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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

L18 FKAMOT history

L18 FKA is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2024 and it has passed 15 of 15 MOT tests, with 171,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Mar 2023.

L18 FKA black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2024
Mileage
171,025 mi
At MOT on 22 Mar 2023
MOT tests
15
15 passed · 0 failed
Per year
8,345 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 FKA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 FKA was last recorded at 171,025 miles on 22 Mar 2023, 3,522 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
167,503 miles · 11 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
3,522 miles
Average per year
8,345 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 171,025 miles
  • 2022 – 167,503 miles
  • 2021 – 162,240 miles
  • 2020 – 153,319 miles
  • 2019 – 142,492 miles
  • 2018 – 131,010 miles
  • 2017 – 115,047 miles
  • 2016 – 104,943 miles
  • 2015 – 95,837 miles
  • 2014 – 81,738 miles
  • 2013 – 75,190 miles
  • 2012 – 69,870 miles
  • 2010 – 63,565 miles
  • 2009 – 58,157 miles
  • 2008 – 47,920 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,025 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 20 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,025 miles (+3,522)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    171,025 miles
    Test number
    814971645250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass167,503 miles (+5,263)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    167,503 miles
    Test number
    777501595305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass162,240 miles (+8,921)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    162,240 miles
    Test number
    310442108254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass153,319 miles (+10,827)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    153,319 miles
    Test number
    246789203393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass142,492 miles (+11,482)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    142,492 miles
    Test number
    662497502393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass131,010 miles (+15,963)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    131,010 miles
    Test number
    227219012028
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  7. Pass115,047 miles (+10,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    115,047 miles
    Test number
    197789345775
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  8. Pass104,943 miles (+9,106)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    104,943 miles
    Test number
    420082460275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass95,837 miles (+14,099)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    95,837 miles
    Test number
    247256275419
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  10. Pass81,738 miles (+6,548)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    81,738 miles
    Test number
    259732444468
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside door mirror glass missing

  11. Pass75,190 miles (+5,320)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    75,190 miles
    Test number
    239202443412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,870 miles (+6,305)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    69,870 miles
    Test number
    406703392006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,565 miles (+5,408)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    63,565 miles
    Test number
    213148470200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,157 miles (+10,237)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    58,157 miles
    Test number
    240099469492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    47,920 miles
    Test number
    510002678153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 FKA

Does L18 FKA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L18 FKA expired on 10 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L18 FKA?
The MOT on L18 FKA expired on 10 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L18 FKA done?
L18 FKA was recorded at 171,025 miles at its MOT on 22 Mar 2023, an average of 8,345 miles a year.
Has L18 FKA ever failed its MOT?
No. L18 FKA has passed all 15 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on L18 FKA 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 L18 FKA find?
L18 FKA passed its latest MOT on 22 Mar 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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