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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LM10 LDYMOT history

LM10 LDY is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Apr 2010. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 155,723 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

LM10 LDY black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
155,723 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,362 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 LDY
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
30 Apr 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM10 LDY was last recorded at 155,723 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 3,960 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,763 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,960 miles
Average per year
9,362 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,723 miles
  • 2025 – 151,763 miles
  • 2024 – 146,691 miles
  • 2023 – 140,306 miles
  • 2022 – 130,934 miles
  • 2021 – 111,203 miles
  • 2020 – 101,505 miles
  • 2019 – 87,391 miles
  • 2018 – 76,256 miles
  • 2017 – 67,749 miles
  • 2016 – 57,447 miles
  • 2015 – 47,522 miles
  • 2014 – 37,037 miles
  • 2013 – 32,075 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,723 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

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 tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Both front tyres worn low on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • N/s/r tyre worn smooth on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,723 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    155,723 miles
    Test number
    402093175117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  2. Fail155,723 miles (+3,960)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,723 miles
    Test number
    531141773743
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  3. Pass151,763 miles (+5,072)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    151,763 miles
    Test number
    151768364160
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass146,691 miles (+6,385)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    146,691 miles
    Test number
    625284240319
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass140,306 miles (+9,372)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    140,306 miles
    Test number
    696697606508
    • MinorFront passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass130,934 miles (+19,731)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    130,934 miles
    Test number
    739027346184
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass111,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    111,203 miles
    Test number
    997343510377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail111,203 miles (+9,698)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,203 miles
    Test number
    136893955429
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass101,505 miles (+18)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    101,505 miles
    Test number
    101647332254
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn smooth on inner edge

  10. Fail101,487 miles (+14,096)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,487 miles
    Test number
    338802319812
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn smooth on inner edge

  11. Pass87,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    87,391 miles
    Test number
    787183615037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail87,391 miles (+11,135)4 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,391 miles
    Test number
    316023166114
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass76,256 miles (+8,507)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    76,256 miles
    Test number
    490253286720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,749 miles (+453)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    67,749 miles
    Test number
    536342613654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,296 miles (+9,849)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    67,296 miles
    Test number
    196954462664
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension bump stops perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension bump stops perished

  16. Pass57,447 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    57,447 miles
    Test number
    258969185159
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency low

  17. Fail57,441 miles (+9,919)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,441 miles
    Test number
    973475206186
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryGeneral brake warning light illuminated, possibly due to worn out front pads
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency low

  18. Pass47,522 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    47,522 miles
    Test number
    518700645062
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Fail47,522 miles (+10,485)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,522 miles
    Test number
    556820445090
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass37,037 miles (+4,962)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    37,037 miles
    Test number
    489822644087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    32,075 miles
    Test number
    219420953195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM10 LDY

Does LM10 LDY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM10 LDY is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM10 LDY?
The MOT on LM10 LDY is valid until 13 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 LDY done?
LM10 LDY was recorded at 155,723 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 9,362 miles a year.
Has LM10 LDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 LDY has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LM10 LDY 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 LDY find?
LM10 LDY passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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