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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,995 cc

L2 BMWMOT history

L2 BMW is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 97,401 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

L2 BMW green 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 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
97,401 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,732 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 BMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 BMW was last recorded at 97,401 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 2,325 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
95,076 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,325 miles
Average per year
3,732 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,401 miles
  • 2025 – 95,076 miles
  • 2024 – 92,521 miles
  • 2023 – 89,620 miles
  • 2022 – 86,529 miles
  • 2021 – 82,154 miles
  • 2020 – 79,736 miles
  • 2019 – 75,480 miles
  • 2018 – 74,434 miles
  • 2017 – 71,677 miles
  • 2016 – 69,165 miles
  • 2015 – 66,421 miles
  • 2014 – 63,230 miles
  • 2013 – 59,914 miles
  • 2012 – 56,055 miles
  • 2011 – 53,372 miles
  • 2010 – 48,361 miles
  • 2009 – 42,617 miles
  • 2008 – 37,565 miles
  • 2007 – 31,562 miles
  • 2006 – 22,735 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,401 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,401 miles (+2,325)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    97,401 miles
    Test number
    468674010862
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass95,076 miles (+2,555)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    95,076 miles
    Test number
    885212572433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged tyre sidewall damaged tyre 2016 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall small splits tyre 2014 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre small splits 2014 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass92,521 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    92,521 miles
    Test number
    533718756535
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail92,521 miles (+2,901)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,521 miles
    Test number
    673840790046
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass89,620 miles (+3,091)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    89,620 miles
    Test number
    511482877881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass86,529 miles (+4,375)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    86,529 miles
    Test number
    742124297934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass82,154 miles (+2,418)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    82,154 miles
    Test number
    336557988345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,736 miles (+4,256)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    79,736 miles
    Test number
    688636642991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,480 miles (+1,046)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    75,480 miles
    Test number
    519890290759
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass74,434 miles (+2,757)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    74,434 miles
    Test number
    951117861393
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass71,677 miles (+2,512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    71,677 miles
    Test number
    978759426850
    • AdvisoryOsr metal brake pipe starting to corrode

  12. Pass69,165 miles (+2,744)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    69,165 miles
    Test number
    671159741441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,421 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    66,421 miles
    Test number
    227399175049
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail66,421 miles (+3,191)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,421 miles
    Test number
    236589075087
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass63,230 miles (+3,316)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    63,230 miles
    Test number
    269083284071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,914 miles (+3,859)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    59,914 miles
    Test number
    266237473000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass56,055 miles (+2,683)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    56,055 miles
    Test number
    119283282068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,372 miles (+5,011)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    53,372 miles
    Test number
    275163881096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,361 miles (+5,744)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    48,361 miles
    Test number
    170960470040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass42,617 miles (+5,052)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    42,617 miles
    Test number
    922238679075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass37,565 miles (+6,003)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    37,565 miles
    Test number
    221499078017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,562 miles (+8,827)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    31,562 miles
    Test number
    381742287046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    22,735 miles
    Test number
    840583676038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L2 BMW

Does L2 BMW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 BMW is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 BMW?
The MOT on L2 BMW is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 BMW done?
L2 BMW was recorded at 97,401 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 3,732 miles a year.
Has L2 BMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 BMW has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L2 BMW 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 L2 BMW find?
L2 BMW passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively.

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