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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2013 · 2,993 cc

L26 YJBMOT history

L26 YJB is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 127,410 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

L26 YJB 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 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
127,410 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,128 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 YJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
12 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 YJB was last recorded at 127,410 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 3,431 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
123,979 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,431 miles
Average per year
9,128 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,410 miles
  • 2025 – 123,979 miles
  • 2024 – 112,423 miles
  • 2022 – 88,833 miles
  • 2021 – 70,300 miles
  • 2020 – 69,845 miles
  • 2019 – 53,847 miles
  • 2017 – 48,273 miles
  • 2016 – 36,095 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,410 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryBoth rear brake caliper anti rattle clips missing

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

14 tests since 12 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,410 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    127,410 miles
    Test number
    116854806463
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake caliper anti rattle clips missing

  2. Fail127,410 miles (+3,431)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,410 miles
    Test number
    745845545241
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake caliper anti rattle clips missing

  3. Pass123,979 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    123,979 miles
    Test number
    236640649929
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge 225/45 18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner and outer edges 225/45 18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear brake anti rattle springs missing

  4. Fail123,979 miles (+11,556)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,979 miles
    Test number
    876408302941
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/45 18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge 225/45 18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner and outer edges 225/45 18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (1.6mm limit) 245/45 18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear brake anti rattle springs missing

  5. Pass112,423 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    112,423 miles
    Test number
    400744632424
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pad anti rattle springs missing

  6. Fail112,423 miles (+23,590)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,423 miles
    Test number
    223899222030
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pad anti rattle springs missing

  7. Pass88,833 miles (+18,533)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    88,833 miles
    Test number
    823897984660
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides worn . (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad anti rattle spring missing .

  8. Pass70,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    70,300 miles
    Test number
    516140289415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail70,300 miles (+455)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,300 miles
    Test number
    986867431815
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass69,845 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    69,845 miles
    Test number
    978501305309
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail69,845 miles (+15,998)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,845 miles
    Test number
    707672673315
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass53,847 miles (+5,574)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    53,847 miles
    Test number
    926686077588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,273 miles (+12,178)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    48,273 miles
    Test number
    460197193794
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres nearing limit
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres nearing limit

  14. Pass36,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    36,095 miles
    Test number
    515424531123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L26 YJB

Does L26 YJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 YJB is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 YJB?
The MOT on L26 YJB is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 YJB done?
L26 YJB was recorded at 127,410 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 9,128 miles a year.
Has L26 YJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 YJB has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 YJB 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 YJB find?
L26 YJB passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit on inside edge, and 3 more.

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