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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

L26 TSSMOT history

L26 TSS is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 14 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 105,019 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

L26 TSS black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Feb 2027
Mileage
105,019 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,633 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 TSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
21 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 TSS was last recorded at 105,019 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 2,697 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,322 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,697 miles
Average per year
5,633 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,019 miles
  • 2025 – 102,322 miles
  • 2024 – 98,604 miles
  • 2023 – 95,427 miles
  • 2022 – 92,682 miles
  • 2021 – 88,634 miles
  • 2020 – 84,930 miles
  • 2019 – 78,679 miles
  • 2018 – 70,951 miles
  • 2017 – 65,113 miles
  • 2016 – 58,047 miles
  • 2015 – 57,830 miles
  • 2014 – 40,965 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,019 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

16 tests since 15 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,019 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    105,019 miles
    Test number
    952558348809
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail105,019 miles (+2,697)4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,019 miles
    Test number
    913128261764
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass102,322 miles (+3,718)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    102,322 miles
    Test number
    794095562878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass98,604 miles (+3,177)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    98,604 miles
    Test number
    485762451635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass95,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    95,427 miles
    Test number
    647573019666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail95,427 miles (+2,745)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,427 miles
    Test number
    222277634168
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass92,682 miles (+4,048)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    92,682 miles
    Test number
    200380000980
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass88,634 miles (+3,704)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    88,634 miles
    Test number
    228071399739
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pads low
  9. Pass84,930 miles (+6,251)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    84,930 miles
    Test number
    342571508753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,679 miles (+7,728)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    78,679 miles
    Test number
    731009199500
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass70,951 miles (+5,838)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    70,951 miles
    Test number
    623580736215
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre scuffed on outer wall
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on outer edge
  12. Pass65,113 miles (+7,066)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    65,113 miles
    Test number
    251772335852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,047 miles (+217)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    58,047 miles
    Test number
    321291901752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,830 miles (+16,865)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    57,830 miles
    Test number
    171270212492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,965 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    40,965 miles
    Test number
    399628354469
    • NoteBoth front tyres have cracking to sidewall
  16. Fail40,965 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,965 miles
    Test number
    989818254268
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteBoth front tyres have cracking to sidewall

Questions about L26 TSS

Does L26 TSS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 TSS is valid until 14 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 TSS?
The MOT on L26 TSS is valid until 14 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 TSS done?
L26 TSS was recorded at 105,019 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 5,633 miles a year.
Has L26 TSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 TSS has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 TSS 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 TSS find?
L26 TSS passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively; rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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