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BMW 5 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

LB57 WZUMOT history

LB57 WZU is a black diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 7 Jan 2008. Its MOT expired on 1 Aug 2025 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 233,101 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Aug 2025
Mileage
233,101 mi
At MOT on 2 Aug 2024
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,570 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 WZU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 WZU was last recorded at 233,101 miles on 2 Aug 2024, 16,466 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
216,635 miles · 12 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
16,466 miles
Average per year
11,570 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 233,101 miles
  • 2023 – 216,635 miles
  • 2022 – 198,507 miles
  • 2021 – 182,895 miles
  • 2020 – 169,270 miles
  • 2019 – 164,472 miles
  • 2018 – 156,313 miles
  • 2017 – 146,321 miles
  • 2016 – 139,805 miles
  • 2015 – 135,043 miles
  • 2014 – 128,947 miles
  • 2013 – 116,491 miles
  • 2012 – 102,423 miles
  • 2011 – 81,509 miles
  • 2010 – 75,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass233,101 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass233,101 miles (+16,466)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    233,101 miles
    Test number
    962797257941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass216,635 miles (+18,128)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    216,635 miles
    Test number
    136934104618
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass198,507 miles (+15,612)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    198,507 miles
    Test number
    738901207267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass182,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    182,895 miles
    Test number
    356006932970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail182,895 miles (+13,625)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,895 miles
    Test number
    283805565994
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass169,270 miles (+4,798)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    169,270 miles
    Test number
    743843863035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass164,472 miles (+8,159)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    164,472 miles
    Test number
    323833006325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass156,313 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    156,313 miles
    Test number
    759164939492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail156,313 miles (+9,992)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,313 miles
    Test number
    804533420445
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt link rod (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass146,321 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    146,321 miles
    Test number
    509622564911
    • AdvisoryEMISSIONS TO LOW TO READ
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail146,321 miles (+6,516)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,321 miles
    Test number
    693828325794
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryEMISSIONS TO LOW TO READ
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass139,805 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    139,805 miles
    Test number
    733567567160
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail139,771 miles (+4,728)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,771 miles
    Test number
    222811919946
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass135,043 miles (+6,096)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    135,043 miles
    Test number
    106897615252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass128,947 miles (+12,456)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    128,947 miles
    Test number
    248839264114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass116,491 miles (+14,068)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    116,491 miles
    Test number
    579627683135
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass102,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    102,423 miles
    Test number
    279598292117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail102,423 miles (+20,914)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,423 miles
    Test number
    306988792123
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

  19. Pass81,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    81,509 miles
    Test number
    228464881012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail81,509 miles (+6,344)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,509 miles
    Test number
    346404381010
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Fail75,165 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,165 miles
    Test number
    391892740380
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about LB57 WZU

Does LB57 WZU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 WZU expired on 1 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 WZU?
The MOT on LB57 WZU expired on 1 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 WZU done?
LB57 WZU was recorded at 233,101 miles at its MOT on 2 Aug 2024, an average of 11,570 miles a year.
Has LB57 WZU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 WZU has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LB57 WZU 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 WZU find?
LB57 WZU passed its latest MOT on 2 Aug 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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