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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 2,993 cc

LS04 SWWMOT history

LS04 SWW is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 14 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2022 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 209,542 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2022.

LS04 SWW grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2022
Mileage
209,542 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2022
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,619 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS04 SWW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
14 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS04 SWW was last recorded at 209,542 miles on 25 Aug 2022, 7,729 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Aug 2018: 182,639 miles, lower than 186,687 miles on 24 Jul 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
201,813 miles · 6 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
7,729 miles
Average per year
8,619 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 209,542 miles
  • 2021 – 201,813 miles
  • 2020 – 196,743 miles
  • 2019 – 191,195 miles
  • 2018 – 182,639 miles
  • 2017 – 169,685 miles
  • 2016 – 160,232 miles
  • 2015 – 156,240 miles
  • 2014 – 149,327 miles
  • 2013 – 137,004 miles
  • 2012 – 124,606 miles
  • 2011 – 112,434 miles
  • 2010 – 99,939 miles
  • 2009 – 90,601 miles
  • 2008 – 81,664 miles
  • 2007 – 78,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail209,542 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Jacking point/sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point/sill. Rear underside surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail209,542 miles (+7,729)1 dangerous8 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,542 miles
    Test number
    836413745034
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Jacking point/sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point/sill. Rear underside surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass201,813 miles (+97)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    201,813 miles
    Test number
    122510328125
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear jacking points corroded

  3. Fail201,716 miles (+4,973)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,716 miles
    Test number
    511468760635
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass196,743 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    196,743 miles
    Test number
    916293134783
    • 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))

  5. Fail196,730 miles (+5,535)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,730 miles
    Test number
    606660559179
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  6. Pass191,195 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    191,195 miles
    Test number
    784305277054
    • 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))

  7. Fail191,195 miles (+8,556)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,195 miles
    Test number
    992544506817
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  8. Pass182,639 miles (-4,048)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    182,639 miles
    Test number
    601609659499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail186,687 miles (+17,002)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,687 miles
    Test number
    447710505728
    • MajorHeadlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass169,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    169,685 miles
    Test number
    777686507034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail169,685 miles (+9,453)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,685 miles
    Test number
    935817518317
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  12. Pass160,232 miles (+3,992)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    160,232 miles
    Test number
    491877114037
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased

  13. Pass156,240 miles (+6,913)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    156,240 miles
    Test number
    775828625121
    • NoteBrake pipes been greased

  14. Pass149,327 miles (+12,323)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    149,327 miles
    Test number
    225709224450
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass137,004 miles (+12,398)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    137,004 miles
    Test number
    418207663090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill guards fitted

  16. Pass124,606 miles (+12,172)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    124,606 miles
    Test number
    179118852419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlastic sill guards fitted

  17. Pass112,434 miles (+12,495)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    112,434 miles
    Test number
    595094051091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass99,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    99,939 miles
    Test number
    400737560051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail99,939 miles (+9,338)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,939 miles
    Test number
    321052160039
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass90,601 miles (+8,937)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    90,601 miles
    Test number
    614624139035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass81,664 miles (+3,060)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    81,664 miles
    Test number
    330824148074
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass78,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    78,604 miles
    Test number
    722707767175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS04 SWW

Does LS04 SWW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS04 SWW expired on 5 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS04 SWW?
The MOT on LS04 SWW expired on 5 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS04 SWW done?
LS04 SWW was recorded at 209,542 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2022, an average of 8,619 miles a year.
Has LS04 SWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS04 SWW has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LS04 SWW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Aug 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS04 SWW find?
LS04 SWW failed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects, 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front inner tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 10 more.

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