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BMW 3 Series

Red · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB57 RZFMOT history

LB57 RZF is a red diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 133,502 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
133,502 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 RZF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 RZF was last recorded at 133,502 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 2,434 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,068 miles · 2 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,434 miles
Average per year
5,883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,502 miles
  • 2025 – 131,068 miles
  • 2024 – 126,368 miles
  • 2023 – 116,694 miles
  • 2022 – 107,932 miles
  • 2021 – 103,455 miles
  • 2020 – 98,553 miles
  • 2019 – 93,590 miles
  • 2018 – 91,456 miles
  • 2017 – 88,443 miles
  • 2016 – 85,305 miles
  • 2015 – 81,509 miles
  • 2014 – 74,917 miles
  • 2013 – 69,932 miles
  • 2012 – 61,490 miles
  • 2011 – 54,899 miles
  • 2010 – 40,122 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,502 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Engine and under body covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass133,502 miles (+2,434)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    133,502 miles
    Test number
    620653388704
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass131,068 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    131,068 miles
    Test number
    440425011188
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail131,068 miles (+4,700)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,068 miles
    Test number
    887307026166
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass126,368 miles (+53)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    126,368 miles
    Test number
    260057787354
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail126,315 miles (+9,621)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,315 miles
    Test number
    716411497145
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass116,694 miles (+8,762)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    116,694 miles
    Test number
    124020393503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass107,932 miles (+4,477)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    107,932 miles
    Test number
    700665503844
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass103,455 miles (+4,902)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    103,455 miles
    Test number
    397077419638
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

  9. Pass98,553 miles (+4,963)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    98,553 miles
    Test number
    487501520576
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass93,590 miles (+2,134)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    93,590 miles
    Test number
    546224760134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  11. Pass91,456 miles (+47)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    91,456 miles
    Test number
    694687811356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Fail91,409 miles (+2,966)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,409 miles
    Test number
    716063952650
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine and under body covers fitted

  13. Pass88,443 miles (+3,138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    88,443 miles
    Test number
    537947222135
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass85,305 miles (+3,796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    85,305 miles
    Test number
    662986823020
    • AdvisoryEngine and under body covers fitted

  15. Pass81,509 miles (+6,592)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    81,509 miles
    Test number
    866489725221
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass74,917 miles (+4,985)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    74,917 miles
    Test number
    889155904210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,932 miles (+8,442)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    69,932 miles
    Test number
    869562633219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,490 miles (+6,591)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    61,490 miles
    Test number
    429687622297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,899 miles (+14,777)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    54,899 miles
    Test number
    747321811352
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass40,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    40,122 miles
    Test number
    324600520321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,122 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,122 miles
    Test number
    852790720389
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about LB57 RZF

Does LB57 RZF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 RZF is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 RZF?
The MOT on LB57 RZF is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 RZF done?
LB57 RZF was recorded at 133,502 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 5,883 miles a year.
Has LB57 RZF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 RZF has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB57 RZF 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 RZF find?
LB57 RZF passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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