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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 2,494 cc

L2 EALMOT history

L2 EAL is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 113,681 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

L2 EAL blue 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 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
113,681 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,904 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 EAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 EAL was last recorded at 113,681 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,681 miles · 22 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,904 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,681 miles
  • 2025 – 105,265 miles
  • 2024 – 97,524 miles
  • 2023 – 91,024 miles
  • 2022 – 82,668 miles
  • 2021 – 80,416 miles
  • 2020 – 74,201 miles
  • 2019 – 69,010 miles
  • 2018 – 56,826 miles
  • 2017 – 44,895 miles
  • 2016 – 34,657 miles
  • 2015 – 26,989 miles
  • 2014 – 24,005 miles
  • 2013 – 20,461 miles
  • 2012 – 14,543 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,681 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside rear (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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,681 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    113,681 miles
    Test number
    435153006751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail113,681 miles (+8,416)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,681 miles
    Test number
    948922037729
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass105,265 miles (+7,741)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    105,265 miles
    Test number
    616528888248
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated on to caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated on to caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass97,524 miles (+6,500)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    97,524 miles
    Test number
    585199648359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass91,024 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    91,024 miles
    Test number
    140909801659
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail91,024 miles (+8,356)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,024 miles
    Test number
    253976038032
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass82,668 miles (+2,252)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    82,668 miles
    Test number
    741459184867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass80,416 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    80,416 miles
    Test number
    399380128162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail80,413 miles (+6,212)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,413 miles
    Test number
    420287463921
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryTPMS light is on

  10. Pass74,201 miles (+5,191)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    74,201 miles
    Test number
    580978014497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    69,010 miles
    Test number
    246464390716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail69,010 miles (+12,184)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,010 miles
    Test number
    668070053218
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass56,826 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    56,826 miles
    Test number
    784467249407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail56,823 miles (+11,928)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,823 miles
    Test number
    692800215838
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass44,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    44,895 miles
    Test number
    580227400228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail44,895 miles (+10,238)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,895 miles
    Test number
    797690775140
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass34,657 miles (+4,599)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    34,657 miles
    Test number
    938921993421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,058 miles (+3,069)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    30,058 miles
    Test number
    202433966971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,989 miles (+2,984)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    26,989 miles
    Test number
    918113935059
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage offside rear tyre sidewall.
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  20. Pass24,005 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    24,005 miles
    Test number
    845996334090
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteInner front and rear brake pads 80% worn.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  21. Fail23,993 miles (+3,532)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,993 miles
    Test number
    528676034014
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteInner front and rear brake pads 80% worn.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  22. Pass20,461 miles (+5,918)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    20,461 miles
    Test number
    257967633079
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low inner edges.
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  23. Pass14,543 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    14,543 miles
    Test number
    938333772050
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing low inner edges.
    • NoteDamage nearside wheel rims.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

Questions about L2 EAL

Does L2 EAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 EAL is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 EAL?
The MOT on L2 EAL is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 EAL done?
L2 EAL was recorded at 113,681 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 6,904 miles a year.
Has L2 EAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 EAL has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L2 EAL 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 EAL find?
L2 EAL passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside front; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside rear.

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