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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LB57 GWZMOT history

LB57 GWZ is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Dec 2007. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 108,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2026
Mileage
108,248 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,718 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 GWZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
10 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 GWZ was last recorded at 108,248 miles on 26 Sept 2025, 490 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Oct 2015: 63,067 miles, lower than 65,702 miles on 28 Oct 2014.

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
107,758 miles · 15 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
490 miles
Average per year
5,718 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 108,248 miles
  • 2024 – 107,758 miles
  • 2023 – 104,862 miles
  • 2021 – 103,040 miles
  • 2020 – 101,634 miles
  • 2019 – 96,974 miles
  • 2018 – 90,361 miles
  • 2017 – 84,804 miles
  • 2016 – 78,912 miles
  • 2015 – 73,171 miles
  • 2014 – 65,702 miles
  • 2013 – 54,562 miles
  • 2012 – 44,181 miles
  • 2011 – 30,202 miles
  • 2010 – 23,751 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,248 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and rears (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass108,248 miles (+490)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    108,248 miles
    Test number
    131143105403
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded

  2. Pass107,758 miles (+2,896)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    107,758 miles
    Test number
    518775494677
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened slight play (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass104,862 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    104,862 miles
    Test number
    144067669768
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail104,861 miles (+1,821)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,861 miles
    Test number
    625112554016
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass103,040 miles (+1,406)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    103,040 miles
    Test number
    761586408333
    • AdvisoryLower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear plates (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush play in bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass101,634 miles (+31)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    101,634 miles
    Test number
    276007562191
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail101,603 miles (+4,629)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,603 miles
    Test number
    223490099943
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass96,974 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    96,974 miles
    Test number
    233573522866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail96,972 miles (+6,611)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,972 miles
    Test number
    621223646132
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass90,361 miles (+5,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    90,361 miles
    Test number
    593073734623
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass84,804 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    84,804 miles
    Test number
    763820191292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail84,804 miles (+5,892)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,804 miles
    Test number
    851335870781
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass78,912 miles (+5,741)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    78,912 miles
    Test number
    713477953970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,171 miles (+10,104)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    73,171 miles
    Test number
    571265096849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail63,067 miles (-2,635)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,067 miles
    Test number
    693473902760
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass65,702 miles (+11,140)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    65,702 miles
    Test number
    968151604309
    • NoteBoth number plates starting to deteriorate
    • NoteNsr shocker slight leak

  17. Pass54,562 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    54,562 miles
    Test number
    106209283230
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Fail54,560 miles (+10,379)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,560 miles
    Test number
    258597183291
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBrake warning light on , on dash

  19. Pass44,181 miles (+13,979)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    44,181 miles
    Test number
    816202442333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    30,202 miles
    Test number
    208699231318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail30,202 miles (+6,451)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,202 miles
    Test number
    917779131326
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass23,751 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    23,751 miles
    Test number
    164161750355
    • NoteN/side rear & o/side front tyres worn to the limit

Questions about LB57 GWZ

Does LB57 GWZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 GWZ expired on 25 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 GWZ?
The MOT on LB57 GWZ expired on 25 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 GWZ done?
LB57 GWZ was recorded at 108,248 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2025, an average of 5,718 miles a year.
Has LB57 GWZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 GWZ has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LB57 GWZ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Oct 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB57 GWZ find?
LB57 GWZ passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and rears; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively; rear suspension corroded.

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