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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LB57 PCZMOT history

LB57 PCZ is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Dec 2007. Its MOT expired on 9 Sept 2025 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 117,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Sept 2025
Mileage
117,791 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2024
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,338 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 PCZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
18 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 PCZ was last recorded at 117,791 miles on 10 Sept 2024, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,786 miles · 8 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
7,338 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 117,791 miles
  • 2022 – 106,880 miles
  • 2021 – 101,442 miles
  • 2020 – 95,385 miles
  • 2019 – 87,385 miles
  • 2017 – 68,470 miles
  • 2016 – 52,552 miles
  • 2015 – 45,641 miles
  • 2014 – 37,065 miles
  • 2013 – 34,233 miles
  • 2012 – 28,057 miles
  • 2011 – 22,407 miles
  • 2010 – 16,897 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,791 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

16 tests since 11 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,791 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    117,791 miles
    Test number
    294357365873
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail117,786 miles (+10,906)1 dangerous7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,786 miles
    Test number
    740455142868
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Vehicle overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass106,880 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    106,880 miles
    Test number
    915992866010
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail106,880 miles (+5,438)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,880 miles
    Test number
    647282783085
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass101,442 miles (+6,057)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    101,442 miles
    Test number
    310228585479
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Flexible Section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass95,385 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    95,385 miles
    Test number
    973372683431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail95,357 miles (+7,972)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,357 miles
    Test number
    207432978637
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass87,385 miles (+18,915)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    87,385 miles
    Test number
    987139892095
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))

  9. Pass68,470 miles (+15,918)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    68,470 miles
    Test number
    817894467657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass52,552 miles (+6,911)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    52,552 miles
    Test number
    889818882934
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass45,641 miles (+8,576)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    45,641 miles
    Test number
    248497905198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,065 miles (+2,832)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    37,065 miles
    Test number
    846489604111
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass34,233 miles (+6,176)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    34,233 miles
    Test number
    329734333331
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside hand brake requires adjustment

  14. Pass28,057 miles (+5,650)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    28,057 miles
    Test number
    496793742333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass22,407 miles (+5,510)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    22,407 miles
    Test number
    607147331323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,897 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    16,897 miles
    Test number
    500445340375
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB57 PCZ

Does LB57 PCZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 PCZ expired on 9 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 PCZ?
The MOT on LB57 PCZ expired on 9 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 PCZ done?
LB57 PCZ was recorded at 117,791 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2024, an average of 7,338 miles a year.
Has LB57 PCZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 PCZ has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LB57 PCZ 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 PCZ find?
LB57 PCZ passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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