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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

L11 VPKMOT history

L11 VPK is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 127,494 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

L11 VPK black 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 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
127,494 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,386 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L11 VPK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
21 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L11 VPK was last recorded at 127,494 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,492 miles · 26 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,386 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,494 miles
  • 2024 – 125,173 miles
  • 2023 – 122,821 miles
  • 2022 – 118,716 miles
  • 2021 – 115,572 miles
  • 2019 – 111,288 miles
  • 2018 – 106,900 miles
  • 2017 – 104,045 miles
  • 2016 – 100,293 miles
  • 2015 – 89,876 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,494 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Nearside rear shocker starting to leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside rear tyre cracking along tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,494 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    127,494 miles
    Test number
    336349307958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail127,492 miles (+2,319)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,492 miles
    Test number
    362667543808
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass125,173 miles (+2,352)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    125,173 miles
    Test number
    187682010333
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass122,821 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    122,821 miles
    Test number
    241108799700
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail122,821 miles (+4,105)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,821 miles
    Test number
    832038868877
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass118,716 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    118,716 miles
    Test number
    586438690294
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail118,716 miles (+3,144)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,716 miles
    Test number
    113885434320
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass115,572 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    115,572 miles
    Test number
    859889124136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shocker starting to leak
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking along tread

  9. Fail115,572 miles (+4,284)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,572 miles
    Test number
    645195237824
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shocker starting to leak
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking along tread
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  10. Pass111,288 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    111,288 miles
    Test number
    796514697774
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail111,288 miles (+4,388)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,288 miles
    Test number
    851006547899
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass106,900 miles (+2,855)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    106,900 miles
    Test number
    711068199705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass104,045 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    104,045 miles
    Test number
    876619538760
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre bald on outer edge
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread Both (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail104,045 miles (+3,752)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,045 miles
    Test number
    494674137540
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre bald on outer edge
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread Both (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass100,293 miles (+10,417)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    100,293 miles
    Test number
    623034250515
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass89,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    89,876 miles
    Test number
    385840755036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail89,876 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,876 miles
    Test number
    535700355041
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about L11 VPK

Does L11 VPK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L11 VPK is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L11 VPK?
The MOT on L11 VPK is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L11 VPK done?
L11 VPK was recorded at 127,494 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 3,386 miles a year.
Has L11 VPK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L11 VPK has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L11 VPK 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 L11 VPK find?
L11 VPK passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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