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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 2,498 cc

L15 DTGMOT history

L15 DTG is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 158,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

L15 DTG 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 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
158,268 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,143 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 DTG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 DTG was last recorded at 158,268 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 7,954 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,314 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,954 miles
Average per year
10,143 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 158,268 miles
  • 2024 – 150,314 miles
  • 2023 – 144,241 miles
  • 2022 – 140,997 miles
  • 2021 – 138,305 miles
  • 2020 – 135,832 miles
  • 2019 – 131,386 miles
  • 2018 – 114,343 miles
  • 2017 – 107,290 miles
  • 2016 – 96,754 miles
  • 2015 – 67,146 miles
  • 2014 – 39,384 miles
  • 2013 – 32,786 miles
  • 2012 – 24,415 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,268 miles
  • AdvisoryFront All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel arches corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235 35 19

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,268 miles (+7,954)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    158,268 miles
    Test number
    491855213802
    • AdvisoryFront All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass150,314 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    150,314 miles
    Test number
    935207527233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235 35 19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail150,314 miles (+6,073)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,314 miles
    Test number
    900593876429
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 265 30 19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235 35 19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass144,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    144,241 miles
    Test number
    130340787207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail144,241 miles (+3,244)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,241 miles
    Test number
    804577870305
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass140,997 miles (+2,692)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    140,997 miles
    Test number
    457283410572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass138,305 miles (+2,473)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    138,305 miles
    Test number
    541714605306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass135,832 miles (+4,446)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    135,832 miles
    Test number
    212810146858
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  9. Pass131,386 miles (+17,043)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    131,386 miles
    Test number
    600142617614
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass114,343 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    114,343 miles
    Test number
    943460193063
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose front pipe clamp corroded through (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail114,338 miles (+7,048)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,338 miles
    Test number
    176822521156
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose front pipe clamp corroded through (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened very heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass107,290 miles (+46)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    107,290 miles
    Test number
    828772501701
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail107,244 miles (+10,490)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,244 miles
    Test number
    832812140865
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass96,754 miles (+3,172)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    96,754 miles
    Test number
    280577884384
    • AdvisoryENGINE AND UNDERTRAY COVERS FITTED

  15. Pass93,582 miles (+26,436)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    93,582 miles
    Test number
    453001033553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    67,146 miles
    Test number
    604665733954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail67,146 miles (+27,762)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,146 miles
    Test number
    849919095943
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick worn to metal (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BADLY scored on inner surface (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass39,384 miles (+6,598)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    39,384 miles
    Test number
    109961794231
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass32,786 miles (+8,371)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    32,786 miles
    Test number
    736706863242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,415 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    24,415 miles
    Test number
    509311552218
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about L15 DTG

Does L15 DTG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 DTG is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L15 DTG?
The MOT on L15 DTG is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 DTG done?
L15 DTG was recorded at 158,268 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 10,143 miles a year.
Has L15 DTG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 DTG has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on L15 DTG 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 DTG find?
L15 DTG passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front all position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output; front wheel arches corroded; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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