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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,993 cc

LX04 FLPMOT history

LX04 FLP is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 133,307 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

LX04 FLP blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
133,307 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,745 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX04 FLP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX04 FLP was last recorded at 133,307 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 5,486 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,821 miles · 13 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,486 miles
Average per year
4,745 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 133,307 miles
  • 2024 – 127,821 miles
  • 2023 – 122,046 miles
  • 2022 – 116,263 miles
  • 2021 – 113,583 miles
  • 2020 – 106,857 miles
  • 2019 – 96,164 miles
  • 2018 – 93,140 miles
  • 2017 – 90,106 miles
  • 2016 – 86,554 miles
  • 2015 – 82,734 miles
  • 2014 – 77,599 miles
  • 2013 – 70,086 miles
  • 2012 – 68,802 miles
  • 2011 – 67,385 miles
  • 2010 – 64,036 miles
  • 2009 – 57,293 miles
  • 2008 – 48,662 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,307 miles
  • MinorNearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose mirror glass (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) rack end
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing bump stop worn (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge compound showing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass133,307 miles (+5,486)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    133,307 miles
    Test number
    926283987282
    • MinorNearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose mirror glass (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) rack end
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing bump stop worn (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass127,821 miles (+164)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    127,821 miles
    Test number
    984286940091
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on tread bars (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge compound showing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on tread bars (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail127,657 miles (+222)7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,657 miles
    Test number
    466344485262
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill within the jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on tread bars (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge compound showing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on tread bars (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail127,435 miles (+5,389)6 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,435 miles
    Test number
    265778173796
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm remaining (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights cloudy
  5. Pass122,046 miles (+5,783)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    122,046 miles
    Test number
    537945581885
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Pass116,263 miles (+2,680)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    116,263 miles
    Test number
    305398730473
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside rear outer sills near jacking points have corrosion and are becoming weak (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Pass113,583 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    113,583 miles
    Test number
    995672283241
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure.
  8. Fail113,582 miles (+3,611)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,582 miles
    Test number
    346051858053
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also tyre has a shallow cut around the entire circumference of outer sidewall edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield insecure.
  9. Pass109,971 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    109,971 miles
    Test number
    990478295502
    • 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))
  10. Fail109,971 miles (+3,114)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,971 miles
    Test number
    696513478670
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault Further investigation required (1.7 (b))
    • 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))
  11. Pass106,857 miles (+10,693)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    106,857 miles
    Test number
    563036783616
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both blades (3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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))
  12. Pass96,164 miles (+3,024)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    96,164 miles
    Test number
    721989593289
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims shields and guards covering some prescribed areas.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  13. Pass93,140 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    93,140 miles
    Test number
    223112563720
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded and offside (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and offside (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims shields and guards covering some perscribed areas
  14. Fail93,137 miles (+3,031)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,137 miles
    Test number
    147257907051
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded and offside (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and offside (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims shields and guards covering some perscribed areas
  15. Pass90,106 miles (+3,552)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    90,106 miles
    Test number
    997110030521
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and offside (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlastic trims shields and guards covering some prescribed areas.
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
  16. Pass86,554 miles (+3,820)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    86,554 miles
    Test number
    685325267404
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass82,734 miles (+5,135)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    82,734 miles
    Test number
    109624945053
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass77,599 miles (+7,513)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    77,599 miles
    Test number
    958191924059
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inside edge.
    • NoteO/S front fog light does not work.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass70,086 miles (+1,284)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    70,086 miles
    Test number
    125289643002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NotePlastic trims shields and guards covering some perscribed areas
    • NoteRear subframe lightly corroded
    • NoteSill covers fitted
  20. Pass68,802 miles (+1,417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    68,802 miles
    Test number
    326645702032
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  21. Pass67,385 miles (+3,349)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    67,385 miles
    Test number
    128069621094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass64,036 miles (+6,743)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    64,036 miles
    Test number
    281473610080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass57,293 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    57,293 miles
    Test number
    854727119035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Fail57,293 miles (+8,631)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,293 miles
    Test number
    780745819007
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass48,662 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    48,662 miles
    Test number
    532116518040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX04 FLP

Does LX04 FLP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX04 FLP is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LX04 FLP?
The MOT on LX04 FLP is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX04 FLP done?
LX04 FLP was recorded at 133,307 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 4,745 miles a year.
Has LX04 FLP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX04 FLP has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LX04 FLP 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 FLP find?
LX04 FLP passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside upper windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front brake hose slightly twisted; offside front obligatory mirror slightly loose mirror glass, and 6 more.

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