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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2011 · 2,171 cc

L29 DTSMOT history

L29 DTS is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jun 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 107,481 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2026.

L29 DTS silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jun 2027
Mileage
107,481 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,173 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L29 DTS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
17 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L29 DTS was last recorded at 107,481 miles on 27 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,481 miles · 26 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,173 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,481 miles
  • 2025 – 98,379 miles
  • 2024 – 93,906 miles
  • 2023 – 90,257 miles
  • 2022 – 85,115 miles
  • 2021 – 77,622 miles
  • 2019 – 65,563 miles
  • 2018 – 54,952 miles
  • 2017 – 44,888 miles
  • 2016 – 38,538 miles
  • 2015 – 29,504 miles
  • 2014 – 19,945 miles
  • 2013 – 12,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,481 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,481 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    107,481 miles
    Test number
    991544530903
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail107,481 miles (+9,102)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,481 miles
    Test number
    143691381138
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass98,379 miles (+4,473)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    98,379 miles
    Test number
    547227443406
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass93,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    93,906 miles
    Test number
    568257994568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail93,906 miles (+3,649)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,906 miles
    Test number
    718283899256
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass90,257 miles (+5,142)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    90,257 miles
    Test number
    472979231329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,115 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    85,115 miles
    Test number
    680180390478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail85,103 miles (+7,481)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,103 miles
    Test number
    594313588994
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass77,622 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    77,622 miles
    Test number
    491311487444
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail77,622 miles (+12,059)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,622 miles
    Test number
    821013187755
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both sides (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass65,563 miles (+10,611)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    65,563 miles
    Test number
    733933890333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,952 miles (+10,064)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    54,952 miles
    Test number
    112836753499
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass44,888 miles (+575)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    44,888 miles
    Test number
    716820996055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,313 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    44,313 miles
    Test number
    515577375683
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  15. Fail44,299 miles (+5,761)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,299 miles
    Test number
    120803141239
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  16. Pass38,538 miles (+9,034)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    38,538 miles
    Test number
    735921683187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,504 miles (+9,559)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    29,504 miles
    Test number
    826321115111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,945 miles (+7,118)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    19,945 miles
    Test number
    578040504157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass12,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    12,827 miles
    Test number
    906876703143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L29 DTS

Does L29 DTS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L29 DTS is valid until 26 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L29 DTS?
The MOT on L29 DTS is valid until 26 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L29 DTS done?
L29 DTS was recorded at 107,481 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2026, an average of 7,173 miles a year.
Has L29 DTS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L29 DTS has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L29 DTS 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 L29 DTS find?
L29 DTS passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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