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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

LS04 SWJMOT history

LS04 SWJ is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 12 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 134,326 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2022.

LS04 SWJ black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Dec 2023
Mileage
134,326 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2022
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,732 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS04 SWJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
14 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS04 SWJ was last recorded at 134,326 miles on 13 Dec 2022, 5,841 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,485 miles · 21 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
5,841 miles
Average per year
6,732 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 134,326 miles
  • 2021 – 128,485 miles
  • 2020 – 124,919 miles
  • 2019 – 121,058 miles
  • 2018 – 117,162 miles
  • 2017 – 113,235 miles
  • 2016 – 108,855 miles
  • 2015 – 102,723 miles
  • 2014 – 98,348 miles
  • 2013 – 90,653 miles
  • 2012 – 80,419 miles
  • 2011 – 70,284 miles
  • 2010 – 60,307 miles
  • 2009 – 49,677 miles
  • 2008 – 39,119 miles
  • 2007 – 29,095 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,326 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 27 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,326 miles (+5,841)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    134,326 miles
    Test number
    469280518993
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass128,485 miles (+3,566)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    128,485 miles
    Test number
    128270954332
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass124,919 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    124,919 miles
    Test number
    424572444787
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail124,919 miles (+3,861)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,919 miles
    Test number
    654492250674
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass121,058 miles (+3,896)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    121,058 miles
    Test number
    997069974336
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass117,162 miles (+3,927)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    117,162 miles
    Test number
    332173284931
    • AdvisoryBoth front Tyre`s wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  7. Pass113,235 miles (+4,380)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    113,235 miles
    Test number
    974097332655
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  8. Pass108,855 miles (+6,132)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    108,855 miles
    Test number
    313761739352
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  9. Pass102,723 miles (+4,375)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    102,723 miles
    Test number
    349192035112
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
  10. Pass98,348 miles (+7,695)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    98,348 miles
    Test number
    705480534185
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  11. Pass90,653 miles (+10,234)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2014
    Odometer
    90,653 miles
    Test number
    207249003423
    • 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)
  12. Pass80,419 miles (+10,135)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2013
    Odometer
    80,419 miles
    Test number
    779695422151
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Pass70,284 miles (+9,977)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    70,284 miles
    Test number
    735096021100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,307 miles (+10,630)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    60,307 miles
    Test number
    281600220124
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Pass49,677 miles (+10,558)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    49,677 miles
    Test number
    910454119109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,119 miles (+10,024)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    39,119 miles
    Test number
    213212208111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    29,095 miles
    Test number
    371737417158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS04 SWJ

Does LS04 SWJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS04 SWJ expired on 12 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS04 SWJ?
The MOT on LS04 SWJ expired on 12 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS04 SWJ done?
LS04 SWJ was recorded at 134,326 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2022, an average of 6,732 miles a year.
Has LS04 SWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS04 SWJ has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on LS04 SWJ 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 SWJ find?
LS04 SWJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2022 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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