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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

L22 ERXMOT history

L22 ERX is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 15 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 205,182 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2026.

L22 ERX black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
205,182 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,407 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L22 ERX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
15 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L22 ERX was last recorded at 205,182 miles on 26 Jun 2026, 9,835 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,347 miles · 30 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
9,835 miles
Average per year
12,407 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,182 miles
  • 2025 – 195,347 miles
  • 2024 – 184,662 miles
  • 2023 – 174,323 miles
  • 2022 – 158,524 miles
  • 2021 – 148,306 miles
  • 2020 – 134,479 miles
  • 2019 – 126,066 miles
  • 2018 – 101,442 miles
  • 2017 – 75,177 miles
  • 2016 – 50,653 miles
  • 2015 – 48,347 miles
  • 2014 – 41,772 miles
  • 2013 – 37,798 miles
  • 2012 – 33,471 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,182 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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 Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear shock absorber has a heavy mist of oil.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 23 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,182 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    205,182 miles
    Test number
    882313188688
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail205,180 miles (+9,833)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,180 miles
    Test number
    648375943632
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass195,347 miles (+10,685)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    195,347 miles
    Test number
    989088260936
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass184,662 miles (+10,339)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    184,662 miles
    Test number
    148374406975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass174,323 miles (+15,799)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    174,323 miles
    Test number
    970728561995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass158,524 miles (+10,218)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    158,524 miles
    Test number
    148290601649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass148,306 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    148,306 miles
    Test number
    614928855103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail148,296 miles (+13,817)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,296 miles
    Test number
    208679420316
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability arm insecure..bolt loose. (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass134,479 miles (+8,413)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    134,479 miles
    Test number
    372072390588
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner iinner tie rod joint has play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass126,066 miles (+24,624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    126,066 miles
    Test number
    289679128800
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass101,442 miles (+1,030)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    101,442 miles
    Test number
    756434721768
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber has a heavy mist of oil.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail100,412 miles (+25,235)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,412 miles
    Test number
    822271833154
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and worn bald on inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber has a heavy mist of oil.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass75,177 miles (+24,524)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    75,177 miles
    Test number
    743407141346
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate damaged.
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear tyres have worn bald on their inside egdes

  14. Pass50,653 miles (+2,306)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    50,653 miles
    Test number
    913409204532
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  15. Pass48,347 miles (+6,575)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    48,347 miles
    Test number
    140069094302
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted preventing full inspection of some components

  16. Pass41,772 miles (+3,974)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    41,772 miles
    Test number
    376832694189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    37,798 miles
    Test number
    397202263116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail37,798 miles (+4,327)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,798 miles
    Test number
    809182163161
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  19. Pass33,471 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    33,471 miles
    Test number
    748496132202
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L22 ERX

Does L22 ERX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L22 ERX is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L22 ERX?
The MOT on L22 ERX is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L22 ERX done?
L22 ERX was recorded at 205,182 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2026, an average of 12,407 miles a year.
Has L22 ERX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L22 ERX has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L22 ERX 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 L22 ERX find?
L22 ERX passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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