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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 2,979 cc

L24 XSLMOT history

L24 XSL is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 83,555 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

L24 XSL black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
83,555 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,279 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L24 XSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
14 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L24 XSL was last recorded at 83,555 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,554 miles · 31 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,279 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,555 miles
  • 2025 – 81,644 miles
  • 2023 – 79,192 miles
  • 2022 – 74,774 miles
  • 2021 – 69,412 miles
  • 2020 – 66,194 miles
  • 2019 – 62,092 miles
  • 2018 – 56,297 miles
  • 2017 – 52,867 miles
  • 2016 – 49,269 miles
  • 2015 – 45,234 miles
  • 2014 – 41,991 miles
  • 2013 – 39,427 miles
  • 2012 – 36,864 miles
  • 2011 – 34,240 miles
  • 2010 – 32,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,555 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Electrical wiring insecure engine bay

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,555 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    83,555 miles
    Test number
    667898715203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail83,554 miles (+1,910)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,554 miles
    Test number
    697329751658
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass81,644 miles (+2,452)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    81,644 miles
    Test number
    791319491822
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass79,192 miles (+4,418)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    79,192 miles
    Test number
    695110498328
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass74,774 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    74,774 miles
    Test number
    552141791621
    • MinorElectrical wiring insecure engine bay (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail74,771 miles (+5,359)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,771 miles
    Test number
    482074720341
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorElectrical wiring insecure engine bay (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass69,412 miles (+3,218)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    69,412 miles
    Test number
    651601257823
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill area body brace damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass66,194 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    66,194 miles
    Test number
    480149676317
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread worn close & inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail66,194 miles (+4,102)3 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,194 miles
    Test number
    645343444359
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread worn close & inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass62,092 miles (+5,795)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,092 miles
    Test number
    710881442009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn bald. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn bald. (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass56,297 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    56,297 miles
    Test number
    913599879000
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail56,268 miles (+3,401)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,268 miles
    Test number
    755526664033
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass52,867 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    52,867 miles
    Test number
    105836358768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail52,847 miles (+3,578)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,847 miles
    Test number
    284522855212
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald inner (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass49,269 miles (+4,035)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    49,269 miles
    Test number
    181257273097
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit low on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass45,234 miles (+3,243)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    45,234 miles
    Test number
    406989988410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,991 miles (+2,564)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    41,991 miles
    Test number
    906420684281
    • NoteN/s/f tyre perished on outer edge

  18. Pass39,427 miles (+2,563)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    39,427 miles
    Test number
    659722883200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,864 miles (+2,624)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    36,864 miles
    Test number
    599948552213
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  20. Pass34,240 miles (+1,713)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    34,240 miles
    Test number
    445825431291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,527 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    32,527 miles
    Test number
    772917950207
    • 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)

Questions about L24 XSL

Does L24 XSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L24 XSL is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L24 XSL?
The MOT on L24 XSL is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L24 XSL done?
L24 XSL was recorded at 83,555 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 3,279 miles a year.
Has L24 XSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L24 XSL has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L24 XSL 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 XSL find?
L24 XSL passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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