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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

LX54 VBBMOT history

LX54 VBB is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 21 Nov 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 112,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2026.

LX54 VBB black 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 21 Nov 2027
Mileage
112,728 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,770 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 VBB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 VBB was last recorded at 112,728 miles on 24 Oct 2026, 2,177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,551 miles · 22 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
2,177 miles
Average per year
4,770 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,728 miles
  • 2025 – 110,551 miles
  • 2024 – 108,636 miles
  • 2023 – 101,294 miles
  • 2022 – 98,173 miles
  • 2019 – 97,762 miles
  • 2018 – 93,739 miles
  • 2017 – 88,885 miles
  • 2016 – 87,966 miles
  • 2015 – 85,345 miles
  • 2014 – 79,379 miles
  • 2013 – 74,127 miles
  • 2012 – 65,106 miles
  • 2011 – 54,982 miles
  • 2010 – 40,806 miles
  • 2009 – 32,130 miles
  • 2008 – 25,038 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,728 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame 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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,728 miles (+2,177)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    112,728 miles
    Test number
    624959682467
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass110,551 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    110,551 miles
    Test number
    727613699002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail110,524 miles (+1,888)2 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,524 miles
    Test number
    580856413169
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass108,636 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    108,636 miles
    Test number
    729223957064
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail108,634 miles (+7,340)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,634 miles
    Test number
    572606013446
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass101,294 miles (+3,121)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    101,294 miles
    Test number
    990404681414
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass98,173 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    98,173 miles
    Test number
    127665724024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail98,171 miles (+409)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,171 miles
    Test number
    748375559562
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass97,762 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    97,762 miles
    Test number
    320381365027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail97,754 miles (+4,015)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,754 miles
    Test number
    396540208942
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass93,739 miles (+4,854)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    93,739 miles
    Test number
    518347882808
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass88,885 miles (+919)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    88,885 miles
    Test number
    689767908761
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner/outer edges

  13. Pass87,966 miles (+2,621)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    87,966 miles
    Test number
    631427410273
    • 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)

  14. Pass85,345 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    85,345 miles
    Test number
    895169355197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Fail85,339 miles (+5,960)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,339 miles
    Test number
    475527255116
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass79,379 miles (+5,252)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    79,379 miles
    Test number
    715673254161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,127 miles (+9,021)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    74,127 miles
    Test number
    969000953195
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass65,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    65,106 miles
    Test number
    286511692114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail65,106 miles (+10,124)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,106 miles
    Test number
    605481192190
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  20. Pass54,982 miles (+14,176)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    54,982 miles
    Test number
    277871581424
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass40,806 miles (+8,676)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    40,806 miles
    Test number
    232728080439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,130 miles (+7,092)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    32,130 miles
    Test number
    454549049172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,038 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    25,038 miles
    Test number
    370177358195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Questions about LX54 VBB

Does LX54 VBB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX54 VBB is valid until 21 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX54 VBB?
The MOT on LX54 VBB is valid until 21 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX54 VBB done?
LX54 VBB was recorded at 112,728 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2026, an average of 4,770 miles a year.
Has LX54 VBB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 VBB has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LX54 VBB 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 LX54 VBB find?
LX54 VBB passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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