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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LM10 ARXMOT history

LM10 ARX is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Apr 2010. Its MOT expired on 1 Mar 2024 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 148,286 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2023.

LM10 ARX blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Mar 2024
Mileage
148,286 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2023
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,322 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 ARX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
29 Apr 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM10 ARX was last recorded at 148,286 miles on 24 Feb 2023, 11,355 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,931 miles · 28 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
11,355 miles
Average per year
8,322 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 148,286 miles
  • 2022 – 136,931 miles
  • 2021 – 125,341 miles
  • 2020 – 115,514 miles
  • 2019 – 102,227 miles
  • 2018 – 88,477 miles
  • 2017 – 84,563 miles
  • 2016 – 77,834 miles
  • 2015 – 75,251 miles
  • 2014 – 72,017 miles
  • 2013 – 66,220 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,286 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both getting low (5.2.3 (e))

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 Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight free play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

14 tests since 15 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,286 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    148,286 miles
    Test number
    163274910858
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both getting low (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail148,286 miles (+11,355)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,286 miles
    Test number
    327679091778
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both getting low (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass136,931 miles (+11,590)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    136,931 miles
    Test number
    106722531258
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edges starting to wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass125,341 miles (+64)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    125,341 miles
    Test number
    741359356786
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail125,277 miles (+9,763)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,277 miles
    Test number
    424546684995
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass115,514 miles (+13,287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    115,514 miles
    Test number
    864175994355
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively advise further inspection (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass102,227 miles (+13,750)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    102,227 miles
    Test number
    994348813658
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass88,477 miles (+3,914)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    88,477 miles
    Test number
    887493936777
    • AdvisoryNot all testable items could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

  9. Pass84,563 miles (+6,729)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    84,563 miles
    Test number
    948823399355
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  10. Pass77,834 miles (+2,583)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    77,834 miles
    Test number
    542689865175
    • AdvisoryNo measurable level of smoke was emitted from vehicle exhaust

  11. Pass75,251 miles (+3,234)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    75,251 miles
    Test number
    987507805104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,017 miles (+5,797)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,017 miles
    Test number
    738218314177
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass66,220 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    66,220 miles
    Test number
    235487303195
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  14. Fail66,220 miles1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,220 miles
    Test number
    466835203148
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

Questions about LM10 ARX

Does LM10 ARX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM10 ARX expired on 1 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM10 ARX?
The MOT on LM10 ARX expired on 1 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM10 ARX done?
LM10 ARX was recorded at 148,286 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2023, an average of 8,322 miles a year.
Has LM10 ARX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 ARX has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LM10 ARX 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 LM10 ARX find?
LM10 ARX passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front windscreen wiper blade defective; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both getting low.

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