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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LB57 BWUMOT history

LB57 BWU is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Nov 2007. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2024 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 139,030 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Nov 2024
Mileage
139,030 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2023
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,329 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 BWU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
29 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 BWU was last recorded at 139,030 miles on 22 Nov 2023, 3,988 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,042 miles · 22 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
3,988 miles
Average per year
8,329 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 139,030 miles
  • 2022 – 135,042 miles
  • 2021 – 128,301 miles
  • 2020 – 122,612 miles
  • 2019 – 110,335 miles
  • 2018 – 100,947 miles
  • 2017 – 91,170 miles
  • 2016 – 82,968 miles
  • 2015 – 76,864 miles
  • 2014 – 69,990 miles
  • 2013 – 67,273 miles
  • 2012 – 53,063 miles
  • 2011 – 37,308 miles
  • 2010 – 30,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,030 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,030 miles (+3,988)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    139,030 miles
    Test number
    190304365531
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass135,042 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    135,042 miles
    Test number
    864256726794
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail135,042 miles (+6,741)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,042 miles
    Test number
    402120122824
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass128,301 miles (+5,689)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    128,301 miles
    Test number
    731435207530
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight wear inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight wear inner (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass122,612 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    122,612 miles
    Test number
    651765125581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail122,596 miles (+12,261)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,596 miles
    Test number
    614463750556
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  7. Pass110,335 miles (+9,388)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    110,335 miles
    Test number
    356814678709
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass100,947 miles (+104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    100,947 miles
    Test number
    135842751576
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  9. Fail100,843 miles (+9,673)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,843 miles
    Test number
    270267281395
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp

  10. Pass91,170 miles (+8,202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    91,170 miles
    Test number
    483898965446
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outter (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass82,968 miles (+6,104)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    82,968 miles
    Test number
    624949932169
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted

  12. Pass76,864 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    76,864 miles
    Test number
    575125355107
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  13. Fail76,862 miles (+6,872)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,862 miles
    Test number
    227665455437
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  14. Pass69,990 miles (+2,717)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    69,990 miles
    Test number
    265100464130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,273 miles (+14,210)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    67,273 miles
    Test number
    406764823301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,063 miles (+15,755)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    53,063 miles
    Test number
    349062732387
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise wiper blades smearing screen

  17. Pass37,308 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    37,308 miles
    Test number
    359852021351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail37,286 miles (+6,532)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,286 miles
    Test number
    776971421349
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass30,754 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    30,754 miles
    Test number
    644196320335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail30,696 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,696 miles
    Test number
    783853720364
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB57 BWU

Does LB57 BWU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 BWU expired on 21 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 BWU?
The MOT on LB57 BWU expired on 21 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 BWU done?
LB57 BWU was recorded at 139,030 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2023, an average of 8,329 miles a year.
Has LB57 BWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 BWU has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LB57 BWU 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 LB57 BWU find?
LB57 BWU passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect: offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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