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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LA07 DXVMOT history

LA07 DXV is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Jul 2007. Its MOT expired on 1 Mar 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 318,724 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Mar 2025.

LA07 DXV grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Mar 2026
Mileage
318,724 km
At MOT on 1 Mar 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA07 DXV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
16 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA07 DXV was last recorded at 318,724 km on 1 Mar 2025, 2 km more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
318,722 km · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 318,724 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass318,724 km
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (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.

  • Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass318,724 km (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    318,724 km
    Test number
    462194189974
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail318,722 km2 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    318,722 km
    Test number
    762618688770
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/35r18 1.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass184,890 miles (+23)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    184,890 miles
    Test number
    299316192123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail184,867 miles (+7,978)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,867 miles
    Test number
    138616446102
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass176,889 miles (+7,197)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    176,889 miles
    Test number
    426716079141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass169,692 miles (+4,506)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    169,692 miles
    Test number
    176903461483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass165,186 miles (+3,404)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    165,186 miles
    Test number
    112029441316
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components

  8. Pass161,782 miles (+3,865)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    161,782 miles
    Test number
    780084661271
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components

  9. Pass157,917 miles (+6,222)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    157,917 miles
    Test number
    579185320332
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn to 3.0mm
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components

  10. Pass151,695 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    151,695 miles
    Test number
    374987438038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail151,687 miles (+10,495)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,687 miles
    Test number
    910429357682
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Pass141,192 miles (+14,377)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    141,192 miles
    Test number
    445495442917
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass126,815 miles (+5,940)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    126,815 miles
    Test number
    864564209594
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring under body components

  14. Pass120,875 miles (+10,820)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    120,875 miles
    Test number
    499336795124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass110,055 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    110,055 miles
    Test number
    138307794183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail109,985 miles (+17,404)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,985 miles
    Test number
    405435494101
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass92,581 miles (+9,463)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    92,581 miles
    Test number
    797116993170
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake pads incorrect for vehicle.

  18. Pass83,118 miles (+8,785)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    83,118 miles
    Test number
    357213592133
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail74,333 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,333 miles
    Test number
    445601271185
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass74,333 miles (+24,176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    74,333 miles
    Test number
    706881071118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass50,157 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    50,157 miles
    Test number
    840447880160
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LA07 DXV

Does LA07 DXV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA07 DXV expired on 1 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA07 DXV?
The MOT on LA07 DXV expired on 1 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA07 DXV done?
LA07 DXV was recorded at 318,724 km at its MOT on 1 Mar 2025.
Has LA07 DXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA07 DXV has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LA07 DXV 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 LA07 DXV find?
LA07 DXV passed its latest MOT on 1 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly damaged; central exhaust mounting defective; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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