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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LB57 GYWMOT history

LB57 GYW is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Dec 2007. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2023 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 156,938 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Apr 2023
Mileage
156,938 mi
At MOT on 12 Apr 2022
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,360 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 GYW
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
3 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 GYW was last recorded at 156,938 miles on 12 Apr 2022, 9,975 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,963 miles · 18 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
9,975 miles
Average per year
10,360 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 156,938 miles
  • 2021 – 146,963 miles
  • 2020 – 136,257 miles
  • 2019 – 135,886 miles
  • 2018 – 126,438 miles
  • 2017 – 113,117 miles
  • 2016 – 108,103 miles
  • 2015 – 103,687 miles
  • 2014 – 91,371 miles
  • 2013 – 67,057 miles
  • 2012 – 53,812 miles
  • 2011 – 40,321 miles
  • 2010 – 38,633 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,938 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass156,938 miles (+9,975)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    156,938 miles
    Test number
    137381993093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass146,963 miles (+10,706)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    146,963 miles
    Test number
    401221194400
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass136,257 miles (+233)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    136,257 miles
    Test number
    822355341236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside sidelight led bulbs working but intermitt

  4. Fail136,024 miles (+138)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,024 miles
    Test number
    821165582008
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter obviously defective (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  5. Fail135,886 miles (+9,448)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,886 miles
    Test number
    203786662060
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass126,438 miles (+13,321)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    126,438 miles
    Test number
    695002220738
    • AdvisoryRear both brake pads low

  7. Pass113,117 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    113,117 miles
    Test number
    867079568491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail113,101 miles (+4,998)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,101 miles
    Test number
    487114099281
    • FailureEmissions not tested misfire (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass108,103 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    108,103 miles
    Test number
    350883428610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail108,075 miles (+4,388)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,075 miles
    Test number
    748305537725
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass103,687 miles (+12,316)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    103,687 miles
    Test number
    505000250184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber dust covers damaged

  12. Pass91,371 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    91,371 miles
    Test number
    299574944326
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Fail91,371 miles (+12,386)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,371 miles
    Test number
    728093144323
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass78,985 miles (+11,928)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    78,985 miles
    Test number
    296580424059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,057 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    67,057 miles
    Test number
    105382023448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail67,045 miles (+13,233)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,045 miles
    Test number
    325688313029
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteEML on

  17. Pass53,812 miles (+13,491)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    53,812 miles
    Test number
    767727412012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNSR/OSR tyres slightly perished on inner walls

  18. Pass40,321 miles (+1,688)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    40,321 miles
    Test number
    989759711028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail38,633 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,633 miles
    Test number
    533644910373
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Questions about LB57 GYW

Does LB57 GYW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 GYW expired on 11 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 GYW?
The MOT on LB57 GYW expired on 11 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 GYW done?
LB57 GYW was recorded at 156,938 miles at its MOT on 12 Apr 2022, an average of 10,360 miles a year.
Has LB57 GYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 GYW has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on LB57 GYW 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 GYW find?
LB57 GYW passed its latest MOT on 12 Apr 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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