BMW 3 Series
Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,926 cc
L21 NGRMOT history
L21 NGR is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Oct 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 114,741 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 22 Sept 2027
- Mileage
- 114,741 mi
- At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
- MOT tests
- 22
- 16 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 6,542 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L21 NGR
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 3 Series
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,926 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2008
- First used
- 25 Oct 2008
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 16 Sept 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
L21 NGR was last recorded at 114,741 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Sept 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 114,741 miles · 14 Sept 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 6,542 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 114,741 miles
- 2025 – 111,762 miles
- 2024 – 107,379 miles
- 2023 – 104,837 miles
- 2022 – 97,578 miles
- 2021 – 93,981 miles
- 2020 – 90,429 miles
- 2019 – 86,778 miles
- 2018 – 81,315 miles
- 2017 – 71,724 miles
- 2016 – 60,618 miles
- 2015 – 49,451 miles
- 2014 – 39,880 miles
- 2013 – 32,412 miles
- 2012 – 24,607 miles
- 2011 – 15,546 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass114,741 miles
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame mount bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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 MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction
Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026
Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed
Dangerous2 MOTs, 2024–2026
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024
Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Advisory2 MOTs, 2017
Full MOT history
22 tests since 19 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass114,741 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Sept 2027
- Odometer
- 114,741 miles
- Test number
- 938612763797
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame mount bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Fail114,741 miles (+2,979)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 114,741 miles
- Test number
- 415888747022
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sub frame mount bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame mount bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Pass111,762 miles (+5)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Sept 2026
- Odometer
- 111,762 miles
- Test number
- 680864752567
- 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))
Fail111,757 miles (+4,378)3 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 111,757 miles
- Test number
- 656183972214
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
- MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- 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))
Pass107,379 miles (+2)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Aug 2025
- Odometer
- 107,379 miles
- Test number
- 274925492460
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail107,377 miles (+2,540)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 107,377 miles
- Test number
- 773400479320
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass104,837 miles (+7,259)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Sept 2024
- Odometer
- 104,837 miles
- Test number
- 476495094424
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass97,578 miles (+3,597)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 97,578 miles
- Test number
- 815989578516
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass93,981 miles (+3,552)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 93,981 miles
- Test number
- 592059919531
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass90,429 miles (+3,651)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 29 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 90,429 miles
- Test number
- 535195626226
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Pass86,778 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Sept 2020
- Odometer
- 86,778 miles
- Test number
- 801100227733
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Fail86,778 miles (+5,463)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 86,778 miles
- Test number
- 114308887279
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Pass81,315 miles (+9,591)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Sept 2019
- Odometer
- 81,315 miles
- Test number
- 830703099515
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass71,724 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 29 Sept 2018
- Odometer
- 71,724 miles
- Test number
- 222867651775
- AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Fail71,724 miles (+11,106)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 71,724 miles
- Test number
- 143917187492
- FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass60,618 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 29 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 60,618 miles
- Test number
- 516530912547
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Fail60,618 miles (+11,167)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 60,618 miles
- Test number
- 626186220429
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass49,451 miles (+9,571)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jul 2016
- Odometer
- 49,451 miles
- Test number
- 147721095172
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass39,880 miles (+7,468)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jul 2015
- Odometer
- 39,880 miles
- Test number
- 719204184198
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass32,412 miles (+7,805)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 32,412 miles
- Test number
- 987519183102
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass24,607 miles (+9,061)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 24,607 miles
- Test number
- 216218392121
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass15,546 miles
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 15,546 miles
- Test number
- 695940901265
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about L21 NGR
- Does L21 NGR currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 NGR is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
- When is the MOT due on L21 NGR?
- The MOT on L21 NGR is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has L21 NGR done?
- L21 NGR was recorded at 114,741 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 6,542 miles a year.
- Has L21 NGR ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L21 NGR has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
- Has the mileage on L21 NGR 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 NGR find?
- L21 NGR passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.
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