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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

L28 TRMMOT history

L28 TRM is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 154,607 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

L28 TRM blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
154,607 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,115 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L28 TRM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
4 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L28 TRM was last recorded at 154,607 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 38 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,569 miles · 14 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
38 miles
Average per year
9,115 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,607 miles
  • 2025 – 144,397 miles
  • 2024 – 136,534 miles
  • 2023 – 129,279 miles
  • 2022 – 121,743 miles
  • 2021 – 115,692 miles
  • 2020 – 107,124 miles
  • 2019 – 98,653 miles
  • 2018 – 79,845 miles
  • 2016 – 73,150 miles
  • 2015 – 57,815 miles
  • 2014 – 46,571 miles
  • 2013 – 33,881 miles
  • 2012 – 23,972 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,607 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 16 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,607 miles (+38)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    154,607 miles
    Test number
    822830706956
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  2. Fail154,569 miles (+10,172)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,569 miles
    Test number
    446997476578
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  3. Pass144,397 miles (+7,863)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    144,397 miles
    Test number
    290773382526
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin near wear markers (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both outer (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin near wear markers (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass136,534 miles (+7,255)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    136,534 miles
    Test number
    318612302828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass129,279 miles (+7,536)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    129,279 miles
    Test number
    581074983724
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre X 2
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass121,743 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    121,743 miles
    Test number
    723087757842
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  7. Fail121,742 miles (+6,050)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,742 miles
    Test number
    178866845786
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  8. Pass115,692 miles (+8,568)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    115,692 miles
    Test number
    661489794051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass107,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    107,124 miles
    Test number
    499301640305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail107,123 miles (+8,470)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,123 miles
    Test number
    626596553436
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Pass98,653 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    98,653 miles
    Test number
    978586040854
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp slightly insecure
  12. Fail98,653 miles (+18,808)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,653 miles
    Test number
    282914169163
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp slightly insecure
  13. Pass79,845 miles (+6,695)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    79,845 miles
    Test number
    976793150322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,150 miles (+15,335)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    73,150 miles
    Test number
    287186117650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,815 miles (+11,244)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    57,815 miles
    Test number
    167512545172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,571 miles (+12,690)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    46,571 miles
    Test number
    457027334175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,881 miles (+9,909)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    33,881 miles
    Test number
    736540043103
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass23,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    23,972 miles
    Test number
    735388162100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L28 TRM

Does L28 TRM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L28 TRM is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L28 TRM?
The MOT on L28 TRM is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L28 TRM done?
L28 TRM was recorded at 154,607 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 9,115 miles a year.
Has L28 TRM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L28 TRM has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L28 TRM 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 L28 TRM find?
L28 TRM passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 1 more.

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