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BMW 3 Series

Green · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LC07 OJBMOT history

LC07 OJB is a green diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Jul 2007. Its MOT expired on 19 Mar 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 105,251 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2025.

LC07 OJB green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Mar 2026
Mileage
105,251 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,093 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC07 OJB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
2 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC07 OJB was last recorded at 105,251 miles on 20 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Mar 2025: 105,251 miles, lower than 167,368 miles on 31 Oct 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
167,368 miles · 31 Oct 2023
Average per year
5,093 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,251 miles
  • 2023 – 167,368 miles
  • 2022 – 156,936 miles
  • 2021 – 146,333 miles
  • 2020 – 135,189 miles
  • 2019 – 124,565 miles
  • 2018 – 113,114 miles
  • 2017 – 98,477 miles
  • 2016 – 84,218 miles
  • 2015 – 74,541 miles
  • 2014 – 64,166 miles
  • 2013 – 55,336 miles
  • 2012 – 45,538 miles
  • 2011 – 37,216 miles
  • 2010 – 29,489 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,251 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leak of exhaust gases from engine bay area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,251 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    105,251 miles
    Test number
    252570677726
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Fail105,251 miles (-62,117)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,251 miles
    Test number
    368802763313
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass167,368 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    167,368 miles
    Test number
    208999628975
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Fail167,368 miles (+10,432)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,368 miles
    Test number
    422301550523
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass156,936 miles (+10,603)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    156,936 miles
    Test number
    174296605026
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 bald inner edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass146,333 miles (+51)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    146,333 miles
    Test number
    804552204266
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leak of exhaust gases from engine bay area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively NSR and OSR (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  7. Fail146,282 miles (+11,093)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,282 miles
    Test number
    332430221059
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leak of exhaust gases from engine bay area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively NSR and OSR (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  8. Pass135,189 miles (+10,624)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    135,189 miles
    Test number
    925721083522
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn bald on the inner edge.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn bald on the inner edge.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  9. Pass124,565 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    124,565 miles
    Test number
    367964185315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  10. Fail124,565 miles (+11,451)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,565 miles
    Test number
    212771187086
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  11. Pass113,114 miles (+14,637)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    113,114 miles
    Test number
    677539686601
    • 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass98,477 miles (+392)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    98,477 miles
    Test number
    291723210344
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  13. Fail98,085 miles (+13,867)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,085 miles
    Test number
    759160056029
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  14. Pass84,218 miles (+1,232)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    84,218 miles
    Test number
    529292579727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass82,986 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    82,986 miles
    Test number
    553830750899
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear (4.1.E.1)
  16. Fail82,986 miles (+8,445)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,986 miles
    Test number
    804233289638
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass74,541 miles (+10,375)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    74,541 miles
    Test number
    237569815420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket cracking but currently securing and loss of emissions
  18. Pass64,166 miles (+8,830)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    64,166 miles
    Test number
    598150624143
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOsf tyre worn on inner edge
  19. Pass55,336 miles (+9,798)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    55,336 miles
    Test number
    389844663135
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  20. Pass45,538 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    45,538 miles
    Test number
    409054922175
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  21. Fail45,534 miles (+8,318)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,534 miles
    Test number
    307074222115
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  22. Pass37,216 miles (+7,727)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    37,216 miles
    Test number
    927333721115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  23. Pass29,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    29,489 miles
    Test number
    791045620154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC07 OJB

Does LC07 OJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC07 OJB expired on 19 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC07 OJB?
The MOT on LC07 OJB expired on 19 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC07 OJB done?
LC07 OJB was recorded at 105,251 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2025, an average of 5,093 miles a year.
Has LC07 OJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC07 OJB has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LC07 OJB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Mar 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LC07 OJB find?
LC07 OJB passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2025 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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