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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 2,979 cc

LB57 XZLMOT history

LB57 XZL is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 190,201 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
190,201 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,489 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 XZL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 XZL was last recorded at 190,201 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 12,445 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,756 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
12,445 miles
Average per year
11,489 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,201 miles
  • 2025 – 177,756 miles
  • 2024 – 166,527 miles
  • 2023 – 155,254 miles
  • 2022 – 146,510 miles
  • 2021 – 141,388 miles
  • 2020 – 138,892 miles
  • 2019 – 122,111 miles
  • 2018 – 106,629 miles
  • 2017 – 90,384 miles
  • 2016 – 72,773 miles
  • 2015 – 58,429 miles
  • 2014 – 43,296 miles
  • 2013 – 30,218 miles
  • 2012 – 19,005 miles
  • 2011 – 18,415 miles
  • 2010 – 14,059 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,201 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened small hole in nsr sub frame advise small weld so it dose not travel rust . (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front tyre wearing on inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front tyre wearing on inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,201 miles (+12,445)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    190,201 miles
    Test number
    601645631875
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened small hole in nsr sub frame advise small weld so it dose not travel rust . (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass177,756 miles (+11,229)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    177,756 miles
    Test number
    428781034362
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass166,527 miles (+11,273)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    166,527 miles
    Test number
    470909024610
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass155,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    155,254 miles
    Test number
    130190394954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail155,254 miles (+8,744)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,254 miles
    Test number
    704961931743
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass146,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    146,510 miles
    Test number
    319871665631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail146,510 miles (+5,122)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,510 miles
    Test number
    862371844254
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner tyre close to cords

  8. Pass141,388 miles (+2,496)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    141,388 miles
    Test number
    920142728450
    • 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))

  9. Pass138,892 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    138,892 miles
    Test number
    930320239128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inside edge

  10. Fail138,892 miles (+16,781)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,892 miles
    Test number
    149597544455
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inside edge

  11. Pass122,111 miles (+15,482)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    122,111 miles
    Test number
    383350890250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass106,629 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    106,629 miles
    Test number
    159251233739
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail106,629 miles (+16,245)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,629 miles
    Test number
    656985914410
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre low tread and out of shape (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers smearing
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  14. Pass90,384 miles (+17,611)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    90,384 miles
    Test number
    208779719585
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads very low

  15. Pass72,773 miles (+14,344)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    72,773 miles
    Test number
    991065092036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cut in sidewall no cords visable

  16. Pass58,429 miles (+15,133)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    58,429 miles
    Test number
    349000985075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,296 miles (+13,078)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    43,296 miles
    Test number
    148498484446
    • NoteN/s/r tyre 3mm +screw in tread close to shoulder

  18. Pass30,218 miles (+11,213)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    30,218 miles
    Test number
    146923893029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,005 miles (+590)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    19,005 miles
    Test number
    578748092060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass18,415 miles (+4,356)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    18,415 miles
    Test number
    175002721315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass14,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    14,059 miles
    Test number
    592910030368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 XZL

Does LB57 XZL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 XZL is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 XZL?
The MOT on LB57 XZL is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 XZL done?
LB57 XZL was recorded at 190,201 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 11,489 miles a year.
Has LB57 XZL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 XZL has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LB57 XZL 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 XZL find?
LB57 XZL passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened small hole in nsr sub frame advise small weld so it dose not travel rust ..

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