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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

L20 BCMMOT history

L20 BCM is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Jun 2014. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 110,765 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

L20 BCM white BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
110,765 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,605 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 BCM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
27 Jun 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 BCM was last recorded at 110,765 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 6,156 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,609 miles · 19 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,156 miles
Average per year
10,605 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,765 miles
  • 2025 – 104,609 miles
  • 2024 – 84,763 miles
  • 2023 – 74,170 miles
  • 2022 – 66,766 miles
  • 2021 – 61,851 miles
  • 2020 – 52,631 miles
  • 2019 – 39,350 miles
  • 2018 – 26,128 miles
  • 2017 – 13,211 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,765 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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All 4 corners

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 18 Apr 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,765 miles (+6,156)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    110,765 miles
    Test number
    561357217047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass104,609 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    104,609 miles
    Test number
    646964291742
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All 4 corners (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  3. Fail104,609 miles (+19,846)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,609 miles
    Test number
    949926060849
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All 4 corners (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  4. Pass84,763 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    84,763 miles
    Test number
    987603986378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail84,736 miles (+10,566)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,736 miles
    Test number
    914994962551
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached Front rear lower arm ball joint is not correctly tightened (5.3.3 (a) (i))
  6. Pass74,170 miles (+7,404)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    74,170 miles
    Test number
    119372505926
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  7. Pass66,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    66,766 miles
    Test number
    277971804988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail66,766 miles (+4,915)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,766 miles
    Test number
    975133317715
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass61,851 miles (+9,220)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    61,851 miles
    Test number
    453906702107
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  10. Pass52,631 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    52,631 miles
    Test number
    939131100119
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  11. Fail52,629 miles (+13,279)2 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,629 miles
    Test number
    510730466549
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall, 255/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  12. Pass39,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    39,350 miles
    Test number
    108359928108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail39,350 miles (+13,222)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,350 miles
    Test number
    416835972845
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  14. Pass26,128 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    26,128 miles
    Test number
    435170871358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail26,123 miles (+12,912)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,123 miles
    Test number
    938052066982
    • FailureFront front brake excessively fluctuating needs discs and pads (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer edge worn 225/40/19 (4.1.D.1b)
  16. Pass13,211 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    13,211 miles
    Test number
    407821409135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 BCM

Does L20 BCM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 BCM is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 BCM?
The MOT on L20 BCM is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 BCM done?
L20 BCM was recorded at 110,765 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 10,605 miles a year.
Has L20 BCM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 BCM has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on L20 BCM 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 L20 BCM find?
L20 BCM passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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