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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

L26 SCTMOT history

L26 SCT is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 142,063 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

L26 SCT 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 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
142,063 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,729 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 SCT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
29 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 SCT was last recorded at 142,063 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 11,497 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,566 miles · 5 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
11,497 miles
Average per year
7,729 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,063 miles
  • 2024 – 130,566 miles
  • 2023 – 117,029 miles
  • 2022 – 105,303 miles
  • 2021 – 97,817 miles
  • 2020 – 90,163 miles
  • 2019 – 81,506 miles
  • 2018 – 73,004 miles
  • 2017 – 61,623 miles
  • 2016 – 52,613 miles
  • 2015 – 43,730 miles
  • 2014 – 35,446 miles
  • 2013 – 31,303 miles
  • 2012 – 28,499 miles
  • 2011 – 23,873 miles
  • 2010 – 19,983 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,063 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded also spring appears worn, recommended to replace ASAP (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (located in hub assembly) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wing/ wheel arch corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

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.

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2016–2022

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,063 miles (+11,497)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    142,063 miles
    Test number
    438594882379
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded also spring appears worn, recommended to replace ASAP (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (located in hub assembly) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing/ wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  2. Pass130,566 miles (+13,537)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    130,566 miles
    Test number
    263886454578
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the 1.6mm limit (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass117,029 miles (+11,726)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    117,029 miles
    Test number
    636175079606
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass105,303 miles (+587)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    105,303 miles
    Test number
    606896557134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass104,716 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    104,716 miles
    Test number
    675525163776
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  6. Fail104,713 miles (+6,896)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,713 miles
    Test number
    365187250814
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  7. Pass97,817 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    97,817 miles
    Test number
    444182090943
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  8. Fail97,817 miles (+7,654)1 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,817 miles
    Test number
    959926220857
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  9. Pass90,163 miles (+8,657)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    90,163 miles
    Test number
    673189430609
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  10. Pass81,506 miles (+8,502)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    81,506 miles
    Test number
    859010848948
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  11. Pass73,004 miles (+11,381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    73,004 miles
    Test number
    628623206166
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  12. Pass61,623 miles (+9,010)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    61,623 miles
    Test number
    445385718481
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  13. Pass52,613 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    52,613 miles
    Test number
    121199739260
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  14. Fail52,613 miles (+8,883)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,613 miles
    Test number
    746328683034
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  15. Pass43,730 miles (+8,284)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    43,730 miles
    Test number
    608050685174
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass35,446 miles (+4,143)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    35,446 miles
    Test number
    607161484182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,303 miles (+2,804)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    31,303 miles
    Test number
    625856473112
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass28,499 miles (+4,626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    28,499 miles
    Test number
    765536962199
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass23,873 miles (+3,890)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    23,873 miles
    Test number
    307473771111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,983 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    19,983 miles
    Test number
    884825670143
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about L26 SCT

Does L26 SCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 SCT is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 SCT?
The MOT on L26 SCT is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 SCT done?
L26 SCT was recorded at 142,063 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 7,729 miles a year.
Has L26 SCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 SCT has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on L26 SCT 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 SCT find?
L26 SCT passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 10 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal pipes; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front coil spring corroded also spring appears worn, recommended to replace asap, and 7 more.

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