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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2013 · 2,993 cc

LS57 LEWMOT history

LS57 LEW is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Jun 2013. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 157,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

LS57 LEW blue 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 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
157,535 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,044 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS57 LEW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
24 Jun 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS57 LEW was last recorded at 157,535 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 15,113 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,422 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
15,113 miles
Average per year
12,044 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,535 miles
  • 2025 – 142,422 miles
  • 2024 – 126,046 miles
  • 2023 – 115,645 miles
  • 2022 – 99,149 miles
  • 2020 – 87,059 miles
  • 2019 – 74,193 miles
  • 2018 – 64,658 miles
  • 2017 – 53,201 miles
  • 2016 – 40,009 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,535 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear diff leaking oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 23 May 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,535 miles (+15,113)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    157,535 miles
    Test number
    330106819364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass142,422 miles (+16,376)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    142,422 miles
    Test number
    110680715324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass126,046 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    126,046 miles
    Test number
    304792194636
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail126,046 miles (+10,401)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,046 miles
    Test number
    436517298962
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower front. both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass115,645 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    115,645 miles
    Test number
    332592895105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking oil

  6. Fail115,640 miles (+16,491)2 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,640 miles
    Test number
    507805306907
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking oil

  7. Pass99,149 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    99,149 miles
    Test number
    336925346524
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail99,147 miles (+12,088)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,147 miles
    Test number
    327642633147
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass87,059 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    87,059 miles
    Test number
    880842801247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail87,050 miles (+12,857)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,050 miles
    Test number
    200345886248
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass74,193 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    74,193 miles
    Test number
    322066805820
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail74,193 miles (+9,535)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,193 miles
    Test number
    498705613135
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass64,658 miles (+11,457)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    64,658 miles
    Test number
    621177618399
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass53,201 miles (+13,192)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    53,201 miles
    Test number
    710172938886
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass40,009 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    40,009 miles
    Test number
    643407999704
    • 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)

Questions about LS57 LEW

Does LS57 LEW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS57 LEW is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS57 LEW?
The MOT on LS57 LEW is valid until 7 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS57 LEW done?
LS57 LEW was recorded at 157,535 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 12,044 miles a year.
Has LS57 LEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS57 LEW has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LS57 LEW 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 LEW find?
LS57 LEW passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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