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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2015 · 2,993 cc

LE57 MCFMOT history

LE57 MCF is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2015. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 105,550 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LE57 MCF blue 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 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
105,550 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,861 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 MCF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
30 Sept 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 MCF was last recorded at 105,550 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 123 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,427 miles · 24 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
123 miles
Average per year
9,861 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,550 miles
  • 2025 – 96,698 miles
  • 2024 – 80,669 miles
  • 2023 – 63,454 miles
  • 2022 – 50,709 miles
  • 2021 – 41,579 miles
  • 2020 – 36,931 miles
  • 2019 – 32,749 miles
  • 2018 – 26,288 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,550 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 17 Sept 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,550 miles (+123)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    105,550 miles
    Test number
    569190300522
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  2. Fail105,427 miles (+8,729)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,427 miles
    Test number
    423294854577
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Pass96,698 miles (+16,029)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    96,698 miles
    Test number
    760334725102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass80,669 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    80,669 miles
    Test number
    161950456214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail80,668 miles (+17,214)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,668 miles
    Test number
    856979108135
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass63,454 miles (+12,745)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    63,454 miles
    Test number
    895345112413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass50,709 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    50,709 miles
    Test number
    806429132065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail50,709 miles (+9,130)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,709 miles
    Test number
    887730087673
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass41,579 miles (+4,648)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    41,579 miles
    Test number
    980871695346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass36,931 miles (+4,182)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    36,931 miles
    Test number
    884004832258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass32,749 miles (+6,461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    32,749 miles
    Test number
    105020282798
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass26,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    26,288 miles
    Test number
    817395608715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail26,287 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,287 miles
    Test number
    850349440939
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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))

Questions about LE57 MCF

Does LE57 MCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE57 MCF is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE57 MCF?
The MOT on LE57 MCF is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE57 MCF done?
LE57 MCF was recorded at 105,550 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 9,861 miles a year.
Has LE57 MCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 MCF has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LE57 MCF 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 MCF find?
LE57 MCF passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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