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BMW X3

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

LX04 BFFMOT history

LX04 BFF is a grey petrol BMW X3 first used on 26 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 115,157 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

LX04 BFF grey BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
115,157 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,054 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX04 BFF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX04 BFF was last recorded at 115,157 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 7,502 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,655 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,502 miles
Average per year
5,054 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,157 miles
  • 2025 – 107,655 miles
  • 2024 – 94,217 miles
  • 2023 – 83,671 miles
  • 2017 – 77,563 miles
  • 2016 – 72,793 miles
  • 2015 – 68,454 miles
  • 2014 – 64,336 miles
  • 2013 – 57,064 miles
  • 2012 – 49,363 miles
  • 2011 – 40,320 miles
  • 2010 – 35,726 miles
  • 2009 – 30,175 miles
  • 2008 – 24,461 miles
  • 2007 – 18,312 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,157 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres perished inner edge
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • 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))

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 Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass115,157 miles (+7,502)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    115,157 miles
    Test number
    122901003954
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres perished inner edge
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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. Pass107,655 miles (+13,438)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    107,655 miles
    Test number
    398795586381
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive Diff oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass94,217 miles (+10,546)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    94,217 miles
    Test number
    117089536305
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished

  4. Pass83,671 miles (+6,108)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    83,671 miles
    Test number
    590440638021
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres slightly perished

  5. Pass77,563 miles (+4,770)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    77,563 miles
    Test number
    198846821906
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

  6. Pass72,793 miles (+4,339)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    72,793 miles
    Test number
    347704547409
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  7. Pass68,454 miles (+4,118)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    68,454 miles
    Test number
    803899351196
    • Advisory1/3 of centre brake light not workin
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  8. Pass64,336 miles (+229)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    64,336 miles
    Test number
    867452774291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail64,107 miles (+7,043)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,107 miles
    Test number
    457158864257
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass57,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    57,064 miles
    Test number
    785273383279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail57,064 miles (+7,701)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,064 miles
    Test number
    676453883260
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass49,363 miles (+9,043)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    49,363 miles
    Test number
    985394302324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,320 miles (+4,594)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    40,320 miles
    Test number
    955595281151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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. Pass35,726 miles (+5,551)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    35,726 miles
    Test number
    412591620279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    30,175 miles
    Test number
    233385879471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail30,175 miles (+5,714)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,175 miles
    Test number
    833834879168
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass24,461 miles (+6,149)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    24,461 miles
    Test number
    803761898118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    18,312 miles
    Test number
    731027207210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail18,312 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,312 miles
    Test number
    134316807223
    • FailureFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LX04 BFF

Does LX04 BFF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX04 BFF is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX04 BFF?
The MOT on LX04 BFF is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX04 BFF done?
LX04 BFF was recorded at 115,157 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 5,054 miles a year.
Has LX04 BFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX04 BFF has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2014.
Has the mileage on LX04 BFF 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 LX04 BFF find?
LX04 BFF passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; all 4 tyres perished inner edge; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 2 more.

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