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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

L23 BMLMOT history

L23 BML is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Nov 2008. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2024 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 182,300 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2023.

L23 BML silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2024
Mileage
182,300 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2023
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,388 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 BML
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Nov 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 BML was last recorded at 182,300 miles on 23 Dec 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,300 miles · 20 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
12,388 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 182,300 miles
  • 2022 – 170,358 miles
  • 2021 – 151,737 miles
  • 2020 – 129,461 miles
  • 2019 – 121,570 miles
  • 2018 – 113,583 miles
  • 2017 – 101,983 miles
  • 2016 – 89,566 miles
  • 2015 – 78,555 miles
  • 2014 – 61,233 miles
  • 2013 – 42,597 miles
  • 2012 – 42,549 miles
  • 2011 – 32,641 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,300 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

18 tests since 24 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,300 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    182,300 miles
    Test number
    181665382040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail182,300 miles (+11,942)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,300 miles
    Test number
    146638072409
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached upper mounting (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass170,358 miles (+18,621)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    170,358 miles
    Test number
    772998958563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass151,737 miles (+22,276)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    151,737 miles
    Test number
    192672319671
    • 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))

  5. Pass129,461 miles (+7,891)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    129,461 miles
    Test number
    148805586007
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear disc backing plate missing

  6. Pass121,570 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    121,570 miles
    Test number
    383562644801
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail121,570 miles (+7,987)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,570 miles
    Test number
    591963054631
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass113,583 miles (+11,600)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    113,583 miles
    Test number
    862391182963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass101,983 miles (+12,417)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    101,983 miles
    Test number
    255784027749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass89,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    89,566 miles
    Test number
    783140939518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail89,566 miles (+11,011)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,566 miles
    Test number
    708229241560
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass78,555 miles (+8,089)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    78,555 miles
    Test number
    590210872552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,466 miles (+9,233)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    70,466 miles
    Test number
    185056535488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,233 miles (+18,636)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    61,233 miles
    Test number
    198065634136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,597 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    42,597 miles
    Test number
    739194363052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail42,549 miles (+9,908)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,549 miles
    Test number
    156888942359
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass32,641 miles (+6,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    32,641 miles
    Test number
    627375411392
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass26,420 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    26,420 miles
    Test number
    896734141108
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L23 BML

Does L23 BML currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L23 BML expired on 22 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L23 BML?
The MOT on L23 BML expired on 22 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L23 BML done?
L23 BML was recorded at 182,300 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2023, an average of 12,388 miles a year.
Has L23 BML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 BML has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on L23 BML 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 BML find?
L23 BML passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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