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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

L25 YLVMOT history

L25 YLV is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Apr 2014. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 123,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

L25 YLV grey 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 12 May 2027
Mileage
123,255 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,684 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L25 YLV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
16 Apr 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L25 YLV was last recorded at 123,255 miles on 13 May 2026, 172 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,083 miles · 7 May 2026
Between the last two tests
172 miles
Average per year
9,684 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,255 miles
  • 2025 – 111,360 miles
  • 2024 – 100,837 miles
  • 2023 – 91,380 miles
  • 2022 – 83,982 miles
  • 2021 – 74,065 miles
  • 2020 – 62,486 miles
  • 2019 – 54,452 miles
  • 2018 – 44,533 miles
  • 2017 – 35,309 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,255 miles
  • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (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.

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Under body shields fitted not allowing inspection of some vehicle components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 13 Apr 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,255 miles (+172)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    123,255 miles
    Test number
    876679316999
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail123,083 miles (+11,723)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,083 miles
    Test number
    981787716958
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect font spacing (0.1 (d))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass111,360 miles (+10,523)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    111,360 miles
    Test number
    773856751805
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass100,837 miles (+9,457)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    100,837 miles
    Test number
    555909918762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass91,380 miles (+7,398)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    91,380 miles
    Test number
    603073743120
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Pass83,982 miles (+132)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    83,982 miles
    Test number
    171557938039
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body shields fitted not allowing inspection of some vehicle components

  7. Fail83,850 miles (+9,785)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,850 miles
    Test number
    366679993907
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body shields fitted not allowing inspection of some vehicle components

  8. Pass74,065 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    74,065 miles
    Test number
    953386283146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,065 miles (+11,579)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,065 miles
    Test number
    810086200887
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass62,486 miles (+8,034)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    62,486 miles
    Test number
    744633152476
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low

  11. Pass54,452 miles (+9,919)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    54,452 miles
    Test number
    697598159182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,533 miles (+9,224)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    44,533 miles
    Test number
    495893997036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,309 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    35,309 miles
    Test number
    435842351375
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt All Rear Seats

Questions about L25 YLV

Does L25 YLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L25 YLV is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L25 YLV?
The MOT on L25 YLV is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L25 YLV done?
L25 YLV was recorded at 123,255 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 9,684 miles a year.
Has L25 YLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L25 YLV has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L25 YLV 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 L25 YLV find?
L25 YLV passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: central rear upper stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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