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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 2,996 cc

L13 BCAMOT history

L13 BCA is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Apr 2007. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 126,376 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

L13 BCA silver 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 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
126,376 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,253 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 BCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
12 Apr 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 BCA was last recorded at 126,376 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,374 miles · 9 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,253 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,376 miles
  • 2025 – 122,290 miles
  • 2024 – 115,515 miles
  • 2023 – 112,787 miles
  • 2022 – 108,906 miles
  • 2020 – 105,399 miles
  • 2019 – 104,500 miles
  • 2018 – 103,531 miles
  • 2017 – 99,167 miles
  • 2016 – 94,184 miles
  • 2015 – 90,644 miles
  • 2014 – 79,734 miles
  • 2013 – 57,554 miles
  • 2012 – 44,746 miles
  • 2011 – 40,271 miles
  • 2010 – 27,769 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,376 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,376 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    126,376 miles
    Test number
    544424127197
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail126,374 miles (+4,084)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,374 miles
    Test number
    521704793066
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass122,290 miles (+6,775)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    122,290 miles
    Test number
    457898709485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outer edge 225x45x17 0-5-5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall damaged / buffed away by possible previous broken spring (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outer edge 225x45x17 0-5-5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass115,515 miles (+2,728)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    115,515 miles
    Test number
    402315934119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass112,787 miles (+3,881)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    112,787 miles
    Test number
    158428914514
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass108,906 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    108,906 miles
    Test number
    228404010476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail108,904 miles (+3,505)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,904 miles
    Test number
    422182269457
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass105,399 miles (+899)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    105,399 miles
    Test number
    962030966621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass104,500 miles (+969)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,500 miles
    Test number
    149983153201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass103,531 miles (+4,364)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    103,531 miles
    Test number
    509883808241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass99,167 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    99,167 miles
    Test number
    358748015539
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Fail99,167 miles (+4,983)3 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,167 miles
    Test number
    637146806232
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  13. Pass94,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    94,184 miles
    Test number
    529158423166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail94,184 miles (+3,540)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,184 miles
    Test number
    848511612886
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass90,644 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    90,644 miles
    Test number
    746921947443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre scalloping on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel has been welded, repair to inner bead area
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail90,644 miles (+10,910)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,644 miles
    Test number
    208118385152
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRunflat & non runflat tyres fitted across rear axle

  17. Pass79,734 miles (+22,180)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    79,734 miles
    Test number
    586105174119
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass57,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    57,554 miles
    Test number
    926613643178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail57,554 miles (+12,808)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,554 miles
    Test number
    477283443110
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)

  20. Pass44,746 miles (+4,475)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    44,746 miles
    Test number
    259564202467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,271 miles (+12,502)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    40,271 miles
    Test number
    838533631109
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  22. Pass27,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    27,769 miles
    Test number
    544437990050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L13 BCA

Does L13 BCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 BCA is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L13 BCA?
The MOT on L13 BCA is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 BCA done?
L13 BCA was recorded at 126,376 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 6,253 miles a year.
Has L13 BCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 BCA has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L13 BCA 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 L13 BCA find?
L13 BCA passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: front oil leak, but not excessive.

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