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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,497 cc

L13 LHYMOT history

L13 LHY is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 117,178 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

L13 LHY black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
117,178 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,063 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 LHY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 LHY was last recorded at 117,178 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 5,831 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,347 miles · 7 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,831 miles
Average per year
5,063 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,178 miles
  • 2024 – 111,347 miles
  • 2023 – 105,409 miles
  • 2022 – 96,272 miles
  • 2021 – 93,311 miles
  • 2020 – 91,466 miles
  • 2019 – 90,921 miles
  • 2018 – 88,544 miles
  • 2017 – 88,071 miles
  • 2016 – 83,906 miles
  • 2015 – 78,109 miles
  • 2014 – 72,508 miles
  • 2013 – 67,114 miles
  • 2012 – 61,710 miles
  • 2011 – 54,750 miles
  • 2010 – 45,439 miles
  • 2009 – 35,769 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,178 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass117,178 miles (+5,831)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    117,178 miles
    Test number
    372869095210
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass111,347 miles (+5,938)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    111,347 miles
    Test number
    283855186723
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perished no play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass105,409 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    105,409 miles
    Test number
    951543237760
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail105,397 miles (+9,125)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,397 miles
    Test number
    203509308910
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass96,272 miles (+2,961)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    96,272 miles
    Test number
    121110578112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass93,311 miles (+1,845)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    93,311 miles
    Test number
    728541537912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass91,466 miles (+545)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    91,466 miles
    Test number
    854167572656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,921 miles (+2,377)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    90,921 miles
    Test number
    479423827147
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slightly out of shape inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass88,544 miles (+473)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    88,544 miles
    Test number
    575136600533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass88,071 miles (+4,165)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    88,071 miles
    Test number
    653040842653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass83,906 miles (+5,797)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    83,906 miles
    Test number
    538396876692
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges

  12. Pass78,109 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    78,109 miles
    Test number
    854985698163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail78,108 miles (+5,600)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,108 miles
    Test number
    482702218538
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)

  14. Pass72,508 miles (+5,394)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    72,508 miles
    Test number
    178522244326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,114 miles (+5,404)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    67,114 miles
    Test number
    315263923352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,710 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    61,710 miles
    Test number
    605417442311
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail61,710 miles (+6,960)3 failures1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,710 miles
    Test number
    167017242398
    • FailureFront An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNSF tyre is deteriorated and has worn unevenly on inner and outer edges. Tyre is also showing signs of ageing / perishing in theses areas.
    • NoteOSF tyre is deteriorated and has worn unevenly. Tyre is bald on inner and outer edges, also showing signs of ageing / perishing / cracking in these areas.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass54,750 miles (+9,311)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    54,750 miles
    Test number
    999128941352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,439 miles (+9,670)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    45,439 miles
    Test number
    762298720388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,769 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    35,769 miles
    Test number
    232063329345
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  21. Fail35,769 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,769 miles
    Test number
    113752329348
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about L13 LHY

Does L13 LHY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 LHY is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L13 LHY?
The MOT on L13 LHY is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 LHY done?
L13 LHY was recorded at 117,178 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 5,063 miles a year.
Has L13 LHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 LHY has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on L13 LHY 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 LHY find?
L13 LHY passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 7 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated both; front oil leak, but not excessive; front shock absorbers has light misting of oil both, and 4 more.

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