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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

L13 MOBMOT history

L13 MOB is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 157,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

L13 MOB red 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 18 Nov 2026
Mileage
157,869 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,693 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L13 MOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L13 MOB was last recorded at 157,869 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Jul 2010: 80,878 miles, lower than 106,035 miles on 29 Jul 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
157,865 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
5,693 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 157,869 miles
  • 2024 – 153,021 miles
  • 2023 – 151,355 miles
  • 2022 – 147,244 miles
  • 2021 – 144,591 miles
  • 2020 – 139,245 miles
  • 2019 – 135,940 miles
  • 2018 – 129,574 miles
  • 2017 – 123,843 miles
  • 2016 – 119,019 miles
  • 2015 – 113,861 miles
  • 2014 – 106,093 miles
  • 2013 – 100,405 miles
  • 2012 – 94,108 miles
  • 2011 – 85,594 miles
  • 2010 – 80,884 miles
  • 2009 – 106,035 miles
  • 2008 – 70,248 miles
  • 2007 – 57,909 miles
  • 2006 – 45,405 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,869 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both outer sills

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Corrosion to rear chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Outer sills have corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

35 tests since 16 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,869 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    157,869 miles
    Test number
    931500411169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail157,865 miles (+4,844)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,865 miles
    Test number
    497642070113
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass153,021 miles (+1,666)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    153,021 miles
    Test number
    354774808989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass151,355 miles (+4,111)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    151,355 miles
    Test number
    551812152291
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive diff oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass147,244 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    147,244 miles
    Test number
    152327595533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail147,236 miles (+2,645)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,236 miles
    Test number
    151020874651
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear floor near sub frame corroded but not cracked

  7. Pass144,591 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    144,591 miles
    Test number
    412014197869
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear chassis
    • AdvisoryOuter sills have corrosion

  8. Fail144,591 miles (+5,346)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,591 miles
    Test number
    745492130142
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear chassis
    • AdvisoryOuter sills have corrosion

  9. Pass139,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    139,245 miles
    Test number
    890988633187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail139,245 miles (+3,305)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,245 miles
    Test number
    568470925723
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rears (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass135,940 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    135,940 miles
    Test number
    398635831866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail135,938 miles (+6,364)2 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,938 miles
    Test number
    918891324618
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Parking brake inoperative on one side both (1.4.1 (a))

  13. Pass129,574 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    129,574 miles
    Test number
    990718947585
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySub frame area corroded

  14. Fail129,574 miles (+5,731)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,574 miles
    Test number
    925539983386
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySub frame area corroded

  15. Pass123,843 miles (+4,824)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    123,843 miles
    Test number
    665476377605
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill corroded
    • AdvisorySlight wear on front tyres on inner edge

  16. Pass119,019 miles (+5,158)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    119,019 miles
    Test number
    993422248308
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring worn x2 (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass113,861 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    113,861 miles
    Test number
    996728515251
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Fail113,861 miles (+7,768)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,861 miles
    Test number
    268338015284
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass106,093 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    106,093 miles
    Test number
    766525324220
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Fail106,093 miles (+5,688)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,093 miles
    Test number
    378631714299
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Pass100,405 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    100,405 miles
    Test number
    327280313258
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail100,405 miles (+6,297)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,405 miles
    Test number
    696640713224
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass94,108 miles (+8,514)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    94,108 miles
    Test number
    156668192141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass85,594 miles (+4,710)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    85,594 miles
    Test number
    678490891107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass80,884 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    80,884 miles
    Test number
    261634590152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail80,878 miles (-25,157)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,878 miles
    Test number
    791863590116
    • FailureHeadlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  27. Fail106,035 miles3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,035 miles
    Test number
    334540719442
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass106,035 miles (+35,787)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    106,035 miles
    Test number
    362250219200
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  29. Fail70,248 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,248 miles
    Test number
    634922118224
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  30. Pass70,248 miles (+12,339)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    70,248 miles
    Test number
    880492818224
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  31. Pass57,909 miles (+3,355)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    57,909 miles
    Test number
    740733417291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to wear on outside tread

  32. Pass54,554 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    54,554 miles
    Test number
    593363157048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail54,553 miles (+9,148)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,553 miles
    Test number
    472741757062
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass45,405 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    45,405 miles
    Test number
    114594756482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail45,399 miles3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,399 miles
    Test number
    922277546080
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S/F WHEEL ARCH COVER BROKEN

Questions about L13 MOB

Does L13 MOB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L13 MOB is valid until 18 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L13 MOB?
The MOT on L13 MOB is valid until 18 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L13 MOB done?
L13 MOB was recorded at 157,869 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 5,693 miles a year.
Has L13 MOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L13 MOB has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L13 MOB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Jul 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L13 MOB find?
L13 MOB passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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