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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LS57 HPCMOT history

LS57 HPC is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Nov 2007. Its MOT expired on 12 Sept 2023 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 207,146 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Sept 2022.

LS57 HPC silver 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 12 Sept 2023
Mileage
207,146 mi
At MOT on 13 Sept 2022
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,820 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS57 HPC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
13 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS57 HPC was last recorded at 207,146 miles on 13 Sept 2022, 59 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
207,087 miles · 7 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
59 miles
Average per year
10,820 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 207,146 miles
  • 2021 – 187,445 miles
  • 2020 – 178,703 miles
  • 2019 – 171,937 miles
  • 2018 – 165,931 miles
  • 2017 – 158,428 miles
  • 2016 – 150,324 miles
  • 2015 – 143,263 miles
  • 2014 – 133,478 miles
  • 2013 – 118,819 miles
  • 2012 – 108,262 miles
  • 2011 – 98,879 miles
  • 2010 – 78,254 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass207,146 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside rear lower sidelight inop
  • AdvisoryPlay in both rear lower suspension arm outer bushesRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySlight play offside rear upper suspension arm inner bushRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning lamp onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Slight play in offside rear upper suspension arm inner bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Oct 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass207,146 miles (+59)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    207,146 miles
    Test number
    175194629510
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear lower sidelight inop
    • AdvisoryPlay in both rear lower suspension arm outer bushes
    • AdvisorySlight play offside rear upper suspension arm inner bush
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning lamp on

  2. Fail207,087 miles (+19,642)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,087 miles
    Test number
    822454755842
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in both rear lower suspension arm outer bushes
    • AdvisorySlight play offside rear upper suspension arm inner bush
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning lamp on

  3. Pass187,445 miles (+8,742)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    187,445 miles
    Test number
    834645529235
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in both rear lower suspension arm outer bushes
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads 2/3 worn
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside rear upper suspension arm inner bush

  4. Pass178,703 miles (+6,766)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    178,703 miles
    Test number
    851116647867
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads 3/4 worn and discs slight wear
    • AdvisoryPlay in both rear lower suspension arm outer bushes
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside rear upper suspension arm inner bush

  5. Pass171,937 miles (+6,006)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    171,937 miles
    Test number
    107764068681
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play in both rear lower suspension arm outer bushes

  6. Pass165,931 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    165,931 miles
    Test number
    568149247022
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail165,931 miles (+7,503)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,931 miles
    Test number
    976800676630
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass158,428 miles (+8,104)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    158,428 miles
    Test number
    794197636044
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Pass150,324 miles (+7,061)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    150,324 miles
    Test number
    331504340560
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass143,263 miles (+9,785)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    143,263 miles
    Test number
    806993825277
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass133,478 miles (+14,659)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    133,478 miles
    Test number
    509828214241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass118,819 miles (+10,557)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    118,819 miles
    Test number
    698031803226
    • NoteF/tyres wearing on inner edges

  13. Fail108,262 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,262 miles
    Test number
    559504312279
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteJacking block missing nsr sill

  14. Pass108,262 miles (+9,383)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    108,262 miles
    Test number
    955254812256
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteJacking block missing nsr sill

  15. Pass98,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    98,879 miles
    Test number
    986564921220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail98,879 miles (+20,625)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,879 miles
    Test number
    346054721237
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass78,254 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    78,254 miles
    Test number
    940688980226
    • NoteN/S/R jacking point missing

  18. Fail78,252 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,252 miles
    Test number
    270098780265
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteN/S/R jacking point missing

Questions about LS57 HPC

Does LS57 HPC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS57 HPC expired on 12 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS57 HPC?
The MOT on LS57 HPC expired on 12 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS57 HPC done?
LS57 HPC was recorded at 207,146 miles at its MOT on 13 Sept 2022, an average of 10,820 miles a year.
Has LS57 HPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS57 HPC has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LS57 HPC 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 HPC find?
LS57 HPC passed its latest MOT on 13 Sept 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm; offside rear lower sidelight inop; play in both rear lower suspension arm outer bushes, and 2 more.

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