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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LM10 FYCMOT history

LM10 FYC is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Apr 2010. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 209,182 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

LM10 FYC black 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 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
209,182 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
13,878 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 FYC
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
23 Apr 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM10 FYC was last recorded at 209,182 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 16,393 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,789 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
16,393 miles
Average per year
13,878 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 209,182 miles
  • 2024 – 192,789 miles
  • 2023 – 179,570 miles
  • 2022 – 169,607 miles
  • 2021 – 161,845 miles
  • 2020 – 154,261 miles
  • 2019 – 145,722 miles
  • 2018 – 137,161 miles
  • 2017 – 132,350 miles
  • 2016 – 118,258 miles
  • 2015 – 87,293 miles
  • 2014 – 48,383 miles
  • 2013 – 33,643 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass209,182 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass209,182 miles (+16,393)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    209,182 miles
    Test number
    496117923240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass192,789 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    192,789 miles
    Test number
    754821729999
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  3. Fail192,786 miles (+13,216)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,786 miles
    Test number
    440505034476
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged routed wrong wire too long possible of fouling wheel (1.6 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases clamp loose on cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  4. Pass179,570 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    179,570 miles
    Test number
    273663592999
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail179,567 miles (+9,960)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,567 miles
    Test number
    631893073268
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass169,607 miles (+7,762)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    169,607 miles
    Test number
    826231472243
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass161,845 miles (+7,584)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    161,845 miles
    Test number
    183765066198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass154,261 miles (+8,539)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    154,261 miles
    Test number
    364430170303
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  9. Pass145,722 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    145,722 miles
    Test number
    609323595837
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 10mm stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Has wear to inner/outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn/ 3mm across tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner/outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn/ 2mm across tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail145,722 miles (+8,561)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,722 miles
    Test number
    319412545497
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 10mm stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Has wear to inner/outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn/ 3mm across tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner/outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn/ 2mm across tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass137,161 miles (+4,811)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    137,161 miles
    Test number
    891526498613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass132,350 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    132,350 miles
    Test number
    862475169532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail132,343 miles (+14,085)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,343 miles
    Test number
    406367504278
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported front to centre clamp broken (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  14. Pass118,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    118,258 miles
    Test number
    819580187546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail118,258 miles (+30,965)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,258 miles
    Test number
    682529650892
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass87,293 miles (+38,910)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    87,293 miles
    Test number
    143466870843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    48,383 miles
    Test number
    129253384207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,383 miles (+5,298)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,383 miles
    Test number
    978894484296
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  19. Pass43,085 miles (+9,442)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    43,085 miles
    Test number
    117086374430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,643 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    33,643 miles
    Test number
    939439793080
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

Questions about LM10 FYC

Does LM10 FYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM10 FYC is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM10 FYC?
The MOT on LM10 FYC is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM10 FYC done?
LM10 FYC was recorded at 209,182 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 13,878 miles a year.
Has LM10 FYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 FYC has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LM10 FYC 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 FYC find?
LM10 FYC passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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