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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 2,497 cc

L13 EWDMOT history

L13 EWD is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 176,596 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

L13 EWD grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jun 2027
Mileage
176,596 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,978 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 EWD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
11 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 EWD was last recorded at 176,596 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 38 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,558 miles · 31 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
38 miles
Average per year
5,978 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,596 miles
  • 2025 – 176,509 miles
  • 2024 – 171,918 miles
  • 2023 – 161,751 miles
  • 2021 – 151,621 miles
  • 2020 – 144,288 miles
  • 2019 – 132,637 miles
  • 2018 – 119,041 miles
  • 2017 – 106,847 miles
  • 2016 – 103,485 miles
  • 2015 – 100,318 miles
  • 2014 – 97,002 miles
  • 2013 – 93,662 miles
  • 2012 – 89,809 miles
  • 2011 – 85,883 miles
  • 2010 – 81,450 miles
  • 2009 – 73,465 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,596 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 headlamp lens steamed up? x 2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) (secondary) brake grabbing slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear reversing lamps inop

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slight rubber perished /cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slight rubber perished /cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,596 miles (+38)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    176,596 miles
    Test number
    827319428943
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail176,558 miles (+49)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,558 miles
    Test number
    403941486821
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system lamp on

  3. Fail176,509 miles (+4,591)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,509 miles
    Test number
    689034592129
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass171,918 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    171,918 miles
    Test number
    208725663892
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp lens steamed up? x 2
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear reversing lamps inop

  5. Fail171,910 miles (+10,159)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,910 miles
    Test number
    214751762669
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault hand brake (1.7 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp lens steamed up? x 2
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear reversing lamps inop

  6. Pass161,751 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    161,751 miles
    Test number
    733284216505
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail161,751 miles (+10,130)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,751 miles
    Test number
    257842797249
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass151,621 miles (+7,333)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    151,621 miles
    Test number
    247464459892
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  9. Pass144,288 miles (+24)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    144,288 miles
    Test number
    335091775170
    • AdvisoryADVISE Front lower exhaust pipe support bracket slight damage/loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slight rubber perished /cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slight rubber perished /cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail144,264 miles (+11,627)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,264 miles
    Test number
    884779588680
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (Brake disc corroded lip ) (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (Brake disc corroded lip) (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryADVISE Tyre warning light is on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened WORN WITH EXCESS CORRODED LIP ON FACES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slight rubber perished /cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened WORN WITH EXCESS CORRODED LIP ON FACES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Slight rubber perished /cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass132,637 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    132,637 miles
    Test number
    420771850246
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre damaged on outer wall but not showing cords

  12. Fail132,637 miles (+13,596)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,637 miles
    Test number
    539207471781
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • Advisory50% of nearside rear position light inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear fog light and reverse light inop
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre damaged on outer wall but not showing cords

  13. Pass119,041 miles (+12,194)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    119,041 miles
    Test number
    186238667931
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass106,847 miles (+3,362)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    106,847 miles
    Test number
    166357168072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass103,485 miles (+3,167)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    103,485 miles
    Test number
    150521846691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass100,318 miles (+3,316)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    100,318 miles
    Test number
    449406905166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass97,002 miles (+3,340)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    97,002 miles
    Test number
    529572414113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass93,662 miles (+3,853)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    93,662 miles
    Test number
    655740423178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass89,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    89,809 miles
    Test number
    725695362199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail89,806 miles (+3,923)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,806 miles
    Test number
    605715062143
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside 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)

  21. Pass85,883 miles (+4,433)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    85,883 miles
    Test number
    659644041146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass81,450 miles (+7,985)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    81,450 miles
    Test number
    931904340168
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass73,465 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    73,465 miles
    Test number
    944837679016
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Fail73,465 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,465 miles
    Test number
    972777079032
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about L13 EWD

Does L13 EWD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 EWD is valid until 17 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L13 EWD?
The MOT on L13 EWD is valid until 17 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 EWD done?
L13 EWD was recorded at 176,596 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 5,978 miles a year.
Has L13 EWD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 EWD has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L13 EWD 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 EWD find?
L13 EWD passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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