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BMW 316

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

LR54 LBJMOT history

LR54 LBJ is a silver petrol BMW 316 first used on 19 Oct 2004. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 115,751 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

LR54 LBJ silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2026
Mileage
115,751 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,704 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 LBJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
19 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR54 LBJ was last recorded at 115,751 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 2,765 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,986 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,765 miles
Average per year
3,704 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,751 miles
  • 2025 – 112,986 miles
  • 2024 – 106,846 miles
  • 2023 – 102,040 miles
  • 2022 – 96,730 miles
  • 2021 – 89,921 miles
  • 2020 – 86,705 miles
  • 2019 – 82,098 miles
  • 2018 – 80,145 miles
  • 2017 – 76,585 miles
  • 2016 – 72,683 miles
  • 2015 – 69,246 miles
  • 2014 – 65,928 miles
  • 2013 – 63,369 miles
  • 2012 – 61,022 miles
  • 2011 – 57,143 miles
  • 2010 – 53,880 miles
  • 2009 – 50,591 miles
  • 2008 – 48,342 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail115,751 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine rattle (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall slightly cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 16 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail115,751 miles (+2,765)3 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,751 miles
    Test number
    304387150582
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine rattle (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass112,986 miles (+6,140)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    112,986 miles
    Test number
    684031634766
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake hose slightly deteriorated x2 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass106,846 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    106,846 miles
    Test number
    618114215359
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated x2 (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail106,846 miles (+4,806)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,846 miles
    Test number
    922303273609
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated x2 (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass102,040 miles (+5,310)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    102,040 miles
    Test number
    453900113718
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass96,730 miles (+50)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    96,730 miles
    Test number
    939535985938
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall slightly cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail96,680 miles (+6,759)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,680 miles
    Test number
    199418029098
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall slightly cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass89,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    89,921 miles
    Test number
    945286695329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail89,921 miles (+3,216)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,921 miles
    Test number
    723540495711
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass86,705 miles (+4,607)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    86,705 miles
    Test number
    594748027947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    82,098 miles
    Test number
    957073705890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail82,098 miles (+1,953)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,098 miles
    Test number
    533817681907
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass80,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    80,145 miles
    Test number
    783448732134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail80,145 miles (+3,560)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,145 miles
    Test number
    870248391033
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass76,585 miles (+3,902)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    76,585 miles
    Test number
    111786876081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,683 miles (+3,437)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    72,683 miles
    Test number
    699694643772
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass69,246 miles (+3,318)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    69,246 miles
    Test number
    298791215066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass65,928 miles (+2,559)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    65,928 miles
    Test number
    137732214033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass63,369 miles (+2,347)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    63,369 miles
    Test number
    795017223059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass61,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    61,022 miles
    Test number
    517229512033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail61,022 miles (+3,879)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,022 miles
    Test number
    656189712049
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass57,143 miles (+3,263)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    57,143 miles
    Test number
    909620621012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    53,880 miles
    Test number
    522650220026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail53,880 miles (+3,289)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,880 miles
    Test number
    974830920086
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass50,591 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    50,591 miles
    Test number
    371341729043
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Fail50,591 miles (+2,249)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,591 miles
    Test number
    433411929042
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass48,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    48,342 miles
    Test number
    340456618092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR54 LBJ

Does LR54 LBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR54 LBJ expired on 31 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR54 LBJ?
The MOT on LR54 LBJ expired on 31 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR54 LBJ done?
LR54 LBJ was recorded at 115,751 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 3,704 miles a year.
Has LR54 LBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 LBJ has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LR54 LBJ 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 LBJ find?
LR54 LBJ failed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 3 dangerous defects, 4 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front brake hose damaged and likely to fail; nearside rear brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture; offside front brake hose damaged and likely to fail, and 5 more.

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