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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LB10 LPEMOT history

LB10 LPE is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Jun 2010. Its MOT expired on 7 Mar 2026 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 161,762 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Mar 2026
Mileage
161,762 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2025
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,726 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB10 LPE
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
24 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB10 LPE was last recorded at 161,762 miles on 27 Feb 2025, 3,482 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,280 miles · 13 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
3,482 miles
Average per year
9,726 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 161,762 miles
  • 2024 – 158,280 miles
  • 2023 – 155,914 miles
  • 2022 – 148,519 miles
  • 2021 – 139,945 miles
  • 2020 – 132,671 miles
  • 2019 – 122,190 miles
  • 2018 – 110,858 miles
  • 2017 – 100,865 miles
  • 2016 – 85,394 miles
  • 2015 – 73,860 miles
  • 2014 – 61,325 miles
  • 2013 – 47,452 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,762 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,762 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    161,762 miles
    Test number
    814048590371
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail161,762 miles (+3,482)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,762 miles
    Test number
    600279369752
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass158,280 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    158,280 miles
    Test number
    109874290219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail158,279 miles (+2,365)2 major3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,279 miles
    Test number
    684426187604
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass155,914 miles (+7,395)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    155,914 miles
    Test number
    738783860330
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass148,519 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    148,519 miles
    Test number
    297749887164
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undertrays obscure items front to rear

  7. Fail148,519 miles (+8,574)3 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,519 miles
    Test number
    423442458855
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low Both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undertrays obscure items front to rear

  8. Pass139,945 miles (+7,274)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    139,945 miles
    Test number
    794474459326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass132,671 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    132,671 miles
    Test number
    964184330907
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail132,671 miles (+10,481)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,671 miles
    Test number
    835998332619
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass122,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    122,190 miles
    Test number
    989145179153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail122,190 miles (+11,332)4 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,190 miles
    Test number
    223402836532
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low both side front. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear lower exhaust shield loose

  13. Pass110,858 miles (+9,993)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    110,858 miles
    Test number
    341961710345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass100,865 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    100,865 miles
    Test number
    240449151031
    • AdvisoryUndertray covered in oil (possible engine oil leak)

  15. Fail100,865 miles (+15,471)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,865 miles
    Test number
    645808413056
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertray covered in oil (possible engine oil leak)

  16. Pass85,394 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    85,394 miles
    Test number
    710987037941
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  17. Fail85,386 miles (+11,526)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,386 miles
    Test number
    743800637167
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported clamp broken at front of exhaust (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  18. Pass73,860 miles (+12,535)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    73,860 miles
    Test number
    648967655031
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass61,325 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    61,325 miles
    Test number
    409707664052
    • NoteRear seat base insecure

  20. Fail61,325 miles (+13,873)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,325 miles
    Test number
    589767664077
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteRear seat base insecure

  21. Pass47,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    47,452 miles
    Test number
    226478343177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB10 LPE

Does LB10 LPE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB10 LPE expired on 7 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB10 LPE?
The MOT on LB10 LPE expired on 7 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB10 LPE done?
LB10 LPE was recorded at 161,762 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2025, an average of 9,726 miles a year.
Has LB10 LPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB10 LPE has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LB10 LPE 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 LPE find?
LB10 LPE passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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