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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LJ58 PFZMOT history

LJ58 PFZ is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Dec 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 17 MOT tests, with 137,341 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

LJ58 PFZ 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 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
137,341 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
9 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,971 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LJ58 PFZ
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
10 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LJ58 PFZ was last recorded at 137,341 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,306 miles · 23 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
4,971 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,341 miles
  • 2025 – 132,561 miles
  • 2024 – 127,295 miles
  • 2023 – 127,066 miles
  • 2022 – 120,087 miles
  • 2021 – 114,081 miles
  • 2020 – 110,293 miles
  • 2019 – 106,997 miles
  • 2018 – 101,768 miles
  • 2017 – 95,844 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,341 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Dec 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,341 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    137,341 miles
    Test number
    663883203023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  2. Fail137,306 miles (+4,745)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,306 miles
    Test number
    123653031327
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  3. Pass132,561 miles (+5,266)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    132,561 miles
    Test number
    414322582481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear arms Corroded, not seriously weakened

  4. Pass127,295 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    127,295 miles
    Test number
    744252838825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail127,295 miles (+229)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,295 miles
    Test number
    261604706325
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

  6. Fail127,066 miles (+6,979)2 dangerous8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,066 miles
    Test number
    363200575878
    • 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))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass120,087 miles (+6,006)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    120,087 miles
    Test number
    344890543839
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  8. Pass114,081 miles (+35)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    114,081 miles
    Test number
    695256087541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail114,046 miles (+3,753)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,046 miles
    Test number
    208580841761
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass110,293 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    110,293 miles
    Test number
    640933666180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail110,293 miles (+3,296)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,293 miles
    Test number
    387340397952
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  12. Pass106,997 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    106,997 miles
    Test number
    149292089095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail106,996 miles (+5,228)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,996 miles
    Test number
    463272341279
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass101,768 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    101,768 miles
    Test number
    685955395205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Fail101,768 miles (+5,924)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,768 miles
    Test number
    945690654059
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass95,844 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    95,844 miles
    Test number
    521478982073
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted.

  17. Fail95,844 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,844 miles
    Test number
    234643617974
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted.

Questions about LJ58 PFZ

Does LJ58 PFZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LJ58 PFZ is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LJ58 PFZ?
The MOT on LJ58 PFZ is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LJ58 PFZ done?
LJ58 PFZ was recorded at 137,341 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 4,971 miles a year.
Has LJ58 PFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LJ58 PFZ has failed 8 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LJ58 PFZ 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 LJ58 PFZ find?
LJ58 PFZ passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated.

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