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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LG13 ZBCMOT history

LG13 ZBC is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 119,743 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

LG13 ZBC 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 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
119,743 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,032 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG13 ZBC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
19 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LG13 ZBC was last recorded at 119,743 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 211 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,532 miles · 21 May 2026
Between the last two tests
211 miles
Average per year
7,032 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,743 miles
  • 2025 – 111,638 miles
  • 2024 – 104,257 miles
  • 2023 – 94,832 miles
  • 2022 – 89,003 miles
  • 2021 – 83,129 miles
  • 2020 – 76,117 miles
  • 2019 – 69,404 miles
  • 2018 – 60,483 miles
  • 2017 – 53,406 miles
  • 2016 – 48,045 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,743 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))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.

  • Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 23 Mar 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,743 miles (+211)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    119,743 miles
    Test number
    674191328687
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail119,532 miles (+22)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,532 miles
    Test number
    280911602744
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Fail119,510 miles (+7,872)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,510 miles
    Test number
    785025531435
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative on both headlamps (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass111,638 miles (+40)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    111,638 miles
    Test number
    433064792062
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail111,598 miles (+7,341)1 major3 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,598 miles
    Test number
    748476896311
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass104,257 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    104,257 miles
    Test number
    916232026621
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  7. Fail104,257 miles (+9,425)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,257 miles
    Test number
    960214892195
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  8. Pass94,832 miles (+5,829)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    94,832 miles
    Test number
    490520117638
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  9. Pass89,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    89,003 miles
    Test number
    187649033735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail89,003 miles (+5,874)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,003 miles
    Test number
    547307925754
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass83,129 miles (+7,012)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    83,129 miles
    Test number
    729685634729
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass76,117 miles (+6,713)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    76,117 miles
    Test number
    867911912327
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  13. Pass69,404 miles (+8,921)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    69,404 miles
    Test number
    632484875254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,483 miles (+7,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    60,483 miles
    Test number
    329091332314
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
  15. Pass53,406 miles (+5,361)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    53,406 miles
    Test number
    148817593280
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt NSF/OSR
  16. Pass48,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    48,045 miles
    Test number
    192450050370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LG13 ZBC

Does LG13 ZBC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG13 ZBC is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LG13 ZBC?
The MOT on LG13 ZBC is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LG13 ZBC done?
LG13 ZBC was recorded at 119,743 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 7,032 miles a year.
Has LG13 ZBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG13 ZBC has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LG13 ZBC 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 LG13 ZBC find?
LG13 ZBC passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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