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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LB07 VNJMOT history

LB07 VNJ is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Jul 2007. Its MOT expired on 5 Dec 2024 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 193,720 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Dec 2024
Mileage
193,720 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2023
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,989 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB07 VNJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
6 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB07 VNJ was last recorded at 193,720 miles on 2 Dec 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,718 miles · 30 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
11,989 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 193,720 miles
  • 2022 – 179,512 miles
  • 2021 – 160,581 miles
  • 2020 – 142,708 miles
  • 2019 – 126,892 miles
  • 2018 – 97,435 miles
  • 2017 – 77,738 miles
  • 2016 – 66,378 miles
  • 2015 – 61,676 miles
  • 2014 – 57,891 miles
  • 2013 – 52,824 miles
  • 2011 – 45,270 miles
  • 2010 – 32,976 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,720 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass193,720 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    193,720 miles
    Test number
    431066977735
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail193,718 miles (+14,206)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,718 miles
    Test number
    163748637546
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass179,512 miles (+18,931)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    179,512 miles
    Test number
    412734977563
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass160,581 miles (+17,873)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    160,581 miles
    Test number
    168132375057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass142,708 miles (+15,816)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    142,708 miles
    Test number
    908510921061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass126,892 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    126,892 miles
    Test number
    869841443135
    • 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))

  7. Fail126,892 miles (+29,457)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,892 miles
    Test number
    933156894512
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • 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))

  8. Pass97,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    97,435 miles
    Test number
    524256757924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail97,435 miles (+7,600)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,435 miles
    Test number
    369188589614
    • Repaired at testBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass89,835 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    89,835 miles
    Test number
    814884665161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail89,833 miles (+12,095)3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,833 miles
    Test number
    320473246076
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  12. Pass77,738 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    77,738 miles
    Test number
    789958544663
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / under trays fitted obscuring view to some components
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail77,736 miles (+11,358)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,736 miles
    Test number
    573562746160
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / under trays fitted obscuring view to some components
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass66,378 miles (+4,702)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    66,378 miles
    Test number
    424155249994
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pad warning wire insecure

  15. Pass61,676 miles (+3,785)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    61,676 miles
    Test number
    956388045046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    57,891 miles
    Test number
    235560854019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail57,891 miles (+5,067)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,891 miles
    Test number
    886422544003
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  18. Pass52,824 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    52,824 miles
    Test number
    745287003059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail52,824 miles (+7,554)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,824 miles
    Test number
    455227503032
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass45,270 miles (+12,294)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    45,270 miles
    Test number
    566509751163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    32,976 miles
    Test number
    264267780105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB07 VNJ

Does LB07 VNJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB07 VNJ expired on 5 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB07 VNJ?
The MOT on LB07 VNJ expired on 5 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB07 VNJ done?
LB07 VNJ was recorded at 193,720 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2023, an average of 11,989 miles a year.
Has LB07 VNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB07 VNJ has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LB07 VNJ 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 VNJ find?
LB07 VNJ passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2023 with 1 advisory: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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