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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB57 LRKMOT history

LB57 LRK is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 168,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
168,678 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,646 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 LRK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 LRK was last recorded at 168,678 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 9,361 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,317 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
9,361 miles
Average per year
8,646 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,678 miles
  • 2025 – 159,317 miles
  • 2024 – 148,668 miles
  • 2023 – 141,462 miles
  • 2022 – 137,660 miles
  • 2021 – 131,132 miles
  • 2020 – 123,450 miles
  • 2019 – 117,211 miles
  • 2018 – 110,122 miles
  • 2017 – 100,045 miles
  • 2016 – 88,287 miles
  • 2015 – 60,392 miles
  • 2014 – 55,246 miles
  • 2013 – 47,838 miles
  • 2012 – 39,869 miles
  • 2011 – 32,542 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,678 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Outer drivers door handle sticks open

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,678 miles (+9,361)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    168,678 miles
    Test number
    911026640405
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass159,317 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    159,317 miles
    Test number
    992517038901
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  3. Fail159,317 miles (+10,649)2 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,317 miles
    Test number
    113704443278
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  4. Pass148,668 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    148,668 miles
    Test number
    995047257981
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer drivers door handle sticks open
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer drivers door handle sticks open
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTpms malfunction

  5. Fail148,664 miles (+7,202)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,664 miles
    Test number
    910167781624
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer drivers door handle sticks open
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer drivers door handle sticks open
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTpms malfunction

  6. Pass141,462 miles (+3,802)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    141,462 miles
    Test number
    704252255772
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated splitting (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre sidewall rubber damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension looking uneven in height
    • AdvisorySlight movement in front suspension

  7. Pass137,660 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    137,660 miles
    Test number
    529579123830
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear sub frame mounting chassis brace missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

  8. Fail157,879 miles (+26,747)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,879 miles
    Test number
    954726064009
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear sub frame mounting chassis brace missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring light on
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

  9. Pass131,132 miles (+7,682)1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    131,132 miles
    Test number
    722690151825
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted. Some components not visible.

  10. Pass123,450 miles (+6,239)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    123,450 miles
    Test number
    356698845365
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi deteriorated

  11. Pass117,211 miles (+7,089)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    117,211 miles
    Test number
    519846478743
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

  12. Pass110,122 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    110,122 miles
    Test number
    824471295585
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake Pad Wear Indicator Slightly Damaged

  13. Fail110,121 miles (+10,076)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,121 miles
    Test number
    890529067387
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake Pad Wear Indicator Slightly Damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel Bearing Not Checked Due Too Binding Brake

  14. Pass100,045 miles (+11,758)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    100,045 miles
    Test number
    218756580846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass88,287 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    88,287 miles
    Test number
    654849559988
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted at time of test

  16. Fail88,287 miles (+27,895)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,287 miles
    Test number
    513553836889
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40/18 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted at time of test

  17. Pass60,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    60,392 miles
    Test number
    699022686646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail60,392 miles (+27)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,392 miles
    Test number
    205153182108
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass60,365 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    60,365 miles
    Test number
    127493445430
    • NoteBad vibration felt at idle.
    • NoteLight on dash indicating Drive-off assistant failed.
    • NoteLight on dash indicating suspension control system failed.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has cuts in sidewall
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has cuts in sidewall

  20. Fail60,365 miles (+5,119)1 failure6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,365 miles
    Test number
    108431645426
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteBad vibration felt at idle.
    • NoteLight on dash indicating Drive-off assistant failed.
    • NoteLight on dash indicating suspension control system failed.
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cuts in sidewall
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has cuts in sidewall
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has cuts in sidewall

  21. Pass55,246 miles (+7,408)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    55,246 miles
    Test number
    818730324051
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass47,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    47,838 miles
    Test number
    109492033021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail47,838 miles (+7,969)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,838 miles
    Test number
    206432233047
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  24. Pass39,869 miles (+7,327)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    39,869 miles
    Test number
    948272432096
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass32,542 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    32,542 miles
    Test number
    365947201014
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Fail32,537 miles2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,537 miles
    Test number
    227677601000
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEmisions too lean

Questions about LB57 LRK

Does LB57 LRK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 LRK is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 LRK?
The MOT on LB57 LRK is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 LRK done?
LB57 LRK was recorded at 168,678 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 8,646 miles a year.
Has LB57 LRK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 LRK has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB57 LRK 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 LRK find?
LB57 LRK passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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