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BMW 3 Series

Green · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LM10 ZGXMOT history

LM10 ZGX is a green diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Jun 2010. Its MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 162,814 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2025.

LM10 ZGX green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
162,814 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2025
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,333 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 ZGX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
18 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM10 ZGX was last recorded at 162,814 miles on 22 Oct 2025, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,789 miles · 18 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
8,333 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 162,814 miles
  • 2024 – 155,003 miles
  • 2023 – 150,228 miles
  • 2022 – 143,038 miles
  • 2021 – 138,664 miles
  • 2020 – 133,479 miles
  • 2019 – 124,739 miles
  • 2018 – 116,055 miles
  • 2017 – 107,540 miles
  • 2016 – 100,222 miles
  • 2015 – 82,892 miles
  • 2014 – 65,707 miles
  • 2013 – 59,755 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,814 miles
  • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear suspensionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,814 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    162,814 miles
    Test number
    804505160274
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear suspension
  2. Fail162,789 miles (+7,786)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,789 miles
    Test number
    591853471496
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear suspension
  3. Pass155,003 miles (+4,775)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    155,003 miles
    Test number
    313025089607
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on suspension
  4. Pass150,228 miles (+7,190)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    150,228 miles
    Test number
    758222087423
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Reward arm, outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame: attachment brackets corroded
  5. Pass143,038 miles (+4,374)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    143,038 miles
    Test number
    800663220980
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded
  6. Pass138,664 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    138,664 miles
    Test number
    350361747147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear subframe attachment brackets. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Fail138,664 miles (+5,185)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,664 miles
    Test number
    263030746966
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear subframe attachment brackets. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass133,479 miles (+8,740)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    133,479 miles
    Test number
    820547588913
    • AdvisoryBoth rear subframe mount brackets, general surface corrosion.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass124,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    124,739 miles
    Test number
    889256173119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail124,739 miles (+8,684)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,739 miles
    Test number
    402257275453
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  11. Pass116,055 miles (+8,515)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    116,055 miles
    Test number
    372485091689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass107,540 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    107,540 miles
    Test number
    362981019652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass107,524 miles (+7,302)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    107,524 miles
    Test number
    647562609865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass100,222 miles (+17,330)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    100,222 miles
    Test number
    325975181706
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront tyres starting to wear on the inside edgw
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on inside edge
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  15. Pass82,892 miles (+17,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    82,892 miles
    Test number
    291874760059
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted unable to inspect
  16. Pass65,707 miles (+3,845)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    65,707 miles
    Test number
    676547484287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,862 miles (+2,107)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    61,862 miles
    Test number
    585892344080
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNo measureable level of smoke was emitted from vehicle exhaust
  18. Pass59,755 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    59,755 miles
    Test number
    218821563428
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LM10 ZGX

Does LM10 ZGX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM10 ZGX expired on 23 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM10 ZGX?
The MOT on LM10 ZGX expired on 23 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM10 ZGX done?
LM10 ZGX was recorded at 162,814 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2025, an average of 8,333 miles a year.
Has LM10 ZGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 ZGX has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LM10 ZGX 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 ZGX find?
LM10 ZGX passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: corrosion on rear suspension.

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