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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LM10 FDAMOT history

LM10 FDA is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 May 2010. Its MOT expired on 18 Oct 2025 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 146,725 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Oct 2024.

LM10 FDA black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Oct 2025
Mileage
146,725 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2024
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,019 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 FDA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
12 May 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM10 FDA was last recorded at 146,725 miles on 19 Oct 2024, 13,258 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,467 miles · 7 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
13,258 miles
Average per year
7,019 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 146,725 miles
  • 2023 – 133,467 miles
  • 2022 – 122,322 miles
  • 2021 – 106,505 miles
  • 2020 – 99,062 miles
  • 2019 – 94,755 miles
  • 2018 – 88,068 miles
  • 2017 – 82,740 miles
  • 2016 – 78,330 miles
  • 2013 – 69,055 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,725 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 20 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,725 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    146,725 miles
    Test number
    510029057326
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail146,725 miles (+13,258)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,725 miles
    Test number
    333053723919
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass133,467 miles (+11,145)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    133,467 miles
    Test number
    455535452734
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass122,322 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    122,322 miles
    Test number
    974934255963
    • MinorFront Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail122,322 miles (+15,817)3 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,322 miles
    Test number
    116924053603
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorFront Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass106,505 miles (+7,443)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    106,505 miles
    Test number
    826118716820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass99,062 miles (+4,307)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    99,062 miles
    Test number
    358345022910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass94,755 miles (+6,687)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    94,755 miles
    Test number
    432734916146
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  9. Pass88,068 miles (+5,328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    88,068 miles
    Test number
    313375400459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  10. Pass82,740 miles (+4,410)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    82,740 miles
    Test number
    811188705395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass78,330 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    78,330 miles
    Test number
    142461691743
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  12. Fail78,329 miles (+9,274)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,329 miles
    Test number
    917626661581
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack repaired by welding (2.2.C.1e)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  13. Pass69,055 miles (+2,461)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    69,055 miles
    Test number
    965917813276
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass66,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    66,594 miles
    Test number
    276830543103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail66,594 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,594 miles
    Test number
    785510043137
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LM10 FDA

Does LM10 FDA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM10 FDA expired on 18 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM10 FDA?
The MOT on LM10 FDA expired on 18 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM10 FDA done?
LM10 FDA was recorded at 146,725 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2024, an average of 7,019 miles a year.
Has LM10 FDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 FDA has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LM10 FDA 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 FDA find?
LM10 FDA passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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