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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 1995 · 1,796 cc

L29 SWAMOT history

L29 SWA is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 122,707 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

L29 SWA 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 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
122,707 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,955 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L29 SWA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L29 SWA was last recorded at 122,707 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 1,520 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,187 miles · 15 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,520 miles
Average per year
3,955 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,707 miles
  • 2024 – 121,187 miles
  • 2020 – 120,495 miles
  • 2019 – 116,610 miles
  • 2018 – 113,901 miles
  • 2017 – 109,706 miles
  • 2016 – 104,607 miles
  • 2015 – 99,442 miles
  • 2014 – 95,404 miles
  • 2013 – 91,478 miles
  • 2012 – 86,789 miles
  • 2011 – 77,436 miles
  • 2010 – 65,732 miles
  • 2009 – 56,914 miles
  • 2008 – 49,275 miles
  • 2007 – 45,728 miles
  • 2006 – 45,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,707 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,707 miles (+1,520)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    122,707 miles
    Test number
    974061897933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass121,187 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    121,187 miles
    Test number
    308755303747
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear undercarriage rusty

  3. Fail121,187 miles (+692)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,187 miles
    Test number
    690878734699
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides marked in yellow (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear undercarriage rusty

  4. Fail120,495 miles (+3,885)9 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,495 miles
    Test number
    193877100028
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass116,610 miles (+2,709)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    116,610 miles
    Test number
    323905169352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass113,901 miles (+4,195)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    113,901 miles
    Test number
    172551033984
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass109,706 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    109,706 miles
    Test number
    234585740815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail109,664 miles (+5,057)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,664 miles
    Test number
    330957700668
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Pass104,607 miles (+5,165)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    104,607 miles
    Test number
    422539386428
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass99,442 miles (+4,038)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    99,442 miles
    Test number
    315393205245
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass95,404 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    95,404 miles
    Test number
    268502594142
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail95,404 miles (+3,926)5 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,404 miles
    Test number
    157321694149
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass91,478 miles (+4,689)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    91,478 miles
    Test number
    335282643170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteExhaust tail box in poor condition

  14. Pass86,789 miles (+9,353)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    86,789 miles
    Test number
    787861572184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass77,436 miles (+11,704)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    77,436 miles
    Test number
    327477341130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass65,732 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    65,732 miles
    Test number
    274715920160
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail65,732 miles (+8,818)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,732 miles
    Test number
    283834420127
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass56,914 miles (+7,639)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    56,914 miles
    Test number
    172965439141
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Pass49,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2009
    Odometer
    49,275 miles
    Test number
    244645438198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail49,273 miles (+3,545)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,273 miles
    Test number
    390915138142
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass45,728 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2008
    Odometer
    45,728 miles
    Test number
    270588427171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOff side rear tyre cracking

  22. Fail45,728 miles (+685)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,728 miles
    Test number
    480798627153
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOff side rear tyre cracking

  23. Pass45,043 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    45,043 miles
    Test number
    171174526147
    • NoteNearside headlight slightly condensated beam pattern allright
    • NoteOffside headlight slightly condensated beam pattern allright

Questions about L29 SWA

Does L29 SWA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L29 SWA is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L29 SWA?
The MOT on L29 SWA is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L29 SWA done?
L29 SWA was recorded at 122,707 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 3,955 miles a year.
Has L29 SWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L29 SWA has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on L29 SWA 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 SWA find?
L29 SWA passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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