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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

LX54 VRYMOT history

LX54 VRY is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 122,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

LX54 VRY blue 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 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
122,949 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,453 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 VRY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
2 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 VRY was last recorded at 122,949 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 2,196 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,753 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,196 miles
Average per year
5,453 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,949 miles
  • 2025 – 120,753 miles
  • 2024 – 118,082 miles
  • 2023 – 115,473 miles
  • 2022 – 112,790 miles
  • 2021 – 109,644 miles
  • 2020 – 106,432 miles
  • 2019 – 101,610 miles
  • 2018 – 98,175 miles
  • 2017 – 92,982 miles
  • 2016 – 88,623 miles
  • 2015 – 78,537 miles
  • 2014 – 67,633 miles
  • 2013 – 54,726 miles
  • 2012 – 45,809 miles
  • 2011 – 32,092 miles
  • 2010 – 28,592 miles
  • 2009 – 25,511 miles
  • 2007 – 17,825 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,949 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Coil spring corroded both rear

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,949 miles (+2,196)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    122,949 miles
    Test number
    648380365568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass120,753 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    120,753 miles
    Test number
    684651653772
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail120,753 miles (+2,671)1 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,753 miles
    Test number
    496365872626
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass118,082 miles (+2,609)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    118,082 miles
    Test number
    736737427648
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass115,473 miles (+2,683)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    115,473 miles
    Test number
    913164182364
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH FRONT (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass112,790 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    112,790 miles
    Test number
    520439992582
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail112,790 miles (+3,146)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,790 miles
    Test number
    966420848124
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass109,644 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    109,644 miles
    Test number
    561128705016
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail109,644 miles (+3,212)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,644 miles
    Test number
    709441350669
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass106,432 miles (+4,822)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    106,432 miles
    Test number
    573535900021
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass101,610 miles (+3,435)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,610 miles
    Test number
    500207094988
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass98,175 miles (+5,193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    98,175 miles
    Test number
    495927501161
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass92,982 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    92,982 miles
    Test number
    695719194094
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  14. Fail92,982 miles (+4,359)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,982 miles
    Test number
    735964197919
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryTPMS Light on

  15. Pass88,623 miles (+10,086)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    88,623 miles
    Test number
    460874008436
    • AdvisoryDecorative ring inside o/s headlamp detached but not effecting beam image or light output
    • AdvisoryNoted free movement in o/s wiper arm
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass78,537 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    78,537 miles
    Test number
    115247495079
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail78,537 miles (+10,904)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,537 miles
    Test number
    769907195089
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass67,633 miles (+12,907)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    67,633 miles
    Test number
    449928894032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    54,726 miles
    Test number
    145650983454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail54,726 miles (+8,917)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,726 miles
    Test number
    987899673015
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

  21. Pass45,809 miles (+13,717)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    45,809 miles
    Test number
    535913692177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,092 miles (+3,500)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    32,092 miles
    Test number
    908980191029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,592 miles (+3,081)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    28,592 miles
    Test number
    121035580492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,511 miles (+7,686)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    25,511 miles
    Test number
    222347689023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    17,825 miles
    Test number
    151538007125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX54 VRY

Does LX54 VRY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX54 VRY is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX54 VRY?
The MOT on LX54 VRY is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX54 VRY done?
LX54 VRY was recorded at 122,949 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 5,453 miles a year.
Has LX54 VRY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 VRY has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LX54 VRY 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 VRY find?
LX54 VRY passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear inner vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 5 more.

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