BMW 3 Series
Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 2,993 cc
LS57 DMZMOT history
LS57 DMZ is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 169,397 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 21 Dec 2026
- Mileage
- 169,397 mi
- At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
- MOT tests
- 18
- 16 passed · 2 failed
- Per year
- 8,988 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LS57 DMZ
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 3 Series
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,993 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2007
- First used
- 12 Nov 2007
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 22 Dec 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LS57 DMZ was last recorded at 169,397 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 9,390 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 160,007 miles · 15 Feb 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 9,390 miles
- Average per year
- 8,988 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 169,397 miles
- 2024 – 147,235 miles
- 2022 – 136,451 miles
- 2021 – 127,572 miles
- 2020 – 116,980 miles
- 2019 – 112,979 miles
- 2018 – 101,410 miles
- 2017 – 90,634 miles
- 2016 – 82,258 miles
- 2015 – 72,843 miles
- 2014 – 64,833 miles
- 2013 – 60,381 miles
- 2012 – 51,712 miles
- 2011 – 41,063 miles
- 2010 – 34,001 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass169,397 miles
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear trailing arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear trailing arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
- 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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 inner edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Child seat fitted to n/s/r seat preventing the inspection of the adult seat belt.
Advisory2 MOTs, 2015
Undertrays fitted obscuring the view of some underside components.
Advisory2 MOTs, 2015
Full MOT history
18 tests since 29 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass169,397 miles (+9,390)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Dec 2026
- Odometer
- 169,397 miles
- Test number
- 340273591561
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear trailing arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear trailing arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- 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))
Pass160,007 miles (+12,772)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2026
- Odometer
- 160,007 miles
- Test number
- 851250493605
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both Rear Axle brackets on Sub-frame severely corroded. Will need attention soon (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass147,235 miles (+3)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- 147,235 miles
- Test number
- 511683713324
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail147,232 miles (+10,781)1 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 147,232 miles
- Test number
- 976683118357
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass136,451 miles (+8,879)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 136,451 miles
- Test number
- 151081849326
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
Pass127,572 miles (+10,592)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2022
- Odometer
- 127,572 miles
- Test number
- 657246641351
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened mounting brackets (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass116,980 miles (+4,001)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 116,980 miles
- Test number
- 711363719974
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass112,979 miles (+11,569)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 112,979 miles
- Test number
- 691365547293
- AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp bulb loose
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass101,410 miles (+10,776)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2019
- Odometer
- 101,410 miles
- Test number
- 143934356282
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass90,634 miles (+8,376)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2018
- Odometer
- 90,634 miles
- Test number
- 994535697731
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outter edge (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on centre (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on outter edge (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on centre (4.1.E.1)
Pass82,258 miles (+9,415)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 82,258 miles
- Test number
- 512836862373
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass72,843 miles (+88)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 72,843 miles
- Test number
- 642704905810
- AdvisoryChild seat fitted to n/s/r seat preventing the inspection of the adult seat belt.
- AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring the view of some underside components.
Fail72,755 miles (+7,922)1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 72,755 miles
- Test number
- 291473998792
- FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall. (4.1.D.1b)
- AdvisoryChild seat fitted to n/s/r seat preventing the inspection of the adult seat belt.
- AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring the view of some underside components.
Pass64,833 miles (+4,452)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 10 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 64,833 miles
- Test number
- 855894154245
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass60,381 miles (+8,669)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 60,381 miles
- Test number
- 329418693298
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass51,712 miles (+10,649)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 51,712 miles
- Test number
- 757732832354
- 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)
Pass41,063 miles (+7,062)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 41,063 miles
- Test number
- 146517001360
- AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass34,001 miles
- MOT expiry
- 28 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 34,001 miles
- Test number
- 224813830360
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LS57 DMZ
- Does LS57 DMZ currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS57 DMZ is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
- When is the MOT due on LS57 DMZ?
- The MOT on LS57 DMZ is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LS57 DMZ done?
- LS57 DMZ was recorded at 169,397 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 8,988 miles a year.
- Has LS57 DMZ ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LS57 DMZ has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2024.
- Has the mileage on LS57 DMZ 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 LS57 DMZ find?
- LS57 DMZ passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear trailing arm corroded; offside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened rear trailing arm corroded; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.
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