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BMW 3 Series

Bronze · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LB62 RKJMOT history

LB62 RKJ is a bronze diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Jan 2013. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 157,271 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
157,271 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
11,272 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB62 RKJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
17 Jan 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB62 RKJ was last recorded at 157,271 miles on 19 Sept 2026, 11,054 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,217 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
11,054 miles
Average per year
11,272 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,271 miles
  • 2025 – 146,217 miles
  • 2024 – 132,689 miles
  • 2023 – 121,766 miles
  • 2022 – 115,728 miles
  • 2021 – 110,116 miles
  • 2020 – 105,162 miles
  • 2019 – 100,773 miles
  • 2018 – 81,019 miles
  • 2017 – 58,308 miles
  • 2016 – 37,042 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,271 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Front and Rear n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Engine coolant level below minimum mark
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil and reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside front steering rack inner joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 6 Jan 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,271 miles (+11,054)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    157,271 miles
    Test number
    964194474699
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Front and Rear n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Engine coolant level below minimum mark
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil and reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass146,217 miles (+13,528)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    146,217 miles
    Test number
    433675729996
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all round (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight underbody corrosion

  3. Pass132,689 miles (+10,923)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    132,689 miles
    Test number
    940861442954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass121,766 miles (+6,038)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    121,766 miles
    Test number
    970455054953
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass115,728 miles (+5,612)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    115,728 miles
    Test number
    436147895551
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside front steering rack inner joint has slight play

  6. Pass110,116 miles (+4,954)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    110,116 miles
    Test number
    291399233740
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass105,162 miles (+4,389)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    105,162 miles
    Test number
    575398875508
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (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 front steering rack inner joint has slight play

  8. Pass100,773 miles (+19,754)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    100,773 miles
    Test number
    584646297869
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Pass81,019 miles (+22,711)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    81,019 miles
    Test number
    480650164507
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean for smoke test

  10. Pass58,308 miles (+21,266)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    58,308 miles
    Test number
    703607154085
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean for smoke tester

  11. Pass37,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    37,042 miles
    Test number
    499839225324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail37,042 miles (+17)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,042 miles
    Test number
    733657711057
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

  13. Fail37,025 miles (+386)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,025 miles
    Test number
    342917249104
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass36,639 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    36,639 miles
    Test number
    201049647043
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB62 RKJ

Does LB62 RKJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB62 RKJ is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB62 RKJ?
The MOT on LB62 RKJ is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB62 RKJ done?
LB62 RKJ was recorded at 157,271 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2026, an average of 11,272 miles a year.
Has LB62 RKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB62 RKJ has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2016.
Has the mileage on LB62 RKJ 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 LB62 RKJ find?
LB62 RKJ passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: brake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear n/s and o/s; front engine coolant level below minimum mark; front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s and o/s, and 3 more.

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