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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

LS04 RDVMOT history

LS04 RDV is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 57,398 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

LS04 RDV grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
57,398 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,018 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS04 RDV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
21 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS04 RDV was last recorded at 57,398 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 1,874 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,524 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,874 miles
Average per year
2,018 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,398 miles
  • 2025 – 55,524 miles
  • 2024 – 54,172 miles
  • 2023 – 51,959 miles
  • 2021 – 50,055 miles
  • 2020 – 44,909 miles
  • 2019 – 40,214 miles
  • 2018 – 38,243 miles
  • 2017 – 36,104 miles
  • 2016 – 33,347 miles
  • 2015 – 32,807 miles
  • 2014 – 32,801 miles
  • 2013 – 32,255 miles
  • 2012 – 32,189 miles
  • 2011 – 31,585 miles
  • 2010 – 29,170 miles
  • 2009 – 24,775 miles
  • 2008 – 21,779 miles
  • 2007 – 19,195 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,398 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,398 miles (+1,874)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    57,398 miles
    Test number
    809205266187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass55,524 miles (+1,352)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    55,524 miles
    Test number
    271012166161
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass54,172 miles (+2,213)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    54,172 miles
    Test number
    244834709153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass51,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    51,959 miles
    Test number
    432717422202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail51,959 miles (+1,904)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,959 miles
    Test number
    783002953427
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure BOTH TYRES. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass50,055 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    50,055 miles
    Test number
    928110872408
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail50,055 miles (+5,146)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,055 miles
    Test number
    403679349591
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass44,909 miles (+4,695)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    44,909 miles
    Test number
    305190939791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,214 miles (+1,971)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    40,214 miles
    Test number
    872789177013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass38,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    38,243 miles
    Test number
    250055068559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail38,243 miles (+2,139)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,243 miles
    Test number
    133054561983
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  12. Pass36,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    36,104 miles
    Test number
    835054332186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail36,104 miles (+2,757)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,104 miles
    Test number
    512645185436
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass33,347 miles (+540)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    33,347 miles
    Test number
    466130888291
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass32,807 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    32,807 miles
    Test number
    667806475003
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail32,804 miles (+3)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,804 miles
    Test number
    388006145061
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail32,801 miles (+546)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,801 miles
    Test number
    917881984209
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass32,255 miles (+66)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    32,255 miles
    Test number
    769764703261
    • 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)

  19. Pass32,189 miles (+604)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    32,189 miles
    Test number
    229775262163
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre is wearing on inner edge.

  20. Pass31,585 miles (+2,415)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    31,585 miles
    Test number
    799351331126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass29,170 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    29,170 miles
    Test number
    364317210124
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Fail29,170 miles (+4,395)3 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,170 miles
    Test number
    660761910130
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass24,775 miles (+2,996)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    24,775 miles
    Test number
    270152839126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass21,779 miles (+2,584)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    21,779 miles
    Test number
    173603038126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass19,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    19,195 miles
    Test number
    474105417100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS04 RDV

Does LS04 RDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS04 RDV is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS04 RDV?
The MOT on LS04 RDV is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS04 RDV done?
LS04 RDV was recorded at 57,398 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 2,018 miles a year.
Has LS04 RDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS04 RDV has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LS04 RDV 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 LS04 RDV find?
LS04 RDV passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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