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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,979 cc

L10 BEWMOT history

L10 BEW is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 91,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

L10 BEW 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 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
91,433 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,861 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L10 BEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
23 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L10 BEW was last recorded at 91,433 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 582 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,851 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
582 miles
Average per year
2,861 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,433 miles
  • 2025 – 90,851 miles
  • 2024 – 89,601 miles
  • 2023 – 87,586 miles
  • 2022 – 83,616 miles
  • 2021 – 80,150 miles
  • 2019 – 79,630 miles
  • 2018 – 78,327 miles
  • 2017 – 77,653 miles
  • 2016 – 76,730 miles
  • 2015 – 76,384 miles
  • 2014 – 73,723 miles
  • 2013 – 66,800 miles
  • 2011 – 45,588 miles
  • 2010 – 41,797 miles
  • 2008 – 40,929 miles
  • 2007 – 39,771 miles
  • 2006 – 35,927 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,433 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,433 miles (+582)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    91,433 miles
    Test number
    881985463297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass90,851 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    90,851 miles
    Test number
    978006923208
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail90,851 miles (+1,250)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,851 miles
    Test number
    676659383780
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass89,601 miles (+2,015)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    89,601 miles
    Test number
    961513812341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass87,586 miles (+129)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    87,586 miles
    Test number
    742609947217
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail87,457 miles (+3,841)5 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,457 miles
    Test number
    523817556398
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass83,616 miles (+3,466)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    83,616 miles
    Test number
    678567082124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,150 miles (+520)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    80,150 miles
    Test number
    924104170860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass79,630 miles (+1,303)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    79,630 miles
    Test number
    293195589869
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass78,327 miles (+674)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    78,327 miles
    Test number
    109426933416
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass77,653 miles (+923)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    77,653 miles
    Test number
    156931937758
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass76,730 miles (+346)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    76,730 miles
    Test number
    805307954526
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass76,384 miles (+2,661)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    76,384 miles
    Test number
    258738145489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,723 miles (+6,923)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    73,723 miles
    Test number
    918755684058
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass66,800 miles3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    66,800 miles
    Test number
    796973933059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteOffside front tyre bald edges
    • NoteOil level low, warning lamp on

  16. Fail66,800 miles (+21,212)1 repaired3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,800 miles
    Test number
    989863833001
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteOffside front tyre bald edges
    • NoteOil level low, warning lamp on

  17. Pass45,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    45,588 miles
    Test number
    315602241372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail45,588 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,588 miles
    Test number
    348352541395
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Fail45,588 miles (+3,043)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,588 miles
    Test number
    419102841451
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass42,545 miles (+748)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    42,545 miles
    Test number
    876472261081
    • NoteRear springs not visable

  21. Pass41,797 miles (+868)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    41,797 miles
    Test number
    411011060046
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass40,929 miles (+1,158)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    40,929 miles
    Test number
    673413188216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    39,771 miles
    Test number
    590856507357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail39,771 miles (+3,844)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,771 miles
    Test number
    781896807378
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass35,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    35,927 miles
    Test number
    130485506305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L10 BEW

Does L10 BEW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L10 BEW is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L10 BEW?
The MOT on L10 BEW is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L10 BEW done?
L10 BEW was recorded at 91,433 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 2,861 miles a year.
Has L10 BEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L10 BEW has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on L10 BEW 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 L10 BEW find?
L10 BEW passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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