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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

L20 MKNMOT history

L20 MKN is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 8 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 56,302 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

L20 MKN black 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 8 Feb 2027
Mileage
56,302 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,355 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 MKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
26 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 MKN was last recorded at 56,302 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 4,896 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
51,406 miles · 30 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,896 miles
Average per year
5,355 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,302 miles
  • 2025 – 51,406 miles
  • 2024 – 45,927 miles
  • 2023 – 40,988 miles
  • 2022 – 33,982 miles
  • 2021 – 27,331 miles
  • 2020 – 27,321 miles
  • 2019 – 20,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,302 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm Conti sport contact5 255/40/189 95Y Run Flat (5.2.3 (e))

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 29 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,302 miles (+4,896)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    56,302 miles
    Test number
    283337611529
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Drive shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm Conti sport contact5 255/40/189 95Y Run Flat (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass51,406 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    51,406 miles
    Test number
    526252206604
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm Continental Sport contact 5 225/45/18 91Y Run Flat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm 225/45/18 91Y (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Continental Sport contact 5 255/40/18 95Y Run Flat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seals slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail51,406 miles (+5,479)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,406 miles
    Test number
    389752521491
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm Continental Sport contact 5 225/45/18 91Y Run Flat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm 225/45/18 91Y (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Continental Sport contact 5 255/40/18 95Y Run Flat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seals slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass45,927 miles (+4,939)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    45,927 miles
    Test number
    998582471265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.2mm wearing outer edge Conti sport contact 225/45/18 91y run flat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass40,988 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    40,988 miles
    Test number
    957913867164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Fail40,983 miles (+7,001)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,983 miles
    Test number
    513553179432
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass33,982 miles (+6,651)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    33,982 miles
    Test number
    746426786495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass27,331 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    27,331 miles
    Test number
    166140556848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass27,321 miles (+7,174)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    27,321 miles
    Test number
    286184473759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass20,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    20,147 miles
    Test number
    763363219400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 MKN

Does L20 MKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 MKN is valid until 8 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 MKN?
The MOT on L20 MKN is valid until 8 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 MKN done?
L20 MKN was recorded at 56,302 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 5,355 miles a year.
Has L20 MKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 MKN has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on L20 MKN 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 MKN find?
L20 MKN passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside rear oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft seal; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.1mm conti sport contact5 255/40/189 95y run flat.

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