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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 2,993 cc

LCU 21MOT history

LCU 21 is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 49,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

LCU 21 silver 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 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
49,747 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,252 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LCU 21
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
15 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LCU 21 was last recorded at 49,747 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 3,246 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,501 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,246 miles
Average per year
2,252 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 49,747 miles
  • 2024 – 46,501 miles
  • 2023 – 43,632 miles
  • 2022 – 41,211 miles
  • 2021 – 39,176 miles
  • 2020 – 36,298 miles
  • 2019 – 36,217 miles
  • 2018 – 34,513 miles
  • 2017 – 33,137 miles
  • 2016 – 31,881 miles
  • 2015 – 29,543 miles
  • 2014 – 26,969 miles
  • 2013 – 23,681 miles
  • 2012 – 21,597 miles
  • 2011 – 19,201 miles
  • 2010 – 15,897 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,747 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine , Under Body And Outer Sill Covers Fitted

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.

  • Outer body sills - inspectionas are limited because of covers.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Under bonnet and under vehicle inspections are SERIOUSLY limited because of covers.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 16 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,747 miles (+3,246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    49,747 miles
    Test number
    461089976745
    • AdvisoryEngine , Under Body And Outer Sill Covers Fitted
  2. Pass46,501 miles (+2,869)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    46,501 miles
    Test number
    807457695629
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Forward arm ball joint dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside inspection is limited due to covers
  3. Pass43,632 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    43,632 miles
    Test number
    667404995613
    • AdvisoryOuter body sills - inspectionas are limited because of covers.
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet and under vehicle inspections are SERIOUSLY limited because of covers.
  4. Fail43,631 miles (+2,420)2 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,631 miles
    Test number
    840348719680
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Around the inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Around the inner wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth is low. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Lumps of rubber out of bead rim protector band. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth is low. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing This tyre is "CRACKING" around its outer edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth is low. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing This tyre is "CRACKING" around its outer edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth is low. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOuter body sills - inspectionas are limited because of covers.
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet and under vehicle inspections are SERIOUSLY limited because of covers.
  5. Pass41,211 miles (+2,035)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    41,211 miles
    Test number
    630306654210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass39,176 miles (+2,878)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    39,176 miles
    Test number
    562408399921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass36,298 miles (+81)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    36,298 miles
    Test number
    811720482511
    • AdvisoryEngine And Under Body Covers Fitted
  8. Pass36,217 miles (+1,704)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    36,217 miles
    Test number
    794342445703
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  9. Pass34,513 miles (+1,376)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    34,513 miles
    Test number
    362425750299
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass33,137 miles (+1,256)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    33,137 miles
    Test number
    275700108095
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has damage to the outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  11. Pass31,881 miles (+2,338)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    31,881 miles
    Test number
    586148416061
    • AdvisoryEngine covers Fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Fog Lights Missing, But Bulbs Still Illuminating
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre Sidewall Damaged
    • AdvisoryUndertrays Fitted
  12. Pass29,543 miles (+2,574)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    29,543 miles
    Test number
    896484162857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,969 miles (+3,288)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    26,969 miles
    Test number
    217757104381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass23,681 miles (+2,084)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    23,681 miles
    Test number
    217886913326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass21,597 miles (+2,396)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    21,597 miles
    Test number
    939786002345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass19,201 miles (+3,304)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    19,201 miles
    Test number
    565673411310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    15,897 miles
    Test number
    401120820444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LCU 21

What vehicle is registration LCU 21 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show LCU 21 on a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Sept 2007. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does LCU 21 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LCU 21 is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LCU 21?
The MOT on LCU 21 is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LCU 21 done?
LCU 21 was recorded at 49,747 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 2,252 miles a year.
Has LCU 21 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LCU 21 has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LCU 21 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 LCU 21 find?
LCU 21 passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: engine , under body and outer sill covers fitted.

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