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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LE57 FYLMOT history

LE57 FYL is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 187,785 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

LE57 FYL grey 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 17 May 2027
Mileage
187,785 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,821 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 FYL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 FYL was last recorded at 187,785 miles on 11 May 2026, 29,225 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,560 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
29,225 miles
Average per year
9,821 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,785 miles
  • 2025 – 158,560 miles
  • 2024 – 138,330 miles
  • 2023 – 127,088 miles
  • 2022 – 117,715 miles
  • 2021 – 113,494 miles
  • 2020 – 107,571 miles
  • 2019 – 104,631 miles
  • 2018 – 99,538 miles
  • 2017 – 92,781 miles
  • 2016 – 84,290 miles
  • 2015 – 75,661 miles
  • 2014 – 68,026 miles
  • 2013 – 59,706 miles
  • 2012 – 49,354 miles
  • 2011 – 38,413 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,785 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil and antifreeze

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side inner sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,785 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    187,785 miles
    Test number
    623930175589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail187,785 miles (+29,225)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,785 miles
    Test number
    823182849290
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass158,560 miles (+20,230)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2026
    Odometer
    158,560 miles
    Test number
    238017605044
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass138,330 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    138,330 miles
    Test number
    958521677963
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil and antifreeze (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail138,330 miles (+11,242)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,330 miles
    Test number
    426240705907
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil and antifreeze (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass127,088 miles (+9,373)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    127,088 miles
    Test number
    589595888599
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated bothside front. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bothside rear inner sill/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass117,715 miles (+4,221)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    117,715 miles
    Test number
    836092193849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass113,494 miles (+5,923)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    113,494 miles
    Test number
    585250049011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass107,571 miles (+2,940)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    107,571 miles
    Test number
    196625496875
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing damaged

  10. Pass104,631 miles (+5,093)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    104,631 miles
    Test number
    807306883256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass99,538 miles (+6,757)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    99,538 miles
    Test number
    196638276512
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre tread just under 3.00 mm
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread just under 3.00 mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre tread just under 3.00 mm
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread on 3.00 mm

  12. Pass92,781 miles (+8,491)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    92,781 miles
    Test number
    564731097004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass84,290 miles (+8,629)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    84,290 miles
    Test number
    873263339626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass75,661 miles (+7,635)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    75,661 miles
    Test number
    687858145035
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail68,026 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,026 miles
    Test number
    326360834001
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Pass68,026 miles (+8,320)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    68,026 miles
    Test number
    687200034097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass59,706 miles (+10,352)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    59,706 miles
    Test number
    905722753073
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail49,354 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,354 miles
    Test number
    596602052025
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass49,354 miles (+10,941)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    49,354 miles
    Test number
    687622452008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,413 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    38,413 miles
    Test number
    275595151026
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LE57 FYL

Does LE57 FYL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 FYL is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE57 FYL?
The MOT on LE57 FYL is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 FYL done?
LE57 FYL was recorded at 187,785 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 9,821 miles a year.
Has LE57 FYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 FYL has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LE57 FYL 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 FYL find?
LE57 FYL passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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