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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB57 VUTMOT history

LB57 VUT is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Jan 2008. Its MOT expired on 12 Dec 2022 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 182,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Dec 2022
Mileage
182,025 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2021
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,692 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 VUT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
10 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 VUT was last recorded at 182,025 miles on 13 Dec 2021, 112 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,913 miles · 8 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
112 miles
Average per year
12,692 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 182,025 miles
  • 2020 – 167,989 miles
  • 2019 – 159,710 miles
  • 2018 – 145,918 miles
  • 2017 – 133,149 miles
  • 2016 – 126,594 miles
  • 2015 – 120,004 miles
  • 2014 – 112,769 miles
  • 2013 – 95,334 miles
  • 2012 – 68,386 miles
  • 2011 – 46,127 miles
  • 2010 – 41,675 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,025 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 22 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,025 miles (+112)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    182,025 miles
    Test number
    281909236473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail181,913 miles (+3,557)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,913 miles
    Test number
    660341734709
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm outer bush likely bolt loose (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush both rear upper shock bushes (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass178,356 miles (+10,367)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    178,356 miles
    Test number
    282984405105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass167,989 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    167,989 miles
    Test number
    976033619589
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail167,989 miles (+8,279)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,989 miles
    Test number
    317359573384
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass159,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    159,710 miles
    Test number
    174988704871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail159,710 miles (+13,792)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,710 miles
    Test number
    758771080218
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  8. Pass145,918 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    145,918 miles
    Test number
    531922690795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail145,873 miles (+12,724)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,873 miles
    Test number
    976124057126
    • MajorFront Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Off side and near side (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Pass133,149 miles (+374)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    133,149 miles
    Test number
    442879829964
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  11. Fail132,775 miles (+6,181)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,775 miles
    Test number
    780431064489
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing Outer (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass126,594 miles (+6,590)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    126,594 miles
    Test number
    213591415524
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNo emissions print out
    • AdvisoryRear pad sensor not fitted correctly
  13. Pass120,004 miles (+7,235)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    120,004 miles
    Test number
    689318087235
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays
  14. Pass112,769 miles (+17,435)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    112,769 miles
    Test number
    208915574223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass95,334 miles (+26,948)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    95,334 miles
    Test number
    939067273224
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNo readings for emissions.vehicle running too clean for printout
  16. Pass68,386 miles (+22,259)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    68,386 miles
    Test number
    809711202376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,127 miles (+4,452)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    46,127 miles
    Test number
    339625611370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    41,675 miles
    Test number
    631396520308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 VUT

Does LB57 VUT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 VUT expired on 12 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 VUT?
The MOT on LB57 VUT expired on 12 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 VUT done?
LB57 VUT was recorded at 182,025 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2021, an average of 12,692 miles a year.
Has LB57 VUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 VUT has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LB57 VUT 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 VUT find?
LB57 VUT passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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