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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

L23 DMHMOT history

L23 DMH is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 101,110 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2026.

L23 DMH white BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
101,110 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,262 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 DMH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
2 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 DMH was last recorded at 101,110 miles on 22 Aug 2026, 7,169 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,941 miles · 12 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,169 miles
Average per year
7,262 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,110 miles
  • 2025 – 93,941 miles
  • 2024 – 86,469 miles
  • 2023 – 78,462 miles
  • 2022 – 69,281 miles
  • 2021 – 65,445 miles
  • 2020 – 61,504 miles
  • 2019 – 56,035 miles
  • 2018 – 49,008 miles
  • 2017 – 40,127 miles
  • 2016 – 30,799 miles
  • 2015 – 17,349 miles
  • 2014 – 13,384 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,110 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,110 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    101,110 miles
    Test number
    597833571600
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail101,106 miles (+7,165)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,106 miles
    Test number
    414425259637
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass93,941 miles (+7,472)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    93,941 miles
    Test number
    563460184988
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass86,469 miles (+22)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    86,469 miles
    Test number
    725298917349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Fail86,447 miles (+7,985)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,447 miles
    Test number
    440441592452
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure front (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorShock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorShock absorbers has a serious fluid leak nearside front (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorSuspension component pin or bush excessively worn both rear lower rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 zero mm on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass78,462 miles (+9,181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    78,462 miles
    Test number
    202431153391
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass69,281 miles (+3,836)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    69,281 miles
    Test number
    236874565293
    • AdvisoryWashers poor

  8. Pass65,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    65,445 miles
    Test number
    560327986923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail65,445 miles (+3,941)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,445 miles
    Test number
    745126356810
    • DangerousRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass61,504 miles (+39)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    61,504 miles
    Test number
    823746571207
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail61,465 miles (+5,430)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,465 miles
    Test number
    669282328723
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass56,035 miles (+7,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    56,035 miles
    Test number
    353452202046
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp cracked

  13. Pass49,008 miles (+8,881)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    49,008 miles
    Test number
    431927870555
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass40,127 miles (+9,328)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    40,127 miles
    Test number
    335449777319
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre worn edges

  15. Pass30,799 miles (+13,450)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    30,799 miles
    Test number
    183575283039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass17,349 miles (+3,965)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    17,349 miles
    Test number
    335686005497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass13,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    13,384 miles
    Test number
    906405804264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 DMH

Does L23 DMH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 DMH is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 DMH?
The MOT on L23 DMH is valid until 21 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 DMH done?
L23 DMH was recorded at 101,110 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2026, an average of 7,262 miles a year.
Has L23 DMH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 DMH has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 DMH 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 DMH find?
L23 DMH passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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