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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LM13 FBUMOT history

LM13 FBU is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 May 2013. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 112,477 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

LM13 FBU 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 11 May 2027
Mileage
112,477 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,767 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM13 FBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
31 May 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM13 FBU was last recorded at 112,477 miles on 12 May 2026, 6,921 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,556 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,921 miles
Average per year
5,767 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,477 miles
  • 2025 – 105,556 miles
  • 2024 – 99,907 miles
  • 2023 – 93,976 miles
  • 2021 – 82,096 miles
  • 2020 – 75,951 miles
  • 2019 – 71,807 miles
  • 2018 – 68,139 miles
  • 2017 – 62,941 miles
  • 2016 – 55,023 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,477 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 25 May 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,477 miles (+6,921)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    112,477 miles
    Test number
    341021950210
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass105,556 miles (+5,649)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    105,556 miles
    Test number
    629294021359
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass99,907 miles (+5,931)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    99,907 miles
    Test number
    270233544145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  4. Pass93,976 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    93,976 miles
    Test number
    686267271535
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge part worn fitted (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail93,976 miles (+8)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,976 miles
    Test number
    744189892473
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail93,968 miles (+11,872)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,968 miles
    Test number
    846587802303
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Fitted with LED bulbs (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible fitted with LED bulbs (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass82,096 miles (+2,626)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    82,096 miles
    Test number
    218214046082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    79,470 miles
    Test number
    902022091717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail79,470 miles (+3,519)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,470 miles
    Test number
    833843262625
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass75,951 miles (+4,144)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    75,951 miles
    Test number
    435305958752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass71,807 miles (+3,668)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    71,807 miles
    Test number
    109492301410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass68,139 miles (+5,198)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    68,139 miles
    Test number
    811949767413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,941 miles (+7,918)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    62,941 miles
    Test number
    829599403858
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  14. Pass55,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    55,023 miles
    Test number
    637057139342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM13 FBU

Does LM13 FBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM13 FBU is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM13 FBU?
The MOT on LM13 FBU is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM13 FBU done?
LM13 FBU was recorded at 112,477 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 5,767 miles a year.
Has LM13 FBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM13 FBU has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LM13 FBU 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 LM13 FBU find?
LM13 FBU passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 2 advisories: front suspension component ball joint has slight play; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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