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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,993 cc

L26 LCRMOT history

L26 LCR is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 6 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 159,832 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

L26 LCR black 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 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
159,832 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,589 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 LCR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
6 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 LCR was last recorded at 159,832 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 7,617 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,215 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,617 miles
Average per year
10,589 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,832 miles
  • 2025 – 152,215 miles
  • 2024 – 143,438 miles
  • 2023 – 134,944 miles
  • 2021 – 129,053 miles
  • 2020 – 118,067 miles
  • 2019 – 110,004 miles
  • 2018 – 101,927 miles
  • 2017 – 87,130 miles
  • 2016 – 69,359 miles
  • 2015 – 50,230 miles
  • 2014 – 35,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,832 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 30 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,832 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    159,832 miles
    Test number
    405069309392
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail159,832 miles (+7,617)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,832 miles
    Test number
    608643189205
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass152,215 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    152,215 miles
    Test number
    281327872491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail152,201 miles (+8,763)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,201 miles
    Test number
    519328866145
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass143,438 miles (+8,494)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    143,438 miles
    Test number
    589552071815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass134,944 miles (+76)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    134,944 miles
    Test number
    530788683956
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  7. Fail134,868 miles (+5,815)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,868 miles
    Test number
    119341033698
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  8. Pass129,053 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    129,053 miles
    Test number
    438857604595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail129,053 miles (+10,986)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,053 miles
    Test number
    539263463881
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass118,067 miles (+8,063)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    118,067 miles
    Test number
    248263113190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass110,004 miles (+8,077)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    110,004 miles
    Test number
    550373008489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass101,927 miles (+14,797)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    101,927 miles
    Test number
    563491425924
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass87,130 miles (+17,771)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    87,130 miles
    Test number
    107080820978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,359 miles (+19,129)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    69,359 miles
    Test number
    363079934154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,230 miles (+14,626)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    50,230 miles
    Test number
    716700625178
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail35,604 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,604 miles
    Test number
    347030824199
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass35,604 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    35,604 miles
    Test number
    839080224170
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L26 LCR

Does L26 LCR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 LCR is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 LCR?
The MOT on L26 LCR is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 LCR done?
L26 LCR was recorded at 159,832 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 10,589 miles a year.
Has L26 LCR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 LCR has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 LCR 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 LCR find?
L26 LCR passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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