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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LE57 FRXMOT history

LE57 FRX is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 129,078 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

LE57 FRX 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 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
129,078 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,945 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 FRX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 FRX was last recorded at 129,078 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 5,612 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,466 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,612 miles
Average per year
4,945 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,078 miles
  • 2025 – 123,466 miles
  • 2024 – 120,456 miles
  • 2023 – 119,628 miles
  • 2022 – 115,444 miles
  • 2021 – 113,596 miles
  • 2020 – 112,236 miles
  • 2019 – 104,653 miles
  • 2018 – 98,652 miles
  • 2017 – 92,958 miles
  • 2016 – 86,524 miles
  • 2015 – 80,101 miles
  • 2014 – 75,056 miles
  • 2013 – 69,492 miles
  • 2012 – 64,196 miles
  • 2011 – 53,539 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,078 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (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.

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 12 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,078 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    129,078 miles
    Test number
    323024871222
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail129,078 miles (+5,612)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,078 miles
    Test number
    228777746734
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing glass (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass123,466 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    123,466 miles
    Test number
    500084037032
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail123,466 miles (+3,010)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,466 miles
    Test number
    714406576763
    • DangerousRoad wheel more than one fixing missing X4 (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Seat belt buckle missing center stalk (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass120,456 miles (+828)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    120,456 miles
    Test number
    762802836086
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass119,628 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    119,628 miles
    Test number
    621973198714
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail119,622 miles (+4,178)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,622 miles
    Test number
    379438611598
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass115,444 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    115,444 miles
    Test number
    583851865010
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail115,444 miles (+1,848)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,444 miles
    Test number
    134235319021
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass113,596 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    113,596 miles
    Test number
    121620319698
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Fail113,595 miles (+1,359)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,595 miles
    Test number
    963709958112
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass112,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    112,236 miles
    Test number
    529851374455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail112,235 miles (+7,582)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,235 miles
    Test number
    918196842260
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  14. Pass104,653 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    104,653 miles
    Test number
    339923515561
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  15. Fail104,652 miles (+6,000)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,652 miles
    Test number
    380352498262
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  16. Pass98,652 miles (+5,694)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    98,652 miles
    Test number
    765709512910
    • AdvisoryNearside & Offside front brake flexi hose's perished
    • AdvisoryNearside & Offside front tyres worn

  17. Pass92,958 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    92,958 miles
    Test number
    776705047281
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2

  18. Fail92,958 miles (+6,434)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,958 miles
    Test number
    286844860457
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2

  19. Pass86,524 miles (+55)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    86,524 miles
    Test number
    183896200658
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Child Seat Fitted - Unable to Test Seat Belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat Fitted - Unable to Test Seat Belt

  20. Fail86,469 miles (+6,368)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,469 miles
    Test number
    136065727548
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Child Seat Fitted - Unable to Test Seat Belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat Fitted - Unable to Test Seat Belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass80,101 miles (+5,045)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    80,101 miles
    Test number
    278318255041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass75,056 miles (+5,564)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    75,056 miles
    Test number
    185583664484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass69,492 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    69,492 miles
    Test number
    176857453053
    • 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)

  24. Fail69,492 miles (+5,296)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,492 miles
    Test number
    607107753000
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)

  25. Pass64,196 miles (+10,657)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    64,196 miles
    Test number
    159016462451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass53,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    53,539 miles
    Test number
    757722811066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE57 FRX

Does LE57 FRX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 FRX is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE57 FRX?
The MOT on LE57 FRX is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 FRX done?
LE57 FRX was recorded at 129,078 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 4,945 miles a year.
Has LE57 FRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 FRX has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LE57 FRX 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 LE57 FRX find?
LE57 FRX passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped; oil leak, but not excessive; registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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