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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

L18 KDMMOT history

L18 KDM is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 123,541 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

L18 KDM white 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 5 Nov 2027
Mileage
123,541 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,281 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 KDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
9 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 KDM was last recorded at 123,541 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,541 miles · 9 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
11,281 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,541 miles
  • 2025 – 114,776 miles
  • 2024 – 104,407 miles
  • 2023 – 94,682 miles
  • 2022 – 84,828 miles
  • 2021 – 73,267 miles
  • 2020 – 62,478 miles
  • 2019 – 50,993 miles
  • 2018 – 38,783 miles
  • 2017 – 26,158 miles
  • 2016 – 10,097 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,541 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.

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 21 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    123,541 miles
    Test number
    444753002887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail123,541 miles (+8,765)1 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,541 miles
    Test number
    954753371404
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass114,776 miles (+10,369)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    114,776 miles
    Test number
    684894277919
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front brake pipes swelling under plastic coating (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe swelling under plastic coating (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Pass104,407 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    104,407 miles
    Test number
    591069092838
    • AdvisoryUNDERTRAYS FITTED
  5. Fail104,405 miles (+9,723)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,405 miles
    Test number
    525386585296
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt OSF REAR ARM BOOT SPLIT (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OSF REAR ARM BALL JOINT SLIGHT PLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDERTRAYS FITTED
  6. Pass94,682 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    94,682 miles
    Test number
    730644191953
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail94,682 miles (+9,854)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,682 miles
    Test number
    551899383005
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass84,828 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    84,828 miles
    Test number
    327471808141
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Fail84,828 miles (+11,561)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,828 miles
    Test number
    643105415342
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass73,267 miles (+10,789)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    73,267 miles
    Test number
    363632851357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,478 miles (+11,485)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    62,478 miles
    Test number
    931343582952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass50,993 miles (+12,210)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    50,993 miles
    Test number
    670701755174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    38,783 miles
    Test number
    242397192045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail38,783 miles (+12,625)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,783 miles
    Test number
    323574848055
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cords showing on outside side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm tyre bold on outside side wall (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Road wheel fixing missing both front wheels missing one wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Road wheel fixing missing both rear missing one wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  15. Pass26,158 miles (+16,061)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    26,158 miles
    Test number
    849211937192
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass10,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    10,097 miles
    Test number
    145936204677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 KDM

Does L18 KDM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 KDM is valid until 5 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 KDM?
The MOT on L18 KDM is valid until 5 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 KDM done?
L18 KDM was recorded at 123,541 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 11,281 miles a year.
Has L18 KDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 KDM has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 KDM 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 KDM find?
L18 KDM passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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