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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LB10 VCAMOT history

LB10 VCA is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Jul 2010. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 139,917 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
139,917 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,102 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB10 VCA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
8 Jul 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB10 VCA was last recorded at 139,917 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 1,282 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,635 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,282 miles
Average per year
9,102 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,917 miles
  • 2025 – 138,635 miles
  • 2024 – 130,177 miles
  • 2023 – 126,759 miles
  • 2022 – 124,805 miles
  • 2021 – 120,276 miles
  • 2020 – 114,612 miles
  • 2019 – 108,261 miles
  • 2018 – 96,770 miles
  • 2017 – 89,352 miles
  • 2016 – 78,130 miles
  • 2015 – 57,316 miles
  • 2014 – 37,585 miles
  • 2013 – 18,376 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,917 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Under covers fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,917 miles (+1,282)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    139,917 miles
    Test number
    479356490106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass138,635 miles (+61)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    138,635 miles
    Test number
    174367709974
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Rear most coupling onto final drive unit (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTPMS lamp on

  3. Fail138,574 miles (+8,397)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,574 miles
    Test number
    458085573618
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass130,177 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    130,177 miles
    Test number
    993251416583
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail130,177 miles (+3,418)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,177 miles
    Test number
    716891638526
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin very close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass126,759 miles (+6)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    126,759 miles
    Test number
    311212036320
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail126,753 miles (+1,948)1 dangerous2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,753 miles
    Test number
    294743863275
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass124,805 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    124,805 miles
    Test number
    935855242225
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLong parking brake travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm 2055516 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail124,805 miles (+4,529)1 dangerous1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,805 miles
    Test number
    940631638152
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2055516 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLong parking brake travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm and perished tread 2055516 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm 2055516 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS on

  10. Pass120,276 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    120,276 miles
    Test number
    972575953112
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail120,276 miles (+5,664)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,276 miles
    Test number
    823772847938
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass114,612 miles (+6,351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    114,612 miles
    Test number
    321630392171
    • AdvisoryBOTTOM COVERS FITTED

  13. Pass108,261 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    108,261 miles
    Test number
    548617171592
    • AdvisoryUndercovers fitted

  14. Fail108,261 miles (+11,491)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,261 miles
    Test number
    323030803390
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndercovers fitted

  15. Pass96,770 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    96,770 miles
    Test number
    134972816937
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  16. Fail96,770 miles (+7,418)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,770 miles
    Test number
    681588568944
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  17. Pass89,352 miles (+11,222)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    89,352 miles
    Test number
    486843724604
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  18. Pass78,130 miles (+20,814)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    78,130 miles
    Test number
    744158841053
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  19. Pass57,316 miles (+19,731)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    57,316 miles
    Test number
    417043915185
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass37,585 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    37,585 miles
    Test number
    669142714145
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail37,585 miles (+19,209)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,585 miles
    Test number
    418012414135
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass18,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    18,376 miles
    Test number
    558933243112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,376 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    18,376 miles
    Test number
    386253243170
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about LB10 VCA

Does LB10 VCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB10 VCA is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB10 VCA?
The MOT on LB10 VCA is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB10 VCA done?
LB10 VCA was recorded at 139,917 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 9,102 miles a year.
Has LB10 VCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB10 VCA has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB10 VCA 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 VCA find?
LB10 VCA passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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