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BMW 330

Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 2,993 cc

L26 AWMMOT history

L26 AWM is a blue diesel BMW 330 first used on 29 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 59,455 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
59,455 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,699 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 AWM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
330
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
29 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 AWM was last recorded at 59,455 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 5,911 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,544 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,911 miles
Average per year
8,699 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,455 miles
  • 2025 – 53,544 miles
  • 2024 – 47,292 miles
  • 2023 – 40,296 miles
  • 2022 – 27,018 miles
  • 2021 – 16,568 miles
  • 2020 – 5,890 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,455 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

9 tests since 16 May 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,455 miles (+5,911)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    59,455 miles
    Test number
    881622867705
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  2. Pass53,544 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    53,544 miles
    Test number
    568371557539
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail53,541 miles (+6,249)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,541 miles
    Test number
    173766794914
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear control arm ball joint Outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass47,292 miles (+6,996)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    47,292 miles
    Test number
    725376140182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass40,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2024
    Odometer
    40,296 miles
    Test number
    691988750294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail40,296 miles (+13,278)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,296 miles
    Test number
    926479926594
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  7. Pass27,018 miles (+10,450)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    27,018 miles
    Test number
    742577387840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass16,568 miles (+10,678)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2022
    Odometer
    16,568 miles
    Test number
    796143902032
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  9. Pass5,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2021
    Odometer
    5,890 miles
    Test number
    732453190758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L26 AWM

Does L26 AWM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 AWM is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 AWM?
The MOT on L26 AWM is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 AWM done?
L26 AWM was recorded at 59,455 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 8,699 miles a year.
Has L26 AWM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 AWM has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L26 AWM 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 L26 AWM find?
L26 AWM passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: front steering system slightly rough.

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