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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LB57 VSJMOT history

LB57 VSJ is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 20 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 8 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 100,382 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Mar 2027
Mileage
100,382 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 VSJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
20 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 VSJ was last recorded at 100,382 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 4,021 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,361 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,021 miles
Average per year
5,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,382 miles
  • 2024 – 96,361 miles
  • 2023 – 86,585 miles
  • 2022 – 76,892 miles
  • 2021 – 68,837 miles
  • 2020 – 63,405 miles
  • 2019 – 57,669 miles
  • 2017 – 47,745 miles
  • 2016 – 34,516 miles
  • 2014 – 30,039 miles
  • 2013 – 23,575 miles
  • 2012 – 18,607 miles
  • 2011 – 13,957 miles
  • 2010 – 11,195 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,382 miles
  • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning OS+NS (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH OS+NS (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,382 miles (+4,021)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    100,382 miles
    Test number
    549747525761
    • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning OS+NS (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH OS+NS (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass96,361 miles (+9,776)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    96,361 miles
    Test number
    771516030613
    • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning os+ns (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge os+ns (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output os+ns (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge os+ns (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass86,585 miles (+9,693)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    86,585 miles
    Test number
    955284670361
    • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning os+ns. (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement os+ns (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass76,892 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    76,892 miles
    Test number
    760843413666
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer position lamps not working
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp on
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel high

  5. Fail76,892 miles (+8,055)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,892 miles
    Test number
    654084212659
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer position lamps not working
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp on
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel high

  6. Pass68,837 miles (+5,432)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    68,837 miles
    Test number
    200526117507
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass63,405 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    63,405 miles
    Test number
    145843142916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail63,396 miles (+5,727)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,396 miles
    Test number
    223401606855
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

  9. Pass57,669 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    57,669 miles
    Test number
    638890317201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail57,593 miles (+9,848)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,593 miles
    Test number
    687258487621
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bolt missing

  11. Pass47,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    47,745 miles
    Test number
    273976669166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail47,745 miles (+13,229)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,745 miles
    Test number
    375993413011
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass34,516 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    34,516 miles
    Test number
    170740674550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail34,492 miles (+4,453)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,492 miles
    Test number
    245938488445
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions incorrect rotation (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass30,039 miles (+6,464)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    30,039 miles
    Test number
    877989044310
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  16. Pass23,575 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    23,575 miles
    Test number
    146331653323
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Fail23,575 miles (+4,968)1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,575 miles
    Test number
    837300353329
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass18,607 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    18,607 miles
    Test number
    146083552321
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  19. Fail18,607 miles (+4,650)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,607 miles
    Test number
    159193452362
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteRear discs corroded

  20. Pass13,957 miles (+2,762)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    13,957 miles
    Test number
    697107241340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    11,195 miles
    Test number
    583897530394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 VSJ

Does LB57 VSJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 VSJ is valid until 8 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 VSJ?
The MOT on LB57 VSJ is valid until 8 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 VSJ done?
LB57 VSJ was recorded at 100,382 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 5,843 miles a year.
Has LB57 VSJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 VSJ has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LB57 VSJ 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 VSJ find?
LB57 VSJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning os+ns; windscreen wiper blade defective; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both os+ns, and 3 more.

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