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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LB07 SXLMOT history

LB07 SXL is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Jun 2007. Its MOT expired on 4 Feb 2025 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 125,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Feb 2025
Mileage
125,248 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2024
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,784 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB07 SXL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
25 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB07 SXL was last recorded at 125,248 miles on 5 Feb 2024, 9,991 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,257 miles · 14 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
9,991 miles
Average per year
7,784 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 125,248 miles
  • 2022 – 115,257 miles
  • 2021 – 104,105 miles
  • 2020 – 94,769 miles
  • 2019 – 75,653 miles
  • 2018 – 63,695 miles
  • 2017 – 57,743 miles
  • 2016 – 48,360 miles
  • 2014 – 43,404 miles
  • 2013 – 38,139 miles
  • 2012 – 30,095 miles
  • 2011 – 24,333 miles
  • 2010 – 19,249 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,248 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

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 Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass125,248 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    125,248 miles
    Test number
    727876242395
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  2. Fail125,246 miles (+9,989)2 major2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,246 miles
    Test number
    588100559573
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  3. Pass115,257 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    115,257 miles
    Test number
    454711004228
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail115,256 miles (+11,151)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,256 miles
    Test number
    459674086100
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass104,105 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    104,105 miles
    Test number
    630497070134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail104,103 miles (+9,334)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,103 miles
    Test number
    756465894633
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (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. Pass94,769 miles (+5,934)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    94,769 miles
    Test number
    557119619826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,835 miles (+13,182)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    88,835 miles
    Test number
    903223749731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,653 miles (+11,958)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    75,653 miles
    Test number
    351242106727
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass63,695 miles (+5,952)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    63,695 miles
    Test number
    618128153456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    57,743 miles
    Test number
    119942936338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail57,743 miles (+9,383)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,743 miles
    Test number
    477437765857
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  13. Pass48,360 miles (+4,956)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    48,360 miles
    Test number
    114109224778
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEml light on dash

  14. Pass43,404 miles (+5,265)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    43,404 miles
    Test number
    506957334398
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front headlight washer inop

  15. Pass38,139 miles (+2,268)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    38,139 miles
    Test number
    775350853319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,871 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    35,871 miles
    Test number
    915820573141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail35,871 miles (+5,776)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,871 miles
    Test number
    646089463109
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass30,095 miles (+5,762)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    30,095 miles
    Test number
    288031372136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,333 miles (+5,084)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    24,333 miles
    Test number
    718606961181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,249 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    19,249 miles
    Test number
    281075570111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB07 SXL

Does LB07 SXL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB07 SXL expired on 4 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB07 SXL?
The MOT on LB07 SXL expired on 4 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB07 SXL done?
LB07 SXL was recorded at 125,248 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2024, an average of 7,784 miles a year.
Has LB07 SXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB07 SXL has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LB07 SXL 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 SXL find?
LB07 SXL passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; offside front nail in tyre.

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