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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

L2 SYCMOT history

L2 SYC is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 168,340 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

L2 SYC 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 23 Jun 2027
Mileage
168,340 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,248 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 SYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
13 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 SYC was last recorded at 168,340 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,339 miles · 22 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,248 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,340 miles
  • 2025 – 160,931 miles
  • 2024 – 158,660 miles
  • 2022 – 150,398 miles
  • 2021 – 148,082 miles
  • 2020 – 142,865 miles
  • 2019 – 131,787 miles
  • 2017 – 129,353 miles
  • 2016 – 123,815 miles
  • 2015 – 112,512 miles
  • 2014 – 102,886 miles
  • 2013 – 95,047 miles
  • 2012 – 84,134 miles
  • 2011 – 78,438 miles
  • 2010 – 57,489 miles
  • 2009 – 26,192 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,340 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)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.

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • N/s/f fog broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 30 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,340 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    168,340 miles
    Test number
    685401877150
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail168,339 miles (+7,408)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,339 miles
    Test number
    511696774015
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass160,931 miles (+2,271)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    160,931 miles
    Test number
    301372876375
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass158,660 miles (+8,262)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    158,660 miles
    Test number
    721400043443
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass150,398 miles (+2,316)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    150,398 miles
    Test number
    315480297951
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass148,082 miles (+5,217)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    148,082 miles
    Test number
    224063741276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass142,865 miles (+11,078)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    142,865 miles
    Test number
    156338224279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass131,787 miles (+2,434)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    131,787 miles
    Test number
    170660008055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass129,353 miles (+5,538)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    129,353 miles
    Test number
    814946385354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass123,815 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    123,815 miles
    Test number
    203156252822
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog broken

  11. Fail123,814 miles (+11,302)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,814 miles
    Test number
    128507990081
    • FailureFront Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog broken

  12. Pass112,512 miles (+9,626)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    112,512 miles
    Test number
    925224005281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass102,886 miles (+7,839)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    102,886 miles
    Test number
    567205804203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  14. Pass95,047 miles (+10,913)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    95,047 miles
    Test number
    366186703473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail84,134 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,134 miles
    Test number
    589189502225
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  16. Pass84,134 miles (+5,696)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    84,134 miles
    Test number
    626099502272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass78,438 miles (+20,949)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    78,438 miles
    Test number
    828853241166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass57,489 miles (+31,297)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    57,489 miles
    Test number
    571942640176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,192 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    26,192 miles
    Test number
    814089089070
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L2 SYC

Does L2 SYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 SYC is valid until 23 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 SYC?
The MOT on L2 SYC is valid until 23 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 SYC done?
L2 SYC was recorded at 168,340 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 8,248 miles a year.
Has L2 SYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 SYC has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L2 SYC 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 SYC find?
L2 SYC passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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