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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LB57 GWGMOT history

LB57 GWG is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Dec 2007. Its MOT expired on 20 Mar 2023 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 109,644 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Mar 2023
Mileage
109,644 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2022
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,511 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 GWG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
6 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 GWG was last recorded at 109,644 miles on 21 Mar 2022, 4,786 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Nov 2019: 10,928 miles, lower than 93,332 miles on 3 Nov 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
104,858 miles · 18 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
4,786 miles
Average per year
6,511 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 109,644 miles
  • 2021 – 104,858 miles
  • 2019 – 100,948 miles
  • 2017 – 93,332 miles
  • 2016 – 84,337 miles
  • 2015 – 83,287 miles
  • 2014 – 76,191 miles
  • 2013 – 67,940 miles
  • 2012 – 58,106 miles
  • 2011 – 50,309 miles
  • 2010 – 35,719 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,644 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material plastic sheath bubbled, recommend inspection of pipe under it (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted and corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,644 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    109,644 miles
    Test number
    296313593922
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material plastic sheath bubbled, recommend inspection of pipe under it (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted and corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail109,644 miles (+4,786)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,644 miles
    Test number
    350376678737
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material plastic sheath bubbled, recommend inspection of pipe under it (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted and corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass104,858 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    104,858 miles
    Test number
    812067508867
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted fronts (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both fronts (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Fail104,858 miles (+3,910)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,858 miles
    Test number
    883162779650
    • DangerousOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted fronts (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both fronts (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass100,948 miles (+90,020)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    100,948 miles
    Test number
    780354959761
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail10,928 miles (-82,404)2 dangerous8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,928 miles
    Test number
    602698467590
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut in tread exposing cords as marked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test mirror hangers blocking drivers view
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass93,332 miles (+8,995)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    93,332 miles
    Test number
    181256590456
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush outer (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEml light illuminated

  8. Pass84,337 miles (+1,050)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    84,337 miles
    Test number
    298571425588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass83,287 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    83,287 miles
    Test number
    385409517174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner tyre worn

  10. Fail83,287 miles (+7,096)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,287 miles
    Test number
    860369883397
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed tread area (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner tyre worn

  11. Pass76,191 miles (+43)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    76,191 miles
    Test number
    576186744321
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteEngine m.i.l lluminated
    • NoteN/s/r seat belt not checked due to child seat
    • NoteUnderside covered making inspection difficult

  12. Fail76,148 miles (+8,208)3 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,148 miles
    Test number
    917123344378
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteEngine m.i.l lluminated
    • NoteN/s/r seat belt not checked due to child seat
    • NoteUnderside covered making inspection difficult

  13. Pass67,940 miles (+9,834)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    67,940 miles
    Test number
    847586733315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,106 miles (+7,797)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    58,106 miles
    Test number
    677072742378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,309 miles (+14,590)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    50,309 miles
    Test number
    456656721338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  16. Pass35,719 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    35,719 miles
    Test number
    854814210306
    • NoteO/S/F tyre bald on inner edge and tyre tread cracking

  17. Fail35,686 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,686 miles
    Test number
    372254110353
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteO/S/F tyre bald on inner edge and tyre tread cracking

Questions about LB57 GWG

Does LB57 GWG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 GWG expired on 20 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 GWG?
The MOT on LB57 GWG expired on 20 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 GWG done?
LB57 GWG was recorded at 109,644 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2022, an average of 6,511 miles a year.
Has LB57 GWG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 GWG has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LB57 GWG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Nov 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB57 GWG find?
LB57 GWG passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2022 with 3 advisories: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material plastic sheath bubbled, recommend inspection of pipe under it; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted and corroded on inner face; offside rear inner brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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