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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,997 cc

LS57 FVHMOT history

LS57 FVH is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Nov 2007. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2024 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 195,120 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2023.

LS57 FVH black 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 6 Dec 2024
Mileage
195,120 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2023
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,588 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS57 FVH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
19 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS57 FVH was last recorded at 195,120 miles on 29 Nov 2023, 8,638 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,482 miles · 7 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
8,638 miles
Average per year
9,588 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 195,120 miles
  • 2022 – 186,482 miles
  • 2021 – 175,343 miles
  • 2020 – 166,144 miles
  • 2019 – 152,141 miles
  • 2018 – 143,462 miles
  • 2017 – 135,944 miles
  • 2016 – 120,290 miles
  • 2015 – 95,962 miles
  • 2013 – 85,560 miles
  • 2012 – 80,282 miles
  • 2011 – 71,839 miles
  • 2010 – 69,012 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,120 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCovers Fitted On Sills (Inner & Outer) & Under-sealed
  • AdvisoryEngine Covers / Under-trays Fitted
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded.
  • AdvisoryVehicle is Under-sealed.

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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Covers and trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Central Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Engine cover and under tray fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 4 Oct 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,120 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    195,120 miles
    Test number
    106571029614
    • AdvisoryCovers Fitted On Sills (Inner & Outer) & Under-sealed
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers / Under-trays Fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded.
    • AdvisoryVehicle is Under-sealed.

  2. Fail195,120 miles (+8,638)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,120 miles
    Test number
    766069053523
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCovers Fitted On Sills (Inner & Outer) & Under-sealed
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers / Under-trays Fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded.
    • AdvisoryVehicle is Under-sealed.

  3. Pass186,482 miles (+11,139)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    186,482 miles
    Test number
    943756171331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass175,343 miles (+9,199)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    175,343 miles
    Test number
    469393134880
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Pass166,144 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    166,144 miles
    Test number
    272607039642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail166,140 miles (+13,999)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,140 miles
    Test number
    427871291005
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass152,141 miles (+8,679)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    152,141 miles
    Test number
    119083121237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass143,462 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    143,462 miles
    Test number
    144824344042
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCovers and trays fitted

  9. Fail143,462 miles (+7,518)1 dangerous3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,462 miles
    Test number
    702889533933
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCovers and trays fitted

  10. Pass135,944 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    135,944 miles
    Test number
    520605097093
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 50% worn. (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Camber arm. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre showing wear on inner shoulder.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 50% worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Camber arm. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRemove item from drivers view.

  11. Fail135,944 miles (+15,654)3 failures1 repaired12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,944 miles
    Test number
    262138007889
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testCentral Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 50% worn. (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Camber arm. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre showing wear on inner shoulder.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 50% worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Camber arm. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRemove item from drivers view.

  12. Pass120,290 miles (+24,328)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    120,290 miles
    Test number
    116404806376
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Outer joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Outer joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass95,962 miles (+10,402)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    95,962 miles
    Test number
    207540945011
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded / worn
    • NoteFont number plate is deteriorated
    • NoteOffside rear jacking pad is missing
    • NoteRear tyre treads are getting low ( wearing on inner edge )

  14. Fail85,560 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,560 miles
    Test number
    308094283234
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteFront discs pitted

  15. Pass85,560 miles (+5,278)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    85,560 miles
    Test number
    906114983294
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteFront discs pitted

  16. Pass80,282 miles (+8,443)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    80,282 miles
    Test number
    698785282296
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass71,839 miles (+2,827)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    71,839 miles
    Test number
    878451481293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail69,012 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,012 miles
    Test number
    324837570452
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass69,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    69,012 miles
    Test number
    334867170278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS57 FVH

Does LS57 FVH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS57 FVH expired on 6 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS57 FVH?
The MOT on LS57 FVH expired on 6 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS57 FVH done?
LS57 FVH was recorded at 195,120 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2023, an average of 9,588 miles a year.
Has LS57 FVH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS57 FVH has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LS57 FVH 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 FVH find?
LS57 FVH passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2023 with 7 advisories: covers fitted on sills (inner & outer) & under-sealed; engine covers / under-trays fitted; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside, and 4 more.

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