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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2015 · 1,997 cc

L18 MFMMOT history

L18 MFM is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Aug 2015. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jun 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 92,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

L18 MFM silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jun 2027
Mileage
92,280 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,744 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 MFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
3 Aug 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 MFM was last recorded at 92,280 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 7,033 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
85,247 miles · 13 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
7,033 miles
Average per year
5,744 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,280 miles
  • 2025 – 85,247 miles
  • 2024 – 79,100 miles
  • 2023 – 71,615 miles
  • 2022 – 65,788 miles
  • 2021 – 60,917 miles
  • 2020 – 58,131 miles
  • 2019 – 55,516 miles
  • 2018 – 46,331 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,280 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

11 tests since 11 Jun 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,280 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    92,280 miles
    Test number
    473740455283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail92,280 miles (+7,033)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,280 miles
    Test number
    348601257350
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass85,247 miles (+6,147)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    85,247 miles
    Test number
    819793194627
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass79,100 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    79,100 miles
    Test number
    515594962679
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre Nail on tread

  5. Fail79,100 miles (+7,485)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,100 miles
    Test number
    303831261971
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre Nail on tread

  6. Pass71,615 miles (+5,827)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    71,615 miles
    Test number
    614772789984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass65,788 miles (+4,871)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    65,788 miles
    Test number
    937160042772
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass60,917 miles (+2,786)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    60,917 miles
    Test number
    130712118659
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (2.0MM) (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass58,131 miles (+2,615)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    58,131 miles
    Test number
    390541715010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,516 miles (+9,185)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    55,516 miles
    Test number
    917678981404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass46,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    46,331 miles
    Test number
    800263116519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 MFM

Does L18 MFM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 MFM is valid until 12 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 MFM?
The MOT on L18 MFM is valid until 12 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 MFM done?
L18 MFM was recorded at 92,280 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 5,744 miles a year.
Has L18 MFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 MFM has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 MFM 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 MFM find?
L18 MFM passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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