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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

L15 APDMOT history

L15 APD is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Sept 2014. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 127,215 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

L15 APD 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 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
127,215 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,132 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 APD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
17 Sept 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 APD was last recorded at 127,215 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,210 miles · 16 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
10,132 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,215 miles
  • 2025 – 117,146 miles
  • 2024 – 105,412 miles
  • 2023 – 92,395 miles
  • 2022 – 84,209 miles
  • 2021 – 73,358 miles
  • 2020 – 65,044 miles
  • 2019 – 55,995 miles
  • 2018 – 42,824 miles
  • 2017 – 36,342 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,215 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 28 Jul 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,215 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    127,215 miles
    Test number
    318694842892
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail127,210 miles (+10,064)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,210 miles
    Test number
    240310382179
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass117,146 miles (+11,734)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    117,146 miles
    Test number
    720629121686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass105,412 miles (+13,017)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    105,412 miles
    Test number
    758914611730
    • 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))

  5. Pass92,395 miles (+8,186)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    92,395 miles
    Test number
    907855767651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass84,209 miles (+10,851)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    84,209 miles
    Test number
    142156861477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass73,358 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    73,358 miles
    Test number
    241209746331
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail73,358 miles (+8,314)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,358 miles
    Test number
    574092411076
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass65,044 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    65,044 miles
    Test number
    278810544243
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail65,044 miles (+9,049)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,044 miles
    Test number
    241070996626
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass55,995 miles (+13,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    55,995 miles
    Test number
    836010972868
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass42,824 miles (+6,482)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    42,824 miles
    Test number
    412730768039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    36,342 miles
    Test number
    194694700732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L15 APD

Does L15 APD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 APD is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 APD?
The MOT on L15 APD is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 APD done?
L15 APD was recorded at 127,215 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 10,132 miles a year.
Has L15 APD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 APD has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L15 APD 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 L15 APD find?
L15 APD passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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