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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LM10 KBEMOT history

LM10 KBE is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 14 May 2010. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 158,252 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2026.

LM10 KBE black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
158,252 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,833 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 KBE
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
14 May 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM10 KBE was last recorded at 158,252 miles on 15 Aug 2026, 4,588 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,664 miles · 3 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
4,588 miles
Average per year
6,833 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,252 miles
  • 2024 – 153,664 miles
  • 2023 – 146,531 miles
  • 2022 – 138,095 miles
  • 2021 – 134,704 miles
  • 2020 – 132,088 miles
  • 2019 – 129,107 miles
  • 2018 – 122,114 miles
  • 2017 – 114,052 miles
  • 2016 – 106,467 miles
  • 2015 – 99,518 miles
  • 2014 – 88,290 miles
  • 2013 – 67,483 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,252 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 3 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,252 miles (+4,588)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    158,252 miles
    Test number
    904301803219
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass153,664 miles (+7,133)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    153,664 miles
    Test number
    921845642566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass146,531 miles (+8,436)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    146,531 miles
    Test number
    149397605020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass138,095 miles (+3,391)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    138,095 miles
    Test number
    524987056415
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear dif leaking
  5. Pass134,704 miles (+2,616)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    134,704 miles
    Test number
    280912289515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass132,088 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    132,088 miles
    Test number
    259201257854
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail132,076 miles (+2,969)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,076 miles
    Test number
    775966589635
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass129,107 miles (+65)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    129,107 miles
    Test number
    450603493152
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Fail129,042 miles (+6,928)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,042 miles
    Test number
    970561118741
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass122,114 miles (+61)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    122,114 miles
    Test number
    475878147986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail122,053 miles (+8,001)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,053 miles
    Test number
    460957407754
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  12. Pass114,052 miles (+7,585)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    114,052 miles
    Test number
    708764216416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass106,467 miles (+6,949)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    106,467 miles
    Test number
    364434165875
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass99,518 miles (+11,228)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    99,518 miles
    Test number
    957206875065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass88,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    88,290 miles
    Test number
    136872094031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail88,290 miles (+20,807)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,290 miles
    Test number
    368952294044
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
  17. Pass67,483 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    67,483 miles
    Test number
    507073923150
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LM10 KBE

Does LM10 KBE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM10 KBE is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM10 KBE?
The MOT on LM10 KBE is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM10 KBE done?
LM10 KBE was recorded at 158,252 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2026, an average of 6,833 miles a year.
Has LM10 KBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 KBE has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on LM10 KBE 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 KBE find?
LM10 KBE passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both.

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