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BMW 3 Series

Purple · Petrol · 1997 · 2,494 cc

P940 LBAMOT history

P940 LBA is a purple petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Jun 1997. Its MOT expired on 16 Aug 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 98,334 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2023.

P940 LBA purple BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Aug 2024
Mileage
98,334 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,170 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P940 LBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
27 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

P940 LBA was last recorded at 98,334 miles on 17 Aug 2023, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,310 miles · 12 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
2,170 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 98,334 miles
  • 2022 – 98,310 miles
  • 2021 – 97,972 miles
  • 2019 – 92,934 miles
  • 2018 – 92,752 miles
  • 2017 – 92,724 miles
  • 2016 – 91,906 miles
  • 2015 – 91,789 miles
  • 2014 – 91,025 miles
  • 2013 – 89,086 miles
  • 2012 – 86,591 miles
  • 2011 – 83,524 miles
  • 2010 – 80,889 miles
  • 2009 – 76,758 miles
  • 2008 – 72,966 miles
  • 2007 – 68,421 miles
  • 2006 – 63,754 miles
  • 2005 – 58,965 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,334 miles
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,334 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    98,334 miles
    Test number
    683671159299
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass98,310 miles (+338)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    98,310 miles
    Test number
    332977246012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass97,972 miles (+5,038)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    97,972 miles
    Test number
    944450931481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass92,934 miles (+182)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    92,934 miles
    Test number
    582372968794
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear jacking point slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front jacking point slight corrosion

  5. Pass92,752 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    92,752 miles
    Test number
    534503013611
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  6. Fail92,752 miles (+28)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,752 miles
    Test number
    810771701978
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  7. Pass92,724 miles (+818)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    92,724 miles
    Test number
    100964263959
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres scrubbing inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass91,906 miles (+117)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    91,906 miles
    Test number
    845752690549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,789 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    91,789 miles
    Test number
    206669335114
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail91,789 miles (+764)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,789 miles
    Test number
    217669635423
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass91,025 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    91,025 miles
    Test number
    918150344113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail91,023 miles (+1,937)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,023 miles
    Test number
    159969134137
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass89,086 miles (+2,495)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    89,086 miles
    Test number
    138523943161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass86,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    86,591 miles
    Test number
    288415442172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail86,591 miles (+3,067)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,591 miles
    Test number
    396504142156
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass83,524 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    83,524 miles
    Test number
    955350241190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Fail83,523 miles (+2,634)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,523 miles
    Test number
    888417231107
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass80,889 miles (+4,131)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    80,889 miles
    Test number
    291844340175
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight free play in o/s rack end

  19. Pass76,758 miles (+3,792)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    76,758 miles
    Test number
    750267549164
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass72,966 miles (+4,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    72,966 miles
    Test number
    801368478111
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass68,421 miles (+4,667)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    68,421 miles
    Test number
    254196177493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass63,754 miles (+4,789)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    63,754 miles
    Test number
    711070786126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail58,965 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,965 miles
    Test number
    370565675105
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Questions about P940 LBA

Does P940 LBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P940 LBA expired on 16 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P940 LBA?
The MOT on P940 LBA expired on 16 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P940 LBA done?
P940 LBA was recorded at 98,334 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2023, an average of 2,170 miles a year.
Has P940 LBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P940 LBA has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2018.
Has the mileage on P940 LBA 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 P940 LBA find?
P940 LBA passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2023 with 1 advisory: parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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