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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 1994 · 2,494 cc

L21 HUWMOT history

L21 HUW is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Apr 1994. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2025 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 49,158 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2025
Mileage
49,158 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
797 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 HUW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
7 Apr 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 HUW was last recorded at 49,158 miles on 11 Apr 2024, 134 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,024 miles · 14 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
134 miles
Average per year
797 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 49,158 miles
  • 2023 – 49,024 miles
  • 2022 – 48,501 miles
  • 2021 – 47,905 miles
  • 2020 – 47,238 miles
  • 2018 – 46,999 miles
  • 2016 – 46,740 miles
  • 2015 – 46,578 miles
  • 2014 – 45,724 miles
  • 2013 – 44,790 miles
  • 2012 – 43,670 miles
  • 2011 – 42,538 miles
  • 2010 – 41,488 miles
  • 2009 – 40,411 miles
  • 2008 – 38,836 miles
  • 2007 – 36,973 miles
  • 2006 – 34,789 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,158 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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,158 miles (+134)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    49,158 miles
    Test number
    275466227650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass49,024 miles (+523)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    49,024 miles
    Test number
    528646490846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass48,501 miles (+14)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    48,501 miles
    Test number
    830209570493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail48,487 miles (+582)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,487 miles
    Test number
    478001360302
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass47,905 miles (+667)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    47,905 miles
    Test number
    191376690446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass47,238 miles (+239)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    47,238 miles
    Test number
    848264558321
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass46,999 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    46,999 miles
    Test number
    157928083890
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail46,997 miles (+257)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,997 miles
    Test number
    615175203279
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass46,740 miles (+162)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    46,740 miles
    Test number
    290353421009
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass46,578 miles (+854)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    46,578 miles
    Test number
    879656415270
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth side rear brake hoses slightly corroded

  11. Pass45,724 miles (+934)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    45,724 miles
    Test number
    538374424239
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail44,790 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,790 miles
    Test number
    298227673484
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass44,790 miles (+1,120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    44,790 miles
    Test number
    888097173171
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass43,670 miles (+1,132)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    43,670 miles
    Test number
    748262702127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    42,538 miles
    Test number
    195647381446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail42,538 miles (+1,050)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,538 miles
    Test number
    657014181061
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass41,488 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    41,488 miles
    Test number
    160472780423
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail41,483 miles (+1,072)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,483 miles
    Test number
    104782180036
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail40,411 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,411 miles
    Test number
    142604589445
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass40,411 miles (+1,575)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    40,411 miles
    Test number
    312594689094
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail38,836 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,836 miles
    Test number
    324566988092
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteRear metal brake pipe start to rust

  22. Pass38,836 miles (+1,863)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    38,836 miles
    Test number
    682786788024
    • NoteRear metal brake pipe start to rust

  23. Pass36,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    36,973 miles
    Test number
    654488787014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail36,973 miles (+2,184)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,973 miles
    Test number
    504576287051
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass34,789 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    34,789 miles
    Test number
    334234996049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Fail34,789 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,789 miles
    Test number
    724474496090
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about L21 HUW

Does L21 HUW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L21 HUW expired on 10 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L21 HUW?
The MOT on L21 HUW expired on 10 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L21 HUW done?
L21 HUW was recorded at 49,158 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2024, an average of 797 miles a year.
Has L21 HUW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 HUW has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on L21 HUW 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 L21 HUW find?
L21 HUW passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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