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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

L100 DHWMOT history

L100 DHW is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Aug 2005. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 177,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2024.

L100 DHW blue 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 3 Oct 2025
Mileage
177,949 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2024
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,134 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L100 DHW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L100 DHW was last recorded at 177,949 miles on 4 Oct 2024, 3,050 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,899 miles · 1 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
3,050 miles
Average per year
7,134 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 177,949 miles
  • 2023 – 174,899 miles
  • 2022 – 168,557 miles
  • 2021 – 160,961 miles
  • 2020 – 153,710 miles
  • 2019 – 148,038 miles
  • 2018 – 140,872 miles
  • 2017 – 137,123 miles
  • 2016 – 131,825 miles
  • 2015 – 124,785 miles
  • 2014 – 117,233 miles
  • 2013 – 105,942 miles
  • 2012 – 99,324 miles
  • 2011 – 89,176 miles
  • 2010 – 79,491 miles
  • 2009 – 71,649 miles
  • 2008 – 62,271 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,949 miles
  • AdvisoryMinimum reserve travel left on park brake

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Light corrosion on various brake pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,949 miles (+3,050)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    177,949 miles
    Test number
    726343057171
    • AdvisoryMinimum reserve travel left on park brake

  2. Pass174,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    174,899 miles
    Test number
    806375371909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail174,898 miles (+6,341)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,898 miles
    Test number
    103358364739
    • MajorNearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle caused by front lower arm (excessive play) (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect uc/sun damaged lens (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass168,557 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    168,557 miles
    Test number
    570107000664
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion on various brake pipes

  5. Fail168,556 miles (+7,595)3 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,556 miles
    Test number
    784657914681
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion on various brake pipes

  6. Pass160,961 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    160,961 miles
    Test number
    363251147688
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail160,961 miles (+7,251)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,961 miles
    Test number
    957696990994
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault cleared (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass153,710 miles (+5,672)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    153,710 miles
    Test number
    303009066687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass148,038 miles (+7,166)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    148,038 miles
    Test number
    862255248668
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank and surrounding area damp, no leaks found
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just reached requirements

  10. Pass140,872 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    140,872 miles
    Test number
    903749158550
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail140,868 miles (+3,745)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,868 miles
    Test number
    923715280483
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass137,123 miles (+5,298)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    137,123 miles
    Test number
    771472587015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass131,825 miles (+7,040)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    131,825 miles
    Test number
    591482179095
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 255 35 ZR 18 94W PRIMEWELL (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass124,785 miles (+7,552)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    124,785 miles
    Test number
    125228151508
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass117,233 miles (+11,291)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    117,233 miles
    Test number
    966275214338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass105,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    105,942 miles
    Test number
    337902453231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass109,942 miles (+10,618)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    109,942 miles
    Test number
    388812653295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass99,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    99,324 miles
    Test number
    708112442373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass993,324 miles (+895,409)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    993,324 miles
    Test number
    189922442388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass97,915 miles (+8,739)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    97,915 miles
    Test number
    129293732239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass89,176 miles (+9,685)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    89,176 miles
    Test number
    949114821292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass79,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    79,491 miles
    Test number
    513715120221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail79,491 miles (+7,842)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,491 miles
    Test number
    414965120266
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  24. Pass71,649 miles (+264)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    71,649 miles
    Test number
    522942139267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail71,385 miles (+9,114)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,385 miles
    Test number
    242113329269
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass62,271 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    62,271 miles
    Test number
    252620308228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail62,270 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,270 miles
    Test number
    570169898108
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about L100 DHW

Does L100 DHW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L100 DHW expired on 3 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L100 DHW?
The MOT on L100 DHW expired on 3 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L100 DHW done?
L100 DHW was recorded at 177,949 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2024, an average of 7,134 miles a year.
Has L100 DHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L100 DHW has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on L100 DHW 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 L100 DHW find?
L100 DHW passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2024 with 1 advisory: minimum reserve travel left on park brake.

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