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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

L21 LHRMOT history

L21 LHR is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 111,265 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

L21 LHR black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
111,265 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,333 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 LHR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
23 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 LHR was last recorded at 111,265 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 4,501 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,764 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,501 miles
Average per year
5,333 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 111,265 miles
  • 2024 – 106,764 miles
  • 2023 – 103,683 miles
  • 2022 – 99,943 miles
  • 2021 – 94,921 miles
  • 2020 – 90,017 miles
  • 2019 – 84,886 miles
  • 2018 – 78,281 miles
  • 2017 – 75,019 miles
  • 2016 – 71,156 miles
  • 2015 – 65,130 miles
  • 2014 – 58,626 miles
  • 2013 – 49,788 miles
  • 2012 – 41,267 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,265 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 Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning O/S/R STOP LIGHT BLUB NOT WORKING 50%

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,265 miles (+4,501)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    111,265 miles
    Test number
    234025996723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass106,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    106,764 miles
    Test number
    307778447531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail106,764 miles (+3,081)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,764 miles
    Test number
    907591642867
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass103,683 miles (+3,740)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    103,683 miles
    Test number
    459744357871
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass99,943 miles (+5,022)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    99,943 miles
    Test number
    249762084116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass94,921 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    94,921 miles
    Test number
    155375764449
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a nail

  7. Fail94,921 miles (+4,904)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,921 miles
    Test number
    254258394941
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a nail

  8. Pass90,017 miles (+5,131)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    90,017 miles
    Test number
    862783518701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,886 miles (+6,605)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    84,886 miles
    Test number
    478972059386
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass78,281 miles (+152)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    78,281 miles
    Test number
    976268804460
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning O/S/R STOP LIGHT BLUB NOT WORKING 50% (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail78,129 miles (+3,110)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,129 miles
    Test number
    383062848710
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning O/S/R STOP LIGHT BLUB NOT WORKING 50% (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass75,019 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    75,019 miles
    Test number
    581014000085
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail75,019 miles (+3,863)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,019 miles
    Test number
    614461032519
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass71,156 miles (+6,026)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    71,156 miles
    Test number
    985676871058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,130 miles (+6,504)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    65,130 miles
    Test number
    995757291565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,626 miles (+8,838)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    58,626 miles
    Test number
    159940034397
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass49,788 miles (+8,521)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    49,788 miles
    Test number
    888737333394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,267 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    41,267 miles
    Test number
    789619272252
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteDeterioration both number plates.
    • NoteStone cuts tyre treads.

Questions about L21 LHR

Does L21 LHR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 LHR is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L21 LHR?
The MOT on L21 LHR is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 LHR done?
L21 LHR was recorded at 111,265 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 5,333 miles a year.
Has L21 LHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 LHR has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on L21 LHR 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 LHR find?
L21 LHR passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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