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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LB57 XZFMOT history

LB57 XZF is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 179,677 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
179,677 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,637 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 XZF
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
20 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 XZF was last recorded at 179,677 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 17,282 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,395 miles · 5 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
17,282 miles
Average per year
9,637 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 179,677 miles
  • 2024 – 162,395 miles
  • 2023 – 148,705 miles
  • 2022 – 142,029 miles
  • 2021 – 135,705 miles
  • 2020 – 129,587 miles
  • 2019 – 125,491 miles
  • 2018 – 117,950 miles
  • 2017 – 108,392 miles
  • 2016 – 98,236 miles
  • 2015 – 88,495 miles
  • 2014 – 74,628 miles
  • 2013 – 63,314 miles
  • 2012 – 43,946 miles
  • 2010 – 35,351 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,677 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.

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perishing.[both sides]

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated by axle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,677 miles (+17,282)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    179,677 miles
    Test number
    154075736864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass162,395 miles (+406)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    162,395 miles
    Test number
    163891086394
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perishing.[both sides] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated by axle (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to see front to rear pipes & floor pans due to plastic covers
  3. Fail161,989 miles (+13,284)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,989 miles
    Test number
    689014555496
    • DangerousRear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn inner joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake efficiency below requirements both sides (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perishing.[both sides] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated by axle (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to see front to rear pipes & floor pans due to plastic covers
  4. Pass148,705 miles (+6,676)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    148,705 miles
    Test number
    315781486351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass142,029 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    142,029 miles
    Test number
    143002842192
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail142,029 miles (+6,324)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,029 miles
    Test number
    268766911127
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass135,705 miles (+6,118)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    135,705 miles
    Test number
    100521982918
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass129,587 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    129,587 miles
    Test number
    493794300951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail129,586 miles (+4,095)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,586 miles
    Test number
    746926799140
    • 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))
  10. Pass125,491 miles (+21)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    125,491 miles
    Test number
    464580376690
    • 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 Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Fail125,470 miles (+7,520)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,470 miles
    Test number
    736692775363
    • MajorOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass117,950 miles (+9,558)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    117,950 miles
    Test number
    233541806880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass108,392 miles (+10,156)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    108,392 miles
    Test number
    388132694493
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisorySill,underbody & engine covers fitted
  14. Pass98,236 miles (+1,752)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    98,236 miles
    Test number
    214976848302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass96,484 miles (+7,989)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    96,484 miles
    Test number
    947296163593
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted throughout
  16. Pass88,495 miles (+13,867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    88,495 miles
    Test number
    686158895071
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass74,628 miles (+11,314)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    74,628 miles
    Test number
    179623794464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,314 miles (+19,368)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    63,314 miles
    Test number
    746052673000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,946 miles (+8,595)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    43,946 miles
    Test number
    505926202069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,351 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    35,351 miles
    Test number
    523504750311
    • 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)

Questions about LB57 XZF

Does LB57 XZF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 XZF is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB57 XZF?
The MOT on LB57 XZF is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 XZF done?
LB57 XZF was recorded at 179,677 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 9,637 miles a year.
Has LB57 XZF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 XZF has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB57 XZF 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 XZF find?
LB57 XZF passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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