miles
  • 2018 – 108,668 miles
  • 2017 – 98,639 miles
  • 2016 – 86,595 miles
  • 2015 – 80,366 miles
  • 2014 – 73,665 miles
  • 2013 – 64,583 miles
  • 2012 – 54,075 miles
  • 2011 – 45,703 miles
  • 2009 – 29,786 miles
  • 2007 – 20,956 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,092 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass140,092 miles (+6,281)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    140,092 miles
    Test number
    960266881237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass133,811 miles (+8,326)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    133,811 miles
    Test number
    484860079512
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material of Front to Rear pipes, meets at flexi. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass125,485 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    125,485 miles
    Test number
    989794822981
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail125,485 miles (+16,817)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,485 miles
    Test number
    223348674607
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass108,668 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    108,668 miles
    Test number
    850140477819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail108,652 miles (+10,013)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,652 miles
    Test number
    642613544902
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested excessive smoke and exhaust blow. (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass98,639 miles (+12,044)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    98,639 miles
    Test number
    782740935531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    86,595 miles
    Test number
    963949393388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail86,595 miles (+1,408)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,595 miles
    Test number
    641466365225
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  10. Pass85,187 miles (+4,821)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    85,187 miles
    Test number
    888268816078
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre damaged at sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  11. Pass80,366 miles (+6,701)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    80,366 miles
    Test number
    585954945077
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass73,665 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    73,665 miles
    Test number
    636454134046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  13. Fail73,665 miles (+9,082)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,665 miles
    Test number
    358531834008
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  14. Pass64,583 miles (+10,508)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    64,583 miles
    Test number
    928481533081
    • NoteBoth rear tyres on 3mm tread

  15. Pass54,075 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    54,075 miles
    Test number
    126211132005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail54,075 miles (+8,372)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,075 miles
    Test number
    957901132078
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass45,703 miles (+15,917)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    45,703 miles
    Test number
    869289421092
    • 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)

  18. Pass29,786 miles (+8,830)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    29,786 miles
    Test number
    571213739017
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass20,956 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    20,956 miles
    Test number
    203882097252
    • NoteRear pads worn unable to view fully hand/brake close to full travel

Questions about LR54 EPE

Does LR54 EPE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR54 EPE expired on 17 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR54 EPE?
The MOT on LR54 EPE expired on 17 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR54 EPE done?
LR54 EPE was recorded at 140,092 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2021, an average of 8,459 miles a year.
Has LR54 EPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 EPE has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on LR54 EPE 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 EPE find?
LR54 EPE passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2021 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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