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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LC07 PBYMOT history

LC07 PBY is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 4 May 2007. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 194,512 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

LC07 PBY black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
194,512 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,146 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC07 PBY
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
4 May 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC07 PBY was last recorded at 194,512 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 12,906 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,606 miles · 4 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
12,906 miles
Average per year
11,146 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 194,512 miles
  • 2024 – 181,606 miles
  • 2023 – 160,332 miles
  • 2022 – 154,076 miles
  • 2021 – 144,900 miles
  • 2020 – 130,593 miles
  • 2019 – 115,964 miles
  • 2018 – 102,609 miles
  • 2017 – 90,497 miles
  • 2016 – 78,640 miles
  • 2015 – 66,942 miles
  • 2014 – 56,815 miles
  • 2013 – 49,506 miles
  • 2012 – 40,312 miles
  • 2011 – 30,307 miles
  • 2010 – 20,960 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,512 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,512 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    194,512 miles
    Test number
    947573212677
    • MinorRear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail194,512 miles (+12,906)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,512 miles
    Test number
    976756700278
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass181,606 miles (+21,274)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    181,606 miles
    Test number
    402631217479
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass160,332 miles (+6,256)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    160,332 miles
    Test number
    856888133150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass154,076 miles (+9,176)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    154,076 miles
    Test number
    351556266157
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp broken
    • 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))

  6. Pass144,900 miles (+98)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    144,900 miles
    Test number
    569796588403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail144,802 miles (+14,209)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,802 miles
    Test number
    672276034223
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass130,593 miles (+14,629)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    130,593 miles
    Test number
    666107830070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass115,964 miles (+13,355)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    115,964 miles
    Test number
    425202359350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    102,609 miles
    Test number
    655515097294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail102,609 miles (+12,112)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,609 miles
    Test number
    545784750447
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass90,497 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    90,497 miles
    Test number
    532632037698
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  13. Fail90,487 miles (+11,847)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,487 miles
    Test number
    796833690744
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  14. Pass78,640 miles (+11,698)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    78,640 miles
    Test number
    133173636056
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass66,942 miles (+10,127)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    66,942 miles
    Test number
    438941625169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,815 miles (+7,309)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2015
    Odometer
    56,815 miles
    Test number
    766440924145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,506 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2014
    Odometer
    49,506 miles
    Test number
    625891023174
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail49,506 miles (+9,194)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,506 miles
    Test number
    736371623189
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass40,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    40,312 miles
    Test number
    205565222151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail40,312 miles (+10,005)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,312 miles
    Test number
    987435622190
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass30,307 miles (+9,347)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    30,307 miles
    Test number
    346618511137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass20,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    20,960 miles
    Test number
    242684200141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail20,960 miles4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,960 miles
    Test number
    811649790083
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteCONTINENTAL SPORT CONTACT 2 SSR RSC 225/45/R17 (91V)
    • NoteDamage to nearside rear 1/4 panel
    • NoteOffside front tyre slightly wearing on outer edge

Questions about LC07 PBY

Does LC07 PBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC07 PBY is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC07 PBY?
The MOT on LC07 PBY is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC07 PBY done?
LC07 PBY was recorded at 194,512 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 11,146 miles a year.
Has LC07 PBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC07 PBY has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LC07 PBY 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 LC07 PBY find?
LC07 PBY passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; front oil leak, but not excessive; rear parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 2 more.

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