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BMW 5 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2018 · 2,993 cc

L30 BPMMOT history

L30 BPM is a grey diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 30 May 2018. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 100,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

L30 BPM grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
100,909 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2025
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
13,044 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 BPM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
30 May 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 BPM was last recorded at 100,909 miles on 20 Aug 2025, 13,281 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
87,628 miles · 29 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
13,281 miles
Average per year
13,044 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 100,909 miles
  • 2024 – 87,628 miles
  • 2023 – 73,271 miles
  • 2022 – 61,628 miles
  • 2021 – 49,160 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil nearside & offside (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

8 tests since 10 May 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    369005360695
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil nearside & offside (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass100,909 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    100,909 miles
    Test number
    276923734290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail100,908 miles (+13,280)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,908 miles
    Test number
    915871302734
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Rear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass87,628 miles (+14,357)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    87,628 miles
    Test number
    978538574147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass73,271 miles (+11,643)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    73,271 miles
    Test number
    317660694529
    • 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))

  6. Pass61,628 miles (+12,468)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    61,628 miles
    Test number
    468857493185
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  7. Pass49,160 miles (+4,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    49,160 miles
    Test number
    372515989023
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscure some testable areas/items

  8. Pass45,090 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2022
    Odometer
    45,090 miles
    Test number
    760102864532
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L30 BPM

Does L30 BPM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 BPM is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L30 BPM?
The MOT on L30 BPM is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L30 BPM done?
L30 BPM was recorded at 100,909 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2025, an average of 13,044 miles a year.
Has L30 BPM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 BPM has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L30 BPM 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 L30 BPM find?
L30 BPM passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: front shock absorbers has light misting of oil nearside & offside; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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