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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

L23 OLDMOT history

L23 OLD is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 22 Mar 2024 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 175,126 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Mar 2023.

L23 OLD blue 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 Mar 2024
Mileage
175,126 mi
At MOT on 22 Mar 2023
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,038 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

L23 OLD was last recorded at 175,126 miles on 22 Mar 2023, 5,425 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,701 miles · 21 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
5,425 miles
Average per year
12,038 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 175,126 miles
  • 2022 – 169,701 miles
  • 2021 – 156,773 miles
  • 2020 – 149,327 miles
  • 2019 – 136,626 miles
  • 2018 – 125,840 miles
  • 2017 – 119,508 miles
  • 2016 – 112,987 miles
  • 2015 – 105,930 miles
  • 2014 – 83,783 miles
  • 2013 – 58,992 miles
  • 2012 – 43,121 miles
  • 2011 – 30,341 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,126 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Emissions limits were tested and met,but the DSM could not register the readings

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Under tray and engine cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 12 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,126 miles (+5,425)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    175,126 miles
    Test number
    335727666612
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass169,701 miles (+12,928)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    169,701 miles
    Test number
    827290065418
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass156,773 miles (+7,446)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    156,773 miles
    Test number
    566857438462
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel been repaired to high standard
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass149,327 miles (+12,701)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    149,327 miles
    Test number
    461489235262
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass136,626 miles (+10,786)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    136,626 miles
    Test number
    181310049836
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass125,840 miles (+6,332)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    125,840 miles
    Test number
    651186555091
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  7. Pass119,508 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    119,508 miles
    Test number
    382844804003
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryVehicle undertrays/engine covers fitted

  8. Fail119,508 miles (+6,521)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,508 miles
    Test number
    675561709826
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryVehicle undertrays/engine covers fitted

  9. Pass112,987 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    112,987 miles
    Test number
    748948765040
    • AdvisoryEmissions limits were tested and met,but the DSM could not register the readings
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and engine cover fitted

  10. Fail112,983 miles (+7,053)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,983 miles
    Test number
    694246744648
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryEmissions limits were tested and met,but the DSM could not register the readings
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and engine cover fitted

  11. Pass105,930 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    105,930 miles
    Test number
    369499825135
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail105,930 miles (+22,147)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,930 miles
    Test number
    149899625184
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass83,783 miles (+24,791)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    83,783 miles
    Test number
    416801354130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,992 miles (+27)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    58,992 miles
    Test number
    826467273012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail58,965 miles (+15,844)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,965 miles
    Test number
    826325173027
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass43,121 miles (+12,780)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    43,121 miles
    Test number
    808760172069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    30,341 miles
    Test number
    248961871075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 OLD

Does L23 OLD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L23 OLD expired on 22 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L23 OLD?
The MOT on L23 OLD expired on 22 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L23 OLD done?
L23 OLD was recorded at 175,126 miles at its MOT on 22 Mar 2023, an average of 12,038 miles a year.
Has L23 OLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 OLD has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2017.
Has the mileage on L23 OLD 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 OLD find?
L23 OLD passed its latest MOT on 22 Mar 2023 with 1 advisory: rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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