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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

L23 AJVMOT history

L23 AJV is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 19 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 175,310 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

L23 AJV blue 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 19 Sept 2027
Mileage
175,310 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,769 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 AJV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
19 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 AJV was last recorded at 175,310 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 5,459 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
169,851 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,459 miles
Average per year
9,769 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,310 miles
  • 2025 – 169,851 miles
  • 2024 – 166,403 miles
  • 2023 – 160,872 miles
  • 2022 – 143,129 miles
  • 2021 – 142,942 miles
  • 2020 – 122,844 miles
  • 2019 – 118,796 miles
  • 2017 – 108,541 miles
  • 2016 – 96,413 miles
  • 2015 – 78,195 miles
  • 2014 – 62,488 miles
  • 2013 – 45,549 miles
  • 2012 – 33,133 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,310 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH Front hoses perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside Sill area (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryTrays and Covers fitted

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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 24 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,310 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    175,310 miles
    Test number
    351614806549
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH Front hoses perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside Sill area (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTrays and Covers fitted

  2. Fail175,310 miles (+5,459)1 dangerous2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,310 miles
    Test number
    223026181959
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testBrake hose excessively deteriorated BOTH Rear hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH Front hoses perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside Sill area (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTrays and Covers fitted

  3. Pass169,851 miles (+3,448)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    169,851 miles
    Test number
    547810140789
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass166,403 miles (+5,531)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    166,403 miles
    Test number
    708020912568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass160,872 miles (+17,743)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    160,872 miles
    Test number
    272489009506
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  6. Pass143,129 miles (+187)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    143,129 miles
    Test number
    407135790381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass142,942 miles (+20,098)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    142,942 miles
    Test number
    268275777674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass122,844 miles (+4,048)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    122,844 miles
    Test number
    678781488041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,796 miles (+10,255)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    118,796 miles
    Test number
    859084566360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass108,541 miles (+12,128)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    108,541 miles
    Test number
    607906759186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,413 miles (+18,218)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    96,413 miles
    Test number
    613294728026
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  12. Pass78,195 miles (+15,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    78,195 miles
    Test number
    794620616087
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass62,488 miles (+16,939)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    62,488 miles
    Test number
    445989144415
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass45,549 miles (+12,416)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    45,549 miles
    Test number
    847827813307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    33,133 miles
    Test number
    175095652473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail33,133 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,133 miles
    Test number
    106345152474
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L23 AJV

Does L23 AJV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 AJV is valid until 19 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 AJV?
The MOT on L23 AJV is valid until 19 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 AJV done?
L23 AJV was recorded at 175,310 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 9,769 miles a year.
Has L23 AJV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 AJV has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 AJV 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 L23 AJV find?
L23 AJV passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake hose slightly deteriorated both front hoses perishing; integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside sill area, and 2 more.

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