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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,995 cc

L18 SPKMOT history

L18 SPK is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 116,827 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2026.

L18 SPK black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
116,827 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,192 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 SPK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
7 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 SPK was last recorded at 116,827 miles on 3 Jan 2026, 3,064 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,763 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,064 miles
Average per year
5,192 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,827 miles
  • 2025 – 113,763 miles
  • 2024 – 110,900 miles
  • 2023 – 109,259 miles
  • 2022 – 103,923 miles
  • 2020 – 101,035 miles
  • 2019 – 96,523 miles
  • 2018 – 96,415 miles
  • 2016 – 92,638 miles
  • 2015 – 87,559 miles
  • 2014 – 82,177 miles
  • 2013 – 77,857 miles
  • 2012 – 73,826 miles
  • 2011 – 68,115 miles
  • 2010 – 55,731 miles
  • 2009 – 45,590 miles
  • 2008 – 37,183 miles
  • 2007 – 24,874 miles
  • 2006 – 15,401 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,827 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corroded + suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2020

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

29 tests since 22 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,827 miles (+3,064)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    116,827 miles
    Test number
    862747560603
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corroded + suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass113,763 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    113,763 miles
    Test number
    754891983514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail113,762 miles (+2,862)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,762 miles
    Test number
    811419365862
    • MajorCentral Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass110,900 miles (+1,641)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    110,900 miles
    Test number
    257034065174
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced +suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass109,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    109,259 miles
    Test number
    272405946429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail109,259 miles (+5,336)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,259 miles
    Test number
    979619275467
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass103,923 miles (+2,888)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    103,923 miles
    Test number
    196210966969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass101,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    101,035 miles
    Test number
    983636194342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail101,035 miles (+2,807)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,035 miles
    Test number
    238709223187
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass98,228 miles (+1,705)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    98,228 miles
    Test number
    546150591895
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  11. Pass96,523 miles (+108)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    96,523 miles
    Test number
    478027864183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,415 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    96,415 miles
    Test number
    710404986467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail96,415 miles (+3,777)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,415 miles
    Test number
    794601276228
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass92,638 miles (+5,079)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    92,638 miles
    Test number
    122515087812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass87,559 miles (+5,382)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    87,559 miles
    Test number
    369999292185
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass82,177 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    82,177 miles
    Test number
    626785814380
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCracks in both front tyres

  17. Fail82,177 miles (+4,320)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,177 miles
    Test number
    406874714302
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCracks in both front tyres

  18. Pass77,857 miles (+844)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    77,857 miles
    Test number
    888630633388
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail77,013 miles (+3,187)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,013 miles
    Test number
    139205153232
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO.s. hand brake effort low

  20. Pass73,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    73,826 miles
    Test number
    179902832326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail73,824 miles (+5,709)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,824 miles
    Test number
    587802132329
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail68,115 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,115 miles
    Test number
    249144431381
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteExhaust front support corroded off

  23. Pass68,115 miles (+12,384)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    68,115 miles
    Test number
    675124731376
    • NoteExhaust front support corroded off

  24. Pass55,731 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    55,731 miles
    Test number
    992806080192
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Fail55,731 miles (+10,141)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,731 miles
    Test number
    133266580103
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront discs corroded

  26. Pass45,590 miles (+8,407)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    45,590 miles
    Test number
    211534679464
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass37,183 miles (+12,309)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    37,183 miles
    Test number
    910826988119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass24,874 miles (+9,473)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    24,874 miles
    Test number
    583071757160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass15,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    15,401 miles
    Test number
    831353076183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 SPK

Does L18 SPK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 SPK is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 SPK?
The MOT on L18 SPK is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 SPK done?
L18 SPK was recorded at 116,827 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2026, an average of 5,192 miles a year.
Has L18 SPK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 SPK has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on L18 SPK 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 SPK find?
L18 SPK passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front service brake binding but not excessively; rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes, and 1 more.

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