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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LB07 SWVMOT history

LB07 SWV is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Jun 2007. Its MOT expired on 11 Dec 2023 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 278,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Dec 2023
Mileage
278,535 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2022
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
18,209 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB07 SWV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
25 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB07 SWV was last recorded at 278,535 miles on 12 Dec 2022, 1,502 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
277,033 miles · 11 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
1,502 miles
Average per year
18,209 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 278,535 miles
  • 2021 – 277,033 miles
  • 2019 – 252,350 miles
  • 2018 – 222,500 miles
  • 2017 – 192,562 miles
  • 2016 – 153,580 miles
  • 2015 – 113,425 miles
  • 2014 – 97,587 miles
  • 2013 – 89,998 miles
  • 2012 – 75,997 miles
  • 2011 – 61,892 miles
  • 2010 – 50,101 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass278,535 miles
  • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front slight free play

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

16 tests since 27 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass278,535 miles (+1,502)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    278,535 miles
    Test number
    215017941691
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight free play
  2. Pass277,033 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    277,033 miles
    Test number
    613358410641
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail277,002 miles (+24,652)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    277,002 miles
    Test number
    692713969563
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass252,350 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    252,350 miles
    Test number
    473832409314
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail252,340 miles (+29,840)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,340 miles
    Test number
    767518869081
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/40/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
  6. Pass222,500 miles (+29,938)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    222,500 miles
    Test number
    474491080612
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass192,562 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    192,562 miles
    Test number
    827165584912
    • AdvisoryEngine/under trays fitted restricting view
    • AdvisoryFront no plate cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in both rear suspension arm bushes
  8. Fail192,559 miles (+38,979)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,559 miles
    Test number
    444847458635
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device missing caliper retaining clip (3.5.1l)
    • AdvisoryEngine/under trays fitted restricting view
    • AdvisoryFront no plate cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in both rear suspension arm bushes
  9. Pass153,580 miles (+40,155)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    153,580 miles
    Test number
    596112591489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass113,425 miles (+15,838)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    113,425 miles
    Test number
    569133965159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass97,587 miles (+7,589)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    97,587 miles
    Test number
    806127334132
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOil leak around automatic gearbox.
  12. Pass89,998 miles (+14,001)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2014
    Odometer
    89,998 miles
    Test number
    345097323196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass75,997 miles (+14,105)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    75,997 miles
    Test number
    155423062143
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine oil low
  14. Pass61,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    61,892 miles
    Test number
    796435671176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail61,892 miles (+11,791)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,892 miles
    Test number
    965985571128
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  16. Pass50,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    50,101 miles
    Test number
    224187840482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB07 SWV

Does LB07 SWV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB07 SWV expired on 11 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB07 SWV?
The MOT on LB07 SWV expired on 11 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB07 SWV done?
LB07 SWV was recorded at 278,535 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2022, an average of 18,209 miles a year.
Has LB07 SWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB07 SWV has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LB07 SWV 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 SWV find?
LB07 SWV passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: all direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both; nearside front slight free play.

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