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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,497 cc

L2 SMAMOT history

L2 SMA is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 108,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

L2 SMA black 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 Feb 2027
Mileage
108,982 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,833 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 SMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
23 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 SMA was last recorded at 108,982 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 3,383 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
105,599 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,383 miles
Average per year
4,833 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,982 miles
  • 2025 – 105,599 miles
  • 2024 – 103,475 miles
  • 2023 – 101,632 miles
  • 2022 – 99,057 miles
  • 2021 – 96,069 miles
  • 2020 – 92,139 miles
  • 2019 – 85,130 miles
  • 2018 – 80,856 miles
  • 2017 – 78,908 miles
  • 2016 – 76,945 miles
  • 2015 – 74,052 miles
  • 2014 – 72,282 miles
  • 2012 – 52,106 miles
  • 2011 – 37,998 miles
  • 2010 – 31,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,982 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Suspension bump stop split

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2024

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,982 miles (+3,383)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    108,982 miles
    Test number
    740739286488
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass105,599 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    105,599 miles
    Test number
    457900953956
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail105,599 miles (+2,124)2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,599 miles
    Test number
    795763829200
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass103,475 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    103,475 miles
    Test number
    691418005260
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bump stop split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail103,475 miles (+1,843)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,475 miles
    Test number
    945175752032
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bump stop split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass101,632 miles (+2,575)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    101,632 miles
    Test number
    517745577163
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass99,057 miles (+2,988)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    99,057 miles
    Test number
    682125881302
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bump stop split

  8. Pass96,069 miles (+3,930)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    96,069 miles
    Test number
    124277206236
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bump stop split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass92,139 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    92,139 miles
    Test number
    505554636982
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bump stop split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail92,139 miles (+7,009)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,139 miles
    Test number
    108678810009
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bump stop split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass85,130 miles (+4,274)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    85,130 miles
    Test number
    169473849858
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bump stop split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass80,856 miles (+1,948)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    80,856 miles
    Test number
    766815940255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,908 miles (+1,963)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    78,908 miles
    Test number
    912383151922
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension bump stop split

  14. Pass76,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    76,945 miles
    Test number
    310759981070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail76,942 miles (+2,890)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,942 miles
    Test number
    491100957060
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

  16. Pass74,052 miles (+1,770)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    74,052 miles
    Test number
    607990135042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass72,282 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    72,282 miles
    Test number
    646698424018
    • NoteBOTH REAR TYRES WORN ON EDGES ON THE LIMIT
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail72,282 miles (+20,176)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,282 miles
    Test number
    887108124041
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteBOTH REAR TYRES WORN ON EDGES ON THE LIMIT
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass52,106 miles (+14,108)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    52,106 miles
    Test number
    447988332059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,998 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    37,998 miles
    Test number
    196745431020
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail37,998 miles (+6,389)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,998 miles
    Test number
    515735831044
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass31,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    31,609 miles
    Test number
    331361640076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L2 SMA

Does L2 SMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 SMA is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 SMA?
The MOT on L2 SMA is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 SMA done?
L2 SMA was recorded at 108,982 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 4,833 miles a year.
Has L2 SMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 SMA has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on L2 SMA 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 SMA find?
L2 SMA passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: offside front tyre obviously under inflated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 8 more.

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