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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LB07 PHOMOT history

LB07 PHO is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 149,485 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jul 2027
Mileage
149,485 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,598 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB07 PHO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
6 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB07 PHO was last recorded at 149,485 miles on 25 Jul 2026, 2,323 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,162 miles · 14 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,323 miles
Average per year
7,598 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,485 miles
  • 2025 – 147,162 miles
  • 2024 – 144,993 miles
  • 2023 – 139,195 miles
  • 2022 – 132,012 miles
  • 2021 – 119,396 miles
  • 2020 – 111,790 miles
  • 2019 – 100,857 miles
  • 2018 – 91,183 miles
  • 2017 – 74,541 miles
  • 2016 – 64,427 miles
  • 2015 – 57,450 miles
  • 2014 – 52,845 miles
  • 2013 – 47,155 miles
  • 2012 – 41,264 miles
  • 2011 – 35,646 miles
  • 2010 – 26,810 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,485 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryHandbrake reserve travel highRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryUnder Tray Fitted

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.

  • Front Valve stem slightly damaged offside + nearside (4.1.D.1e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear Valve stem slightly damaged offside + nearside (4.1.D.1e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside + nearside (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 2 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,485 miles (+2,323)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    149,485 miles
    Test number
    830399905693
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake reserve travel high
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder Tray Fitted
  2. Pass147,162 miles (+2,169)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    147,162 miles
    Test number
    438645233017
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake reserve travel high
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass144,993 miles (+5,798)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    144,993 miles
    Test number
    535908726322
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass139,195 miles (+7,183)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    139,195 miles
    Test number
    693328089392
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL FOUR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass132,012 miles (+12,616)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    132,012 miles
    Test number
    873181836528
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass119,396 miles (+7,606)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    119,396 miles
    Test number
    459090945964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass111,790 miles (+10,933)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    111,790 miles
    Test number
    351307010743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass100,857 miles (+9,674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,857 miles
    Test number
    307403975484
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass91,183 miles (+21)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    91,183 miles
    Test number
    137015856264
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside + nearside (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged offside + nearside (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged offside + nearside (4.1.D.1e)
  10. Fail91,162 miles (+16,621)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,162 miles
    Test number
    662380623170
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated offside + nearside (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged offside + nearside (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged offside + nearside (4.1.D.1e)
  11. Pass74,541 miles (+10,114)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    74,541 miles
    Test number
    997520531382
    • AdvisoryFront Valve stem slightly damaged offside + nearside (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged offside + nearside (4.1.D.1e)
  12. Pass64,427 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    64,427 miles
    Test number
    522444371813
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  13. Fail64,427 miles (+6,977)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,427 miles
    Test number
    132606807883
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  14. Pass57,450 miles (+4,605)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    57,450 miles
    Test number
    287072485416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,845 miles (+5,690)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    52,845 miles
    Test number
    346803384120
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has a cut on treads but not deep to cords
  16. Pass47,155 miles (+5,891)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    47,155 miles
    Test number
    576118843108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,264 miles (+5,618)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    41,264 miles
    Test number
    128670352167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail35,646 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,646 miles
    Test number
    176204871110
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
  19. Pass35,646 miles (+8,836)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    35,646 miles
    Test number
    549304171123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,810 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    26,810 miles
    Test number
    672603350129
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing low from outer edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly wearing from inner edge

Questions about LB07 PHO

Does LB07 PHO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB07 PHO is valid until 24 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB07 PHO?
The MOT on LB07 PHO is valid until 24 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB07 PHO done?
LB07 PHO was recorded at 149,485 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2026, an average of 7,598 miles a year.
Has LB07 PHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB07 PHO has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2018.
Has the mileage on LB07 PHO 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 LB07 PHO find?
LB07 PHO passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2026 with 10 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; handbrake reserve travel high; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 7 more.

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