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BMW 3 Series

White · Petrol · 1988 · 2,494 cc

F128 LPLMOT history

F128 LPL is a white petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Dec 1988. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2025 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 92,310 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Oct 2025
Mileage
92,310 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2024
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
631 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F128 LPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1988
First used
30 Dec 1988
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

F128 LPL was last recorded at 92,310 miles on 21 Oct 2024, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,297 miles · 19 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
631 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 92,310 miles
  • 2022 – 92,297 miles
  • 2019 – 92,261 miles
  • 2018 – 91,291 miles
  • 2016 – 90,781 miles
  • 2015 – 86,298 miles
  • 2014 – 85,549 miles
  • 2013 – 84,550 miles
  • 2012 – 83,744 miles
  • 2011 – 82,942 miles
  • 2010 – 82,852 miles
  • 2009 – 82,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,310 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipes (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisorySlight seepage from steering rack

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 Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

16 tests since 13 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,310 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    92,310 miles
    Test number
    666346385038
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipes (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight seepage from steering rack
  2. Pass92,297 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    92,297 miles
    Test number
    767306176287
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail92,295 miles (+34)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,295 miles
    Test number
    792118337764
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass92,261 miles (+970)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    92,261 miles
    Test number
    192014904046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass91,291 miles (+510)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    91,291 miles
    Test number
    585932887546
    • 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. Pass90,781 miles (+4,483)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    90,781 miles
    Test number
    730796346786
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  7. Pass86,298 miles (+749)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    86,298 miles
    Test number
    209688685406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
  8. Pass85,549 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    85,549 miles
    Test number
    627324784184
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCorrosion on brake pipes and ferrules
  9. Fail85,547 miles (+997)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,547 miles
    Test number
    489142384166
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCorrosion on brake pipes and ferrules
  10. Pass84,550 miles (+806)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    84,550 miles
    Test number
    996474483143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass83,744 miles (+802)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    83,744 miles
    Test number
    786516582114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    82,942 miles
    Test number
    407575781178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail82,942 miles (+90)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,942 miles
    Test number
    667376871197
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass82,852 miles (+226)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    82,852 miles
    Test number
    710650370182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass82,626 miles (+4)1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    82,626 miles
    Test number
    752577069187
    • DangerousFuel pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak
  16. Fail82,622 miles2 dangerous2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,622 miles
    Test number
    373524869126
    • DangerousFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousFuel pipe/s corroded
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about F128 LPL

Does F128 LPL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on F128 LPL expired on 20 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on F128 LPL?
The MOT on F128 LPL expired on 20 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has F128 LPL done?
F128 LPL was recorded at 92,310 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2024, an average of 631 miles a year.
Has F128 LPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F128 LPL has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on F128 LPL 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 F128 LPL find?
F128 LPL passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2024 with 3 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipes; slight seepage from steering rack.

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