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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

L20 NMLMOT history

L20 NML is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2014. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 92,670 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

L20 NML 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 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
92,670 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,356 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 NML
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
1 Mar 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 NML was last recorded at 92,670 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 6,823 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
85,847 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,823 miles
Average per year
6,356 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,670 miles
  • 2025 – 85,847 miles
  • 2024 – 78,855 miles
  • 2023 – 72,435 miles
  • 2022 – 66,938 miles
  • 2021 – 58,344 miles
  • 2020 – 55,143 miles
  • 2019 – 48,926 miles
  • 2018 – 43,682 miles
  • 2017 – 34,422 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,670 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Engine covers under trays fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

13 tests since 8 Jun 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    92,670 miles
    Test number
    493669036064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail92,670 miles (+6,823)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,670 miles
    Test number
    758577833036
    • MajorRegistration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

  3. Pass85,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    85,847 miles
    Test number
    577644675524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail85,847 miles (+6,992)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,847 miles
    Test number
    851404432845
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass78,855 miles (+6,420)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    78,855 miles
    Test number
    261952117871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass72,435 miles (+5,497)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    72,435 miles
    Test number
    345368585838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass66,938 miles (+8,594)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    66,938 miles
    Test number
    763076197992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass58,344 miles (+3,201)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    58,344 miles
    Test number
    383855871734
    • AdvisoryEngine covers under trays fitted

  9. Pass55,143 miles (+6,217)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    55,143 miles
    Test number
    687028699847
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers under trays fitted

  10. Pass48,926 miles (+5,244)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    48,926 miles
    Test number
    658996659263
    • AdvisoryCovers & Trays obstructing view
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass43,682 miles (+2,932)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    43,682 miles
    Test number
    969828269678
    • AdvisoryEngine covers under trays fitted

  12. Pass40,750 miles (+6,328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    40,750 miles
    Test number
    816527340385
    • AdvisoryEngine covers under trays fitted

  13. Pass34,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    34,422 miles
    Test number
    570916767381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 NML

Does L20 NML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 NML is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 NML?
The MOT on L20 NML is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 NML done?
L20 NML was recorded at 92,670 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 6,356 miles a year.
Has L20 NML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 NML has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L20 NML 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 NML find?
L20 NML passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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