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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,995 cc

L23 JLXMOT history

L23 JLX is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 92,103 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

L23 JLX black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
92,103 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,751 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 JLX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
12 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 JLX was last recorded at 92,103 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,072 miles · 14 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
31 miles
Average per year
5,751 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,103 miles
  • 2024 – 92,072 miles
  • 2022 – 85,280 miles
  • 2021 – 76,395 miles
  • 2020 – 71,235 miles
  • 2019 – 60,929 miles
  • 2018 – 48,150 miles
  • 2017 – 36,718 miles
  • 2016 – 31,489 miles
  • 2015 – 27,844 miles
  • 2014 – 26,506 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,103 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear inner edge and perishing and cracking outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch perishing and cracking inner edge and wall (5.2.3 (f))

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 light is on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • N/s/r alloy wheel has had previous repair

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 2 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,103 miles (+31)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    92,103 miles
    Test number
    391900894443
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear inner edge and perishing and cracking outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch perishing and cracking inner edge and wall (5.2.3 (f))

  2. Fail92,072 miles (+6,792)5 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,072 miles
    Test number
    878818198985
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousElectrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts front exhaust (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure mounts broken (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flex blow (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre light is on

  3. Pass85,280 miles (+8,885)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    85,280 miles
    Test number
    338092839665
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryAir box noisy
    • AdvisoryN/s hand brake just met requirements

  4. Pass76,395 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    76,395 miles
    Test number
    439971732869
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail76,394 miles (+5,159)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,394 miles
    Test number
    436582089690
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted retainer clip (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryTyre light is on

  6. Pass71,235 miles (+10,306)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    71,235 miles
    Test number
    748155229339
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass60,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    60,929 miles
    Test number
    975568557506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail60,929 miles (+12,779)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,929 miles
    Test number
    689011677676
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass48,150 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    48,150 miles
    Test number
    527198078618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail48,122 miles (+5,135)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,122 miles
    Test number
    341144430147
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass42,987 miles (+6,269)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    42,987 miles
    Test number
    339609315016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    36,718 miles
    Test number
    128086326257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail36,718 miles (+5,229)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,718 miles
    Test number
    969315003459
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass31,489 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    31,489 miles
    Test number
    491018146941
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryN/s/r alloy wheel has had previous repair
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components

  15. Fail31,488 miles (+3,644)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,488 miles
    Test number
    818579059945
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryN/s/r alloy wheel has had previous repair
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components

  16. Pass27,844 miles (+1,338)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    27,844 miles
    Test number
    109933955046
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass26,506 miles (+169)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    26,506 miles
    Test number
    928460784288
    • NoteOffside rear wheel has a repair on inner rim

  18. Fail26,337 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,337 miles
    Test number
    618235274262
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about L23 JLX

Does L23 JLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 JLX is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 JLX?
The MOT on L23 JLX is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 JLX done?
L23 JLX was recorded at 92,103 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 5,751 miles a year.
Has L23 JLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 JLX has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L23 JLX 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 JLX find?
L23 JLX passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear inner edge and perishing and cracking outer edge; offside rear tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch perishing and cracking inner edge and wall.

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