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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 1,895 cc

LB07 PVTMOT history

LB07 PVT is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 185,868 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
185,868 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,877 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB07 PVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
6 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB07 PVT was last recorded at 185,868 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 May 2011: 28,226 miles, lower than 45,143 miles on 3 Jun 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
185,848 miles · 9 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
8,877 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 185,868 miles
  • 2025 – 175,150 miles
  • 2024 – 158,699 miles
  • 2023 – 149,241 miles
  • 2022 – 140,760 miles
  • 2021 – 135,956 miles
  • 2020 – 133,687 miles
  • 2019 – 125,555 miles
  • 2018 – 114,795 miles
  • 2017 – 105,634 miles
  • 2016 – 94,530 miles
  • 2015 – 85,740 miles
  • 2014 – 75,737 miles
  • 2013 – 56,959 miles
  • 2012 – 40,216 miles
  • 2011 – 28,226 miles
  • 2010 – 45,143 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,868 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoversRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,868 miles (+20)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    185,868 miles
    Test number
    526103688445
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers

  2. Fail185,848 miles (+10,698)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,848 miles
    Test number
    965281937574
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers

  3. Pass175,150 miles (+16,451)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    175,150 miles
    Test number
    542595486396
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass158,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    158,699 miles
    Test number
    759966125604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail158,699 miles (+9,458)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,699 miles
    Test number
    602428393360
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low Both sides (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass149,241 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    149,241 miles
    Test number
    597990910038
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail149,239 miles (+8,479)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,239 miles
    Test number
    946163734393
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass140,760 miles (+4,804)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    140,760 miles
    Test number
    852996865879
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin ? (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass135,956 miles (+2,269)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    135,956 miles
    Test number
    855264446604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass133,687 miles (+8,132)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    133,687 miles
    Test number
    253310611080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass125,555 miles (+10,760)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    125,555 miles
    Test number
    827132902802
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryWashers poor

  12. Pass114,795 miles (+9,161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    114,795 miles
    Test number
    374244541943
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass105,634 miles (+11,104)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    105,634 miles
    Test number
    265657662777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass94,530 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    94,530 miles
    Test number
    229863501226
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs lipped and corroded
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged

  15. Fail94,530 miles (+8,790)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,530 miles
    Test number
    841485259008
    • FailureFront registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
    • FailureRear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs lipped and corroded
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged

  16. Pass85,740 miles (+10,003)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    85,740 miles
    Test number
    129050477133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass75,737 miles (+18,778)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    75,737 miles
    Test number
    838962424305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,959 miles (+16,743)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    56,959 miles
    Test number
    498563613434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,216 miles (+3,806)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    40,216 miles
    Test number
    358253212393
    • AdvisoryCentre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass36,410 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    36,410 miles
    Test number
    788693222144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail36,403 miles (+8,177)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,403 miles
    Test number
    845041222118
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass28,226 miles (-16,917)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    28,226 miles
    Test number
    337987131189
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass45,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    45,143 miles
    Test number
    203744150415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail45,143 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,143 miles
    Test number
    841174050132
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Questions about LB07 PVT

Does LB07 PVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB07 PVT is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB07 PVT?
The MOT on LB07 PVT is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB07 PVT done?
LB07 PVT was recorded at 185,868 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 8,877 miles a year.
Has LB07 PVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB07 PVT has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB07 PVT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 May 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB07 PVT find?
LB07 PVT passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear, and 1 more.

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