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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2015 · 2,993 cc

LB15 TFNMOT history

LB15 TFN is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Jul 2015. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 120,194 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
120,194 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
12,032 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB15 TFN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
21 Jul 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB15 TFN was last recorded at 120,194 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 11,816 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,378 miles · 31 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
11,816 miles
Average per year
12,032 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,194 miles
  • 2025 – 108,378 miles
  • 2024 – 92,719 miles
  • 2023 – 79,201 miles
  • 2022 – 66,520 miles
  • 2021 – 53,028 miles
  • 2020 – 39,651 miles
  • 2019 – 24,498 miles
  • 2018 – 21,304 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,194 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2026

Full MOT history

11 tests since 5 Jul 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,194 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    120,194 miles
    Test number
    108563654556
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail120,194 miles (+11,816)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,194 miles
    Test number
    140048649051
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Pass108,378 miles (+15,659)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    108,378 miles
    Test number
    152128701164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside steering tie rod
  4. Pass92,719 miles (+13,518)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    92,719 miles
    Test number
    161841761201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF banana arm hydra bush cracked and deteriorated however not resulting in excess movement. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OSF banana arm front hydra bush cracking and deteriorating, however not resulting in excess movement. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass79,201 miles (+211)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    79,201 miles
    Test number
    271587302397
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. Fail78,990 miles (+12,470)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,990 miles
    Test number
    640147148807
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  7. Pass66,520 miles (+13,492)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    66,520 miles
    Test number
    726158887837
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber dust gaiter split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber dust gaiter split
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass53,028 miles (+13,377)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    53,028 miles
    Test number
    361528483600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass39,651 miles (+15,153)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    39,651 miles
    Test number
    181285091023
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  10. Pass24,498 miles (+3,194)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    24,498 miles
    Test number
    175576326170
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass21,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    21,304 miles
    Test number
    413406172361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB15 TFN

Does LB15 TFN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB15 TFN is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB15 TFN?
The MOT on LB15 TFN is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB15 TFN done?
LB15 TFN was recorded at 120,194 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 12,032 miles a year.
Has LB15 TFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB15 TFN has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB15 TFN 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 TFN find?
LB15 TFN passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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