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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

L23 MMUMOT history

L23 MMU is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 8 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 19 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 204,143 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

L23 MMU silver 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
204,143 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

L23 MMU was last recorded at 204,143 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 8,806 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,337 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
8,806 miles
Average per year
10,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 204,143 miles
  • 2025 – 195,337 miles
  • 2024 – 187,532 miles
  • 2023 – 178,429 miles
  • 2022 – 170,526 miles
  • 2021 – 164,041 miles
  • 2020 – 161,777 miles
  • 2019 – 151,231 miles
  • 2018 – 138,593 miles
  • 2017 – 120,909 miles
  • 2016 – 106,753 miles
  • 2015 – 92,932 miles
  • 2014 – 80,199 miles
  • 2013 – 67,014 miles
  • 2012 – 55,190 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,143 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Engine management light illuminated.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,143 miles (+8,806)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    204,143 miles
    Test number
    357437588956
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass195,337 miles (+7,805)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    195,337 miles
    Test number
    244518581178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass187,532 miles (+9,103)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    187,532 miles
    Test number
    301982872884
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass178,429 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    178,429 miles
    Test number
    710715242344
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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. Fail178,428 miles (+7,902)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,428 miles
    Test number
    574167688026
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall slight damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres have worn inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass170,526 miles (+6,485)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    170,526 miles
    Test number
    746143947254
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front wearing on edges!!! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear perishing+ wearing on edges!!! (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass164,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    164,041 miles
    Test number
    205282074668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail164,040 miles (+2,263)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,040 miles
    Test number
    408438290789
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass161,777 miles (+10,546)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    161,777 miles
    Test number
    563514945374
    • AdvisoryAdvise all tyres wearing inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear tyres 4mm approx tread depth

  10. Pass151,231 miles (+12,638)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    151,231 miles
    Test number
    269199898601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass138,593 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    138,593 miles
    Test number
    559672210791
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated.

  12. Fail138,576 miles (+17,667)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,576 miles
    Test number
    832470186395
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated.

  13. Pass120,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    120,909 miles
    Test number
    768531106162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail120,909 miles (+14,156)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,909 miles
    Test number
    654719943172
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass106,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    106,753 miles
    Test number
    952337962774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail106,753 miles (+13,821)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,753 miles
    Test number
    903006623638
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass92,932 miles (+52)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    92,932 miles
    Test number
    478579035129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Fail92,880 miles (+12,681)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,880 miles
    Test number
    738497425188
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Pass80,199 miles (+13,185)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    80,199 miles
    Test number
    939120524135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,014 miles (+11,824)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    67,014 miles
    Test number
    835840403135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    55,190 miles
    Test number
    275426812182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 MMU

Does L23 MMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 MMU is valid until 19 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 MMU?
The MOT on L23 MMU 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 MMU done?
L23 MMU was recorded at 204,143 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 10,375 miles a year.
Has L23 MMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 MMU has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on L23 MMU 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 MMU find?
L23 MMU passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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