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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB57 FDZMOT history

LB57 FDZ is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Feb 2008. Its MOT expired on 28 Apr 2024 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 144,884 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Apr 2024
Mileage
144,884 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2023
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,802 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 FDZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 FDZ was last recorded at 144,884 miles on 27 Apr 2023, 3,002 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,882 miles · 26 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
3,002 miles
Average per year
6,802 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 144,884 miles
  • 2022 – 139,148 miles
  • 2021 – 135,292 miles
  • 2020 – 132,010 miles
  • 2018 – 130,791 miles
  • 2017 – 124,900 miles
  • 2016 – 119,855 miles
  • 2015 – 114,015 miles
  • 2014 – 105,337 miles
  • 2013 – 97,391 miles
  • 2012 – 77,909 miles
  • 2011 – 62,404 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,884 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryDamage to front and rear bumpersRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 12 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,884 miles (+3,002)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    144,884 miles
    Test number
    680864939847
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to front and rear bumpers

  2. Fail141,882 miles (+2,734)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,882 miles
    Test number
    650633192739
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDamage to front and rear bumpers

  3. Pass139,148 miles (+3,856)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    139,148 miles
    Test number
    268731425620
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight damage to front and rear bumpers

  4. Pass135,292 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    135,292 miles
    Test number
    400227730874
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged.
    • 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 Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail135,292 miles (+3,282)1 dangerous2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,292 miles
    Test number
    677423179985
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached top of strut shaft not securely fitted to top mount. (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged.
    • 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 Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass132,010 miles (+1)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    132,010 miles
    Test number
    418024085358
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail132,009 miles (+1,218)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,009 miles
    Test number
    189013123938
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass130,791 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    130,791 miles
    Test number
    315893838387
    • 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))

  9. Fail130,791 miles (+5,891)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,791 miles
    Test number
    954455921350
    • DangerousOffside Front Coil spring missing and directional control affected (5.3.1 (c) (ii))
    • 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. Pass124,900 miles (+5,045)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    124,900 miles
    Test number
    932791458792
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses starting to perish
    • AdvisorySlight wear in rear lower suspension hub bushes

  11. Pass119,855 miles (+5,840)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    119,855 miles
    Test number
    483817961201
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses starting to perish
    • AdvisorySlight damage to front number plate
    • AdvisorySlight movement in rear lower suspension/hub bushes
    • AdvisorySlight wear and corrosion on front brake discs

  12. Pass114,015 miles (+120)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    114,015 miles
    Test number
    245237325249
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteRear pads wearing low
    • NoteSlight play in rear suspension bushes
    • NoteSlight wear and corrosion on front brake discs

  13. Fail113,895 miles (+8,558)1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,895 miles
    Test number
    395173725499
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteRear pads wearing low
    • NoteSlight play in rear suspension bushes
    • NoteSlight wear and corrosion on front brake discs

  14. Pass105,337 miles (+7,946)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    105,337 miles
    Test number
    537505524268
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing outer edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  15. Pass97,391 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    97,391 miles
    Test number
    785451823201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail97,373 miles (+19,464)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,373 miles
    Test number
    308588913458
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass77,909 miles (+139)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    77,909 miles
    Test number
    726514892192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,770 miles (+15,366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    77,770 miles
    Test number
    716249582088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass62,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    62,404 miles
    Test number
    778181371087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 FDZ

Does LB57 FDZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 FDZ expired on 28 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 FDZ?
The MOT on LB57 FDZ expired on 28 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 FDZ done?
LB57 FDZ was recorded at 144,884 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2023, an average of 6,802 miles a year.
Has LB57 FDZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 FDZ has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LB57 FDZ 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 FDZ find?
LB57 FDZ passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2023 with 7 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall damaged; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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