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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

L23 OLYMOT history

L23 OLY is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 159,288 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

L23 OLY white BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
159,288 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,166 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 OLY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 OLY was last recorded at 159,288 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,279 miles · 14 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
10,166 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,288 miles
  • 2025 – 144,830 miles
  • 2024 – 124,973 miles
  • 2023 – 116,776 miles
  • 2022 – 105,961 miles
  • 2021 – 95,124 miles
  • 2020 – 81,422 miles
  • 2019 – 70,132 miles
  • 2018 – 58,595 miles
  • 2017 – 45,845 miles
  • 2016 – 40,664 miles
  • 2015 – 33,848 miles
  • 2014 – 28,452 miles
  • 2013 – 23,011 miles
  • 2012 – 17,054 miles
  • 2011 – 6,013 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,288 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 25 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,288 miles (+9)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    159,288 miles
    Test number
    546527616103
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail159,279 miles (+14,449)1 dangerous2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,279 miles
    Test number
    277954246178
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass144,830 miles (+19,857)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    144,830 miles
    Test number
    398497590075
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeatshield insecure at rear above differential

  4. Pass124,973 miles (+8,197)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    124,973 miles
    Test number
    390589078410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass116,776 miles (+10,815)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    116,776 miles
    Test number
    299965086026
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  6. Pass105,961 miles (+10,837)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    105,961 miles
    Test number
    221171587657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass95,124 miles (+13,702)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    95,124 miles
    Test number
    853057626321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge slight feathered (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass81,422 miles (+11,290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    81,422 miles
    Test number
    710461796704
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass70,132 miles (+11,537)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    70,132 miles
    Test number
    466921378802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass58,595 miles (+12,750)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    58,595 miles
    Test number
    483834202376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass45,845 miles (+5,181)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    45,845 miles
    Test number
    613193346163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,664 miles (+6,816)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    40,664 miles
    Test number
    640714574224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,848 miles (+5,396)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    33,848 miles
    Test number
    146084745423
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail28,452 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,452 miles
    Test number
    497988334072
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass28,452 miles (+5,441)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    28,452 miles
    Test number
    958098734061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    23,011 miles
    Test number
    938319133044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail23,011 miles (+5,957)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,011 miles
    Test number
    926809333032
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  18. Pass17,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    17,054 miles
    Test number
    729593732038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail17,054 miles (+11,041)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,054 miles
    Test number
    988323432017
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  20. Pass6,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    6,013 miles
    Test number
    645926251020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 OLY

Does L23 OLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 OLY is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 OLY?
The MOT on L23 OLY is valid until 24 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 OLY done?
L23 OLY was recorded at 159,288 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 10,166 miles a year.
Has L23 OLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 OLY has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 OLY 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 OLY find?
L23 OLY passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear brake hose slightly twisted; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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