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BMW 3 Series

White · Petrol · 2016 · 1,499 cc

L24 MBEMOT history

L24 MBE is a white petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 67,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

L24 MBE white BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
67,521 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,427 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L24 MBE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
22 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L24 MBE was last recorded at 67,521 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 7,611 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,910 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
7,611 miles
Average per year
7,427 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,521 miles
  • 2025 – 59,910 miles
  • 2024 – 44,638 miles
  • 2023 – 40,539 miles
  • 2022 – 34,579 miles
  • 2021 – 26,816 miles
  • 2020 – 19,442 miles
  • 2019 – 13,959 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,521 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 19 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,521 miles (+7,611)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    67,521 miles
    Test number
    674580562335
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Pass59,910 miles (+15,272)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    59,910 miles
    Test number
    400447406964
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass44,638 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    44,638 miles
    Test number
    669386683359
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective headlamp damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on the inside edge and cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light is pushed back and trim surrounding light is damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inside edge, cuts in tread and nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring not seated correctly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inside edge and deep cut in tread - benefit given (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive BAD oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant stains around coolant expansion tank and return hose
    • AdvisoryReserve fuel level
  4. Fail44,638 miles (+4,099)2 repaired1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,638 miles
    Test number
    146604169452
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective headlamp damaged (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on the inside edge and cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light is pushed back and trim surrounding light is damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inside edge, cuts in tread and nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring not seated correctly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inside edge and deep cut in tread - benefit given (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive BAD oil leak from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant stains around coolant expansion tank and return hose
    • AdvisoryReserve fuel level
  5. Pass40,539 miles (+5,960)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    40,539 miles
    Test number
    609907120448
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass34,579 miles (+111)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    34,579 miles
    Test number
    872588532404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail34,468 miles (+7,652)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,468 miles
    Test number
    345054055441
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass26,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    26,816 miles
    Test number
    345132809843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail26,816 miles (+7,374)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,816 miles
    Test number
    986969430059
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass19,442 miles (+5,483)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    19,442 miles
    Test number
    242745140285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass13,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    13,959 miles
    Test number
    604052361829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L24 MBE

Does L24 MBE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L24 MBE is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L24 MBE?
The MOT on L24 MBE is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L24 MBE done?
L24 MBE was recorded at 67,521 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 7,427 miles a year.
Has L24 MBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L24 MBE has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on L24 MBE 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 L24 MBE find?
L24 MBE passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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