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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LB57 NKOMOT history

LB57 NKO is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Dec 2007. Its MOT expired on 16 Jan 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 199,142 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jan 2026
Mileage
199,142 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 NKO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
9 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 NKO was last recorded at 199,142 miles on 16 Jan 2025, 10,512 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,630 miles · 15 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
10,512 miles
Average per year
10,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 199,142 miles
  • 2024 – 188,630 miles
  • 2023 – 179,095 miles
  • 2021 – 170,334 miles
  • 2020 – 166,000 miles
  • 2019 – 152,699 miles
  • 2018 – 139,842 miles
  • 2017 – 127,029 miles
  • 2016 – 113,851 miles
  • 2015 – 108,986 miles
  • 2014 – 107,021 miles
  • 2012 – 87,557 miles
  • 2011 – 76,933 miles
  • 2010 – 55,263 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,142 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Park brake travel high

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 26 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,142 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    199,142 miles
    Test number
    430060275915
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail199,142 miles (+10,512)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,142 miles
    Test number
    373908373500
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass188,630 miles (+9,535)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    188,630 miles
    Test number
    232584033363
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass179,095 miles (+8,761)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    179,095 miles
    Test number
    519359998392
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass170,334 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    170,334 miles
    Test number
    737975451112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail170,291 miles (+4,291)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,291 miles
    Test number
    930797913972
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass166,000 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    166,000 miles
    Test number
    891296985104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPark brake travel high

  8. Fail166,000 miles (+13,301)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,000 miles
    Test number
    772437542384
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPark brake travel high

  9. Pass152,699 miles (+12,857)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    152,699 miles
    Test number
    940717802747
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass139,842 miles (+12,813)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    139,842 miles
    Test number
    910984421381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass127,029 miles (+13,178)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    127,029 miles
    Test number
    495698528835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass113,851 miles (+4,865)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    113,851 miles
    Test number
    832367948398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass108,986 miles (+1,965)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    108,986 miles
    Test number
    366456825043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass107,021 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    107,021 miles
    Test number
    687972214291
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail107,021 miles (+19,464)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,021 miles
    Test number
    288182314256
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass87,557 miles (+10,624)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    87,557 miles
    Test number
    188236882291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass76,933 miles (+2,691)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    76,933 miles
    Test number
    385036921335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass74,242 miles (+18,979)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    74,242 miles
    Test number
    578346461291
    • NoteEmission trigger point not met
    • NoteTrims fitted to outersills and underside

  19. Pass55,263 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    55,263 miles
    Test number
    531260430350
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteWashers poorly cleaning the screen

Questions about LB57 NKO

Does LB57 NKO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 NKO expired on 16 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 NKO?
The MOT on LB57 NKO expired on 16 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 NKO done?
LB57 NKO was recorded at 199,142 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2025, an average of 10,175 miles a year.
Has LB57 NKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 NKO has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB57 NKO 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 NKO find?
LB57 NKO passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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