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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

L2 RBVMOT history

L2 RBV is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 8 Nov 2024 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 111,076 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2023.

L2 RBV black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Nov 2024
Mileage
111,076 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2023
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,092 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 RBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 RBV was last recorded at 111,076 miles on 31 Oct 2023, 5,369 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,707 miles · 28 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
5,369 miles
Average per year
6,092 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 111,076 miles
  • 2022 – 105,707 miles
  • 2021 – 100,630 miles
  • 2020 – 95,118 miles
  • 2019 – 90,712 miles
  • 2018 – 80,735 miles
  • 2017 – 72,498 miles
  • 2016 – 64,697 miles
  • 2015 – 60,770 miles
  • 2014 – 53,727 miles
  • 2013 – 48,255 miles
  • 2012 – 42,020 miles
  • 2011 – 36,617 miles
  • 2010 – 30,264 miles
  • 2009 – 23,397 miles
  • 2008 – 19,698 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,076 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.

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 30 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,076 miles (+5,369)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    111,076 miles
    Test number
    394034732313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass105,707 miles (+5,077)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    105,707 miles
    Test number
    968539931151
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass100,630 miles (+5,512)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    100,630 miles
    Test number
    605947105102
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass95,118 miles (+4,406)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    95,118 miles
    Test number
    528727265523
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass90,712 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    90,712 miles
    Test number
    392443684379
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail90,712 miles (+9,977)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,712 miles
    Test number
    183620322461
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass80,735 miles (+8,237)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    80,735 miles
    Test number
    627061705002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  8. Pass72,498 miles (+7,801)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    72,498 miles
    Test number
    653680345150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass64,697 miles (+3,927)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    64,697 miles
    Test number
    917113766566
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil level on min

  10. Pass60,770 miles (+7,043)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    60,770 miles
    Test number
    998639470027
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass53,727 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    53,727 miles
    Test number
    376068904302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail53,724 miles (+5,469)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,724 miles
    Test number
    659397604340
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  13. Pass48,255 miles (+6,235)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    48,255 miles
    Test number
    426621203462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,020 miles (+5,403)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    42,020 miles
    Test number
    768483802370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,617 miles (+6,353)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    36,617 miles
    Test number
    669384601399
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres outer edges showing heavy wear.
    • NoteFront brake discs showing wear.

  16. Pass30,264 miles (+6,867)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    30,264 miles
    Test number
    290899890226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,397 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    23,397 miles
    Test number
    383216289260
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  18. Fail23,397 miles (+3,699)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,397 miles
    Test number
    701206489263
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass19,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    19,698 miles
    Test number
    564514808391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L2 RBV

Does L2 RBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L2 RBV expired on 8 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L2 RBV?
The MOT on L2 RBV expired on 8 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L2 RBV done?
L2 RBV was recorded at 111,076 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2023, an average of 6,092 miles a year.
Has L2 RBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 RBV has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on L2 RBV 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 RBV find?
L2 RBV passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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