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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

L23 HCHMOT history

L23 HCH is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Mar 2015. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jan 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 111,556 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

L23 HCH grey 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 24 Jan 2027
Mileage
111,556 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,774 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 HCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
31 Mar 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 HCH was last recorded at 111,556 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,555 miles · 21 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
10,774 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,556 miles
  • 2025 – 103,809 miles
  • 2024 – 96,933 miles
  • 2023 – 83,174 miles
  • 2022 – 69,034 miles
  • 2020 – 60,507 miles
  • 2019 – 44,191 miles
  • 2018 – 26,806 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,556 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 12 Mar 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,556 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    111,556 miles
    Test number
    328565837834
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  2. Fail111,555 miles (+7,746)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,555 miles
    Test number
    759786285863
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  3. Pass103,809 miles (+6,876)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    103,809 miles
    Test number
    908678306498
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass96,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    96,933 miles
    Test number
    874605449645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail96,933 miles (+13,759)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,933 miles
    Test number
    713617631320
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass83,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    83,174 miles
    Test number
    393288800269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail83,174 miles (+14,140)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,174 miles
    Test number
    189194893121
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass69,034 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    69,034 miles
    Test number
    279971021026
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail69,034 miles (+8,527)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,034 miles
    Test number
    912981762892
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass60,507 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    60,507 miles
    Test number
    399490151245
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Fail60,507 miles (+16,316)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,507 miles
    Test number
    500090453808
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass44,191 miles (+5,386)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    44,191 miles
    Test number
    928302791438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,805 miles (+11,999)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    38,805 miles
    Test number
    596880970459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass26,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    26,806 miles
    Test number
    132252620373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 HCH

Does L23 HCH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 HCH is valid until 24 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 HCH?
The MOT on L23 HCH is valid until 24 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 HCH done?
L23 HCH was recorded at 111,556 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 10,774 miles a year.
Has L23 HCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 HCH has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 HCH 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 HCH find?
L23 HCH passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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