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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LB10 AHFMOT history

LB10 AHF is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Jun 2010. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 230,269 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
230,269 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,079 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB10 AHF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
10 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB10 AHF was last recorded at 230,269 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 3,484 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
226,785 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,484 miles
Average per year
10,079 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 230,269 miles
  • 2025 – 226,785 miles
  • 2024 – 222,602 miles
  • 2023 – 219,117 miles
  • 2022 – 211,779 miles
  • 2021 – 204,498 miles
  • 2020 – 198,424 miles
  • 2019 – 191,309 miles
  • 2018 – 181,452 miles
  • 2017 – 169,177 miles
  • 2016 – 157,258 miles
  • 2015 – 137,926 miles
  • 2014 – 117,901 miles
  • 2013 – 97,901 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass230,269 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various areas surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass230,269 miles (+3,484)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    230,269 miles
    Test number
    114168335967
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various areas surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass226,785 miles (+4,183)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    226,785 miles
    Test number
    769137095513
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass222,602 miles (+3,485)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    222,602 miles
    Test number
    713943843231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass219,117 miles (+18)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    219,117 miles
    Test number
    133996789959
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail219,099 miles (+7,320)4 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,099 miles
    Test number
    490079826955
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass211,779 miles4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    211,779 miles
    Test number
    304106693570
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail211,779 miles (+7,281)1 major2 repaired4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,779 miles
    Test number
    966776939655
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass204,498 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    204,498 miles
    Test number
    730550736420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail204,496 miles (+6,072)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,496 miles
    Test number
    651159037614
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass198,424 miles (+245)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    198,424 miles
    Test number
    858959907097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn very close to minimum of 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryParking brake has very little reserve travel left

  11. Fail198,179 miles (+6,870)1 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,179 miles
    Test number
    696656713654
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn very close to minimum of 1.5mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryParking brake has very little reserve travel left

  12. Pass191,309 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    191,309 miles
    Test number
    474141902714
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryN/s/f mirror duck tapped

  13. Fail191,309 miles (+9,857)2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,309 miles
    Test number
    376431474854
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryN/s/f mirror duck tapped

  14. Pass181,452 miles (+70)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    181,452 miles
    Test number
    716968367683
    • AdvisoryGear box leak

  15. Fail181,382 miles (+12,205)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,382 miles
    Test number
    533128549684
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from transmission posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

  16. Pass169,177 miles (+11,919)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    169,177 miles
    Test number
    349141560009
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  17. Pass157,258 miles (+19,332)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    157,258 miles
    Test number
    427961688771
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass137,926 miles (+305)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    137,926 miles
    Test number
    649884595198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail137,621 miles (+19,720)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,621 miles
    Test number
    928255985197
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass117,901 miles (+20,000)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    117,901 miles
    Test number
    777826684157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass97,901 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    97,901 miles
    Test number
    789787883131
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB10 AHF

Does LB10 AHF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB10 AHF is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB10 AHF?
The MOT on LB10 AHF is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB10 AHF done?
LB10 AHF was recorded at 230,269 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 10,079 miles a year.
Has LB10 AHF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB10 AHF has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LB10 AHF 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 LB10 AHF find?
LB10 AHF passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various areas surface corrosion.

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