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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LM10 GPOMOT history

LM10 GPO is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 11 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2026 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 162,065 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2025.

LM10 GPO black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2026
Mileage
162,065 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2025
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,563 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 GPO
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
11 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM10 GPO was last recorded at 162,065 miles on 30 Oct 2025, 15,046 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,019 miles · 6 May 2024
Between the last two tests
15,046 miles
Average per year
9,563 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 162,065 miles
  • 2024 – 147,019 miles
  • 2023 – 138,195 miles
  • 2022 – 124,227 miles
  • 2021 – 117,007 miles
  • 2020 – 104,619 miles
  • 2019 – 97,815 miles
  • 2018 – 89,436 miles
  • 2017 – 80,002 miles
  • 2016 – 68,542 miles
  • 2015 – 60,283 miles
  • 2014 – 54,239 miles
  • 2013 – 42,492 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,065 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront bumper loose
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light

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 legal limit/worn on edge (ALSO WORN INNER EDGE)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 29 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,065 miles (+15,046)1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    162,065 miles
    Test number
    572588876358
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light
  2. Pass147,019 miles (+8,824)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2025
    Odometer
    147,019 miles
    Test number
    475533178386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass138,195 miles (+13,968)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    138,195 miles
    Test number
    236043501952
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass124,227 miles (+7,220)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    124,227 miles
    Test number
    925027095401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass117,007 miles (+12,388)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    117,007 miles
    Test number
    274451629949
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear upper arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass104,619 miles (+6,804)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    104,619 miles
    Test number
    702063057419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass97,815 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    97,815 miles
    Test number
    623376704200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail97,812 miles (+8,376)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,812 miles
    Test number
    913746402822
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass89,436 miles (+238)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    89,436 miles
    Test number
    597402993789
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (ALSO WORN INNER EDGE) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail89,198 miles (+9,196)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,198 miles
    Test number
    504318019243
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (ALSO WORN INNER EDGE) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass80,002 miles (+11,460)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    80,002 miles
    Test number
    900461341684
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST FLEX PIPE WORN.
    • AdvisoryN/S/F TYRE WORN LOW ON EDGES.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  12. Pass68,542 miles (+8,259)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    68,542 miles
    Test number
    540964114369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,283 miles (+6,044)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    60,283 miles
    Test number
    235103955425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,239 miles (+11,747)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    54,239 miles
    Test number
    219125554150
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront pads appear low
    • NoteSlight damage to underside of front bumper
    • NoteStop lamp on dash
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass42,492 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    42,492 miles
    Test number
    289169613465
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM10 GPO

Does LM10 GPO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM10 GPO is valid until 29 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM10 GPO?
The MOT on LM10 GPO is valid until 29 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM10 GPO done?
LM10 GPO was recorded at 162,065 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2025, an average of 9,563 miles a year.
Has LM10 GPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 GPO has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on LM10 GPO 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 GPO find?
LM10 GPO passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 16 advisories: nearside rear stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 14 more.

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