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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

LB15 FXMMOT history

LB15 FXM is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jun 2015. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 93,826 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
93,826 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,399 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB15 FXM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
30 Jun 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB15 FXM was last recorded at 93,826 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,824 miles · 11 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,399 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,826 miles
  • 2025 – 88,875 miles
  • 2024 – 81,847 miles
  • 2023 – 72,713 miles
  • 2022 – 63,960 miles
  • 2021 – 54,019 miles
  • 2020 – 45,795 miles
  • 2019 – 37,004 miles
  • 2018 – 28,888 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,826 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement castor (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement castor (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Rear diff damp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

11 tests since 19 Jun 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,826 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    93,826 miles
    Test number
    167302191978
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement castor (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement castor (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail93,824 miles (+4,949)2 dangerous1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,824 miles
    Test number
    177889561235
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement castor (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement castor (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass88,875 miles (+7,028)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    88,875 miles
    Test number
    980631641448
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Front 'D' Mounting Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rears Worn/Lightly Scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine has Slight Oil Seepge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Alloy Inner Rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Lower Main Arm and Inner Bush Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Low Outer Half (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Main Arm Inner Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on Outer Edge/Tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play Very Slight Play Both Sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rears Tread Near Limit (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass81,847 miles (+9,134)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    81,847 miles
    Test number
    307076915903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass72,713 miles (+8,753)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    72,713 miles
    Test number
    309765109620
    • AdvisoryRear diff damp

  6. Pass63,960 miles (+9,941)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2023
    Odometer
    63,960 miles
    Test number
    597132322945
    • AdvisoryRear diff damp

  7. Pass54,019 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2022
    Odometer
    54,019 miles
    Test number
    528466740116
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail54,019 miles (+8,224)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,019 miles
    Test number
    238488087268
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass45,795 miles (+8,791)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2021
    Odometer
    45,795 miles
    Test number
    456174064696
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass37,004 miles (+8,116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    37,004 miles
    Test number
    647371177922
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass28,888 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    28,888 miles
    Test number
    264905300627
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about LB15 FXM

Does LB15 FXM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB15 FXM is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB15 FXM?
The MOT on LB15 FXM is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB15 FXM done?
LB15 FXM was recorded at 93,826 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 8,399 miles a year.
Has LB15 FXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB15 FXM has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB15 FXM 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 LB15 FXM find?
LB15 FXM passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement castor; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement castor.

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