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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 2,494 cc

R129 LPHMOT history

R129 LPH is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Aug 1997. Its MOT expired on 3 Dec 2022 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 107,172 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2021.

R129 LPH blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Dec 2022
Mileage
107,172 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2021
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,041 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R129 LPH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
15 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

R129 LPH was last recorded at 107,172 miles on 4 Dec 2021, 9,116 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Apr 2017: 86,354 miles, lower than 86,437 miles on 10 Apr 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
98,056 miles · 31 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
9,116 miles
Average per year
5,041 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 107,172 miles
  • 2020 – 98,056 miles
  • 2019 – 92,815 miles
  • 2018 – 88,212 miles
  • 2017 – 86,354 miles
  • 2014 – 79,861 miles
  • 2013 – 76,746 miles
  • 2012 – 69,800 miles
  • 2011 – 61,475 miles
  • 2010 – 56,915 miles
  • 2009 – 50,825 miles
  • 2008 – 43,154 miles
  • 2007 – 36,754 miles
  • 2006 – 29,454 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,172 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,172 miles (+9,116)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    107,172 miles
    Test number
    988845583871
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass98,056 miles (+5,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    98,056 miles
    Test number
    976720055151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play and offside (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass92,815 miles (+4,603)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    92,815 miles
    Test number
    664173961768
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass88,212 miles (+1,858)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    88,212 miles
    Test number
    595449571214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear the braking system requires adjustment or repair

  5. Pass86,354 miles (-83)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    86,354 miles
    Test number
    872172929331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail86,437 miles (+6,576)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,437 miles
    Test number
    839683703876
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn to cord (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass79,861 miles (+3,115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    79,861 miles
    Test number
    437871814319
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Pass76,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    76,746 miles
    Test number
    755154683169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail76,746 miles (+6,946)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,746 miles
    Test number
    107013783174
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  10. Pass69,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    69,800 miles
    Test number
    207702092137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail69,797 miles (+66)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,797 miles
    Test number
    509402992103
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Fail69,731 miles (+8,256)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,731 miles
    Test number
    587908082142
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass61,475 miles (+4,560)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    61,475 miles
    Test number
    418172781184
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAIR BAG LIGHT ON

  14. Pass56,915 miles (+436)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    56,915 miles
    Test number
    154461400289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail56,479 miles (+5,654)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,479 miles
    Test number
    431795190168
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  16. Pass50,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    50,825 miles
    Test number
    323317799129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail50,825 miles (+7,671)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,825 miles
    Test number
    431286699178
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • 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)

  18. Pass43,154 miles (+119)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    43,154 miles
    Test number
    214293608267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail43,035 miles (+6,281)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,035 miles
    Test number
    411026998167
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  20. Pass36,754 miles (+7,300)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    36,754 miles
    Test number
    564664187119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    29,454 miles
    Test number
    982016486158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R129 LPH

Does R129 LPH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R129 LPH expired on 3 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R129 LPH?
The MOT on R129 LPH expired on 3 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R129 LPH done?
R129 LPH was recorded at 107,172 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2021, an average of 5,041 miles a year.
Has R129 LPH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R129 LPH has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2017.
Has the mileage on R129 LPH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Apr 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R129 LPH find?
R129 LPH passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2021 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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