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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LE57 JVWMOT history

LE57 JVW is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Feb 2008. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2021 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 185,998 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2021.

LE57 JVW grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2021
Mileage
185,998 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2021
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,735 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 JVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
8 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LE57 JVW was last recorded at 185,998 miles on 17 Dec 2021, 19,989 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,009 miles · 17 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
19,989 miles
Average per year
10,735 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 185,998 miles
  • 2020 – 166,009 miles
  • 2019 – 154,357 miles
  • 2018 – 140,107 miles
  • 2017 – 130,011 miles
  • 2016 – 124,820 miles
  • 2015 – 118,749 miles
  • 2014 – 102,064 miles
  • 2013 – 90,545 miles
  • 2012 – 80,819 miles
  • 2011 – 71,792 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail185,998 miles
  • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

16 tests since 28 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail185,998 miles (+19,989)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,998 miles
    Test number
    324840018321
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass166,009 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    166,009 miles
    Test number
    742131766308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail166,006 miles (+11,649)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,006 miles
    Test number
    847002317853
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass154,357 miles (+14,250)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    154,357 miles
    Test number
    345417127262
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOutstanding manufactures recall active

  5. Pass140,107 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    140,107 miles
    Test number
    481644099302
    • AdvisoryOutstanding manufacturer recall active.

  6. Fail140,107 miles (+10,096)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,107 miles
    Test number
    928035598584
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOutstanding manufacturer recall active.

  7. Pass130,011 miles (+5,191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    130,011 miles
    Test number
    901000940032
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Inner Joint (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass124,820 miles (+6,071)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    124,820 miles
    Test number
    489823938592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,749 miles (+16,685)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    118,749 miles
    Test number
    353081273718
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit = 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass102,064 miles (+6,473)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    102,064 miles
    Test number
    848842044329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass95,591 miles (+5,046)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    95,591 miles
    Test number
    445652964070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass90,545 miles (+9,726)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    90,545 miles
    Test number
    807104053138
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass80,819 miles (+9,027)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    80,819 miles
    Test number
    295953142147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,792 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    71,792 miles
    Test number
    229590021147
    • NoteFront pads worn

  15. Fail71,791 miles (+1)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,791 miles
    Test number
    988280821145
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • NoteFront pads worn

  16. Pass71,790 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    71,790 miles
    Test number
    239738511188
    • NoteFront pads worn

Questions about LE57 JVW

Does LE57 JVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE57 JVW expired on 19 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE57 JVW?
The MOT on LE57 JVW expired on 19 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE57 JVW done?
LE57 JVW was recorded at 185,998 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2021, an average of 10,735 miles a year.
Has LE57 JVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 JVW has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LE57 JVW 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 JVW find?
LE57 JVW failed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2021 with 1 dangerous defect, 1 major defect and 6 advisories: oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety; parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 5 more.

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