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Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB57 NHZMOT history

LB57 NHZ is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Jan 2008. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 210,483 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Sept 2026
Mileage
210,483 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2025
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,620 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 NHZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 NHZ was last recorded at 210,483 miles on 29 Sept 2025, 261 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,222 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
261 miles
Average per year
10,620 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 210,483 miles
  • 2024 – 193,167 miles
  • 2023 – 178,589 miles
  • 2022 – 176,268 miles
  • 2021 – 167,717 miles
  • 2020 – 164,501 miles
  • 2019 – 155,898 miles
  • 2018 – 144,716 miles
  • 2017 – 119,998 miles
  • 2016 – 103,937 miles
  • 2015 – 94,866 miles
  • 2014 – 85,540 miles
  • 2013 – 79,905 miles
  • 2012 – 68,774 miles
  • 2011 – 54,172 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,483 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Central Front Exhaust system insecure FLEXIBLE SECTION DISINTEGRATED.

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front BOTH FRONT TYRES OUTER EDGES WEARING.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear BRAKE PAD WEAR SENSOR WIRE RUBBING THRU ON THE DRIVE SHAFT.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear SUBFRAME CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass210,483 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    210,483 miles
    Test number
    882738562780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail210,483 miles (+261)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,483 miles
    Test number
    964978028733
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust system insecure FLEXIBLE SECTION DISINTEGRATED. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront BOTH FRONT TYRES OUTER EDGES WEARING.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear BRAKE PAD WEAR SENSOR WIRE RUBBING THRU ON THE DRIVE SHAFT.
    • AdvisoryRear SUBFRAME CORRODED

  3. Fail210,222 miles (+17,055)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,222 miles
    Test number
    259537429394
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust system insecure FLEXIBLE SECTION DISINTEGRATED. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront BOTH FRONT TYRES OUTER EDGES WEARING.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear BRAKE PAD WEAR SENSOR WIRE RUBBING THRU ON THE DRIVE SHAFT.
    • AdvisoryRear SUBFRAME CORRODED

  4. Pass193,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    193,167 miles
    Test number
    952947737289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail193,167 miles (+569)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,167 miles
    Test number
    256773254694
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Fail192,598 miles (+14,009)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,598 miles
    Test number
    112646010313
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass178,589 miles (+2,321)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    178,589 miles
    Test number
    682795832686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass176,268 miles (+68)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    176,268 miles
    Test number
    735977816139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexy (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail176,200 miles (+8,483)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,200 miles
    Test number
    620519946204
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened front mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexy (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass167,717 miles (+3,216)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    167,717 miles
    Test number
    889634590725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass164,501 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    164,501 miles
    Test number
    294612978545
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail164,501 miles (+8,603)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,501 miles
    Test number
    341067294040
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass155,898 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    155,898 miles
    Test number
    691743812216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail155,839 miles (+11,123)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,839 miles
    Test number
    750569478311
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass144,716 miles (+24,718)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    144,716 miles
    Test number
    726010424226
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin @3mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass119,998 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    119,998 miles
    Test number
    701039667986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail119,995 miles (+16,058)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,995 miles
    Test number
    528548488985
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass103,937 miles (+9,071)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    103,937 miles
    Test number
    799209131546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass94,866 miles (+9,326)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    94,866 miles
    Test number
    427046455094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass85,540 miles (+5,635)2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    85,540 miles
    Test number
    845996334016
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront disc lipped
    • NoteNearside diff output seal leaking
    • NoteNearside rear flexy hose very slightly miss alined but not considered twisted

  21. Pass79,905 miles (+11,131)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    79,905 miles
    Test number
    317308253073
    • NoteFront pads low
    • NoteNsr diff seal leaking
    • NoteSmall chip in zone b of windscreen

  22. Pass68,774 miles (+14,602)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    68,774 miles
    Test number
    365191562075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass54,172 miles (+202)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    54,172 miles
    Test number
    185024311441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail53,970 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,970 miles
    Test number
    206083301009
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LB57 NHZ

Does LB57 NHZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 NHZ expired on 29 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 NHZ?
The MOT on LB57 NHZ expired on 29 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 NHZ done?
LB57 NHZ was recorded at 210,483 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2025, an average of 10,620 miles a year.
Has LB57 NHZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 NHZ has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB57 NHZ 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 NHZ find?
LB57 NHZ passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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