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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LB57 RYYMOT history

LB57 RYY is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 201,703 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
201,703 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,223 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 RYY
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
21 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 RYY was last recorded at 201,703 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 26,104 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,599 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
26,104 miles
Average per year
10,223 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 201,703 miles
  • 2025 – 175,599 miles
  • 2024 – 174,496 miles
  • 2022 – 165,013 miles
  • 2020 – 146,355 miles
  • 2019 – 135,894 miles
  • 2017 – 122,181 miles
  • 2016 – 101,170 miles
  • 2015 – 91,304 miles
  • 2014 – 81,150 miles
  • 2013 – 70,378 miles
  • 2012 – 60,522 miles
  • 2010 – 41,963 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,703 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 23 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,703 miles (+26,104)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    201,703 miles
    Test number
    838131281948
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass175,599 miles (+1,103)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    175,599 miles
    Test number
    728101973701
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog N/W

  3. Pass174,496 miles (+9,483)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    174,496 miles
    Test number
    679483469394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass165,013 miles (+2)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    165,013 miles
    Test number
    417739359253
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount notchy (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail165,011 miles (+18,656)1 dangerous8 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,011 miles
    Test number
    359631453405
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 265/30/19 93Y XL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted Retaining clip missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass146,355 miles (+10,461)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    146,355 miles
    Test number
    313814426758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass135,894 miles (+44)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    135,894 miles
    Test number
    411317821482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon standard suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryParking brake just met requirements

  8. Fail135,850 miles (+8)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,850 miles
    Test number
    827316961403
    • DangerousFront Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible adjustable suspension set too low so springs loose in housings when suspension is extended (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative leveler link not attached to suspension arm (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front am joint loose/worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail135,842 miles (+13,661)2 dangerous9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,842 miles
    Test number
    480782909867
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r shock absorber cover loose
    • AdvisorySuspension lowered all round

  10. Pass122,181 miles (+21,011)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    122,181 miles
    Test number
    983980747957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass101,170 miles (+9,866)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    101,170 miles
    Test number
    965385061290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass91,304 miles (+10,154)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    91,304 miles
    Test number
    499168045127
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass81,150 miles (+10,772)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    81,150 miles
    Test number
    305108044120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail70,378 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,378 miles
    Test number
    179704183075
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass70,378 miles (+9,856)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    70,378 miles
    Test number
    596674983063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,522 miles (+18,559)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    60,522 miles
    Test number
    187386082474
    • NoteN/s/r tyre is close to leagall limit (3mm)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre is perished
    • NoteO/s/r tyre is close to leagall limit (3mm)

  17. Pass41,963 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    41,963 miles
    Test number
    991567520387
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB57 RYY

Does LB57 RYY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 RYY is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 RYY?
The MOT on LB57 RYY is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 RYY done?
LB57 RYY was recorded at 201,703 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 10,223 miles a year.
Has LB57 RYY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 RYY has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LB57 RYY 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 RYY find?
LB57 RYY passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play.

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