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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LB57 NKXMOT history

LB57 NKX is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Dec 2007. Its MOT expired on 9 Sept 2024 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 165,865 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Sept 2024
Mileage
165,865 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2023
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,260 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 NKX
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
18 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 NKX was last recorded at 165,865 miles on 8 Sept 2023, 14,789 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Dec 2015: 109,169 miles, lower than 176,963 miles on 5 Jan 2015.

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
151,076 miles · 10 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
14,789 miles
Average per year
3,260 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 165,865 miles
  • 2022 – 151,076 miles
  • 2021 – 150,142 miles
  • 2020 – 143,611 miles
  • 2019 – 134,863 miles
  • 2018 – 126,157 miles
  • 2017 – 118,348 miles
  • 2015 – 109,169 miles
  • 2014 – 165,336 miles
  • 2013 – 154,484 miles
  • 2011 – 137,138 miles
  • 2010 – 124,088 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,865 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm left

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,865 miles (+14,789)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    165,865 miles
    Test number
    866598997056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass151,076 miles (+934)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    151,076 miles
    Test number
    157851560215
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass150,142 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    150,142 miles
    Test number
    680294189678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail150,135 miles (+6,524)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,135 miles
    Test number
    504006169139
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass143,611 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    143,611 miles
    Test number
    653372752680
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm left (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Fail143,605 miles (+8,742)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,605 miles
    Test number
    535986413806
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45ZR17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm left (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass134,863 miles (+8,706)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    134,863 miles
    Test number
    387629025790
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass126,157 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    126,157 miles
    Test number
    416384609519
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Fail126,157 miles (+7,809)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,157 miles
    Test number
    928885359043
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass118,348 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    118,348 miles
    Test number
    427101784482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail118,342 miles (+9,173)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,342 miles
    Test number
    809862186743
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick SEE ADVISORY (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass109,169 miles (-67,794)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    109,169 miles
    Test number
    908600259212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass176,963 miles (+11,627)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    176,963 miles
    Test number
    597805905040
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCut in o/s/f outer tyre wall.
    • NoteFront brakes look to be getting low.

  14. Fail165,336 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,336 miles
    Test number
    478189304044
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass165,336 miles (+10,852)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    165,336 miles
    Test number
    918909504005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass154,484 miles (+17,346)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    154,484 miles
    Test number
    356800333085
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  17. Pass137,138 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    137,138 miles
    Test number
    777916921384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail137,138 miles (+13,050)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,138 miles
    Test number
    456886621347
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass124,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    124,088 miles
    Test number
    112469410325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 NKX

Does LB57 NKX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 NKX expired on 9 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 NKX?
The MOT on LB57 NKX expired on 9 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 NKX done?
LB57 NKX was recorded at 165,865 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2023, an average of 3,260 miles a year.
Has LB57 NKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 NKX has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LB57 NKX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Dec 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB57 NKX find?
LB57 NKX passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2023 with 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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