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BMW 3 Series

Bronze · Petrol · 2007 · 2,494 cc

LX07 BTUMOT history

LX07 BTU is a bronze petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Apr 2007. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 109,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

LX07 BTU bronze BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
109,970 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,999 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX07 BTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
20 Apr 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX07 BTU was last recorded at 109,970 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 325 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,645 miles · 7 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
325 miles
Average per year
5,999 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 109,970 miles
  • 2024 – 109,645 miles
  • 2023 – 107,712 miles
  • 2022 – 104,886 miles
  • 2021 – 102,791 miles
  • 2020 – 99,271 miles
  • 2019 – 92,273 miles
  • 2018 – 79,924 miles
  • 2017 – 60,895 miles
  • 2016 – 59,348 miles
  • 2015 – 54,201 miles
  • 2014 – 47,841 miles
  • 2013 – 40,948 miles
  • 2012 – 32,519 miles
  • 2011 – 24,309 miles
  • 2010 – 16,917 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,970 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,970 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    109,970 miles
    Test number
    318836054682
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail109,970 miles (+325)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,970 miles
    Test number
    184458778192
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass109,645 miles (+1,933)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    109,645 miles
    Test number
    612502420581
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass107,712 miles (+2,826)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    107,712 miles
    Test number
    567810896387
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass104,886 miles (+2,095)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    104,886 miles
    Test number
    411298633216
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass102,791 miles (+3,520)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    102,791 miles
    Test number
    498357218458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass99,271 miles (+6,998)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    99,271 miles
    Test number
    868338779142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass92,273 miles (+12,349)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    92,273 miles
    Test number
    839713700662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass79,924 miles (+19,029)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    79,924 miles
    Test number
    631262763039
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush spring arm outer bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass60,895 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    60,895 miles
    Test number
    833040895390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail60,893 miles (+1,545)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,893 miles
    Test number
    751202573415
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Pass59,348 miles (+5,147)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    59,348 miles
    Test number
    804382507647
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass54,201 miles (+6,360)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    54,201 miles
    Test number
    919981375198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    47,841 miles
    Test number
    876604984123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail47,841 miles (+6,893)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,841 miles
    Test number
    908234384162
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  16. Pass40,948 miles (+8,429)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    40,948 miles
    Test number
    379083283148
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass32,519 miles (+8,210)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    32,519 miles
    Test number
    378269072169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,309 miles (+7,392)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    24,309 miles
    Test number
    337662951134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,917 miles (+153)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    16,917 miles
    Test number
    672365070149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,764 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    16,764 miles
    Test number
    470469410128
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Fail16,764 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,764 miles
    Test number
    832673210165
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LX07 BTU

Does LX07 BTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX07 BTU is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LX07 BTU?
The MOT on LX07 BTU is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX07 BTU done?
LX07 BTU was recorded at 109,970 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 5,999 miles a year.
Has LX07 BTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX07 BTU has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LX07 BTU 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 LX07 BTU find?
LX07 BTU passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; offside rear coil spring corroded; rear inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, and 1 more.

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