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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

L30 DFBMOT history

L30 DFB is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Mar 2015. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 122,729 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

L30 DFB silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
122,729 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,599 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 DFB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
5 Mar 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 DFB was last recorded at 122,729 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 9,910 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,819 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
9,910 miles
Average per year
9,599 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,729 miles
  • 2025 – 112,819 miles
  • 2024 – 103,097 miles
  • 2023 – 91,913 miles
  • 2022 – 83,073 miles
  • 2021 – 72,343 miles
  • 2020 – 63,493 miles
  • 2019 – 50,446 miles
  • 2018 – 42,865 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,729 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

12 tests since 13 Mar 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,729 miles (+9,910)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    122,729 miles
    Test number
    320082640852
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass112,819 miles (+9,722)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    112,819 miles
    Test number
    460738568285
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass103,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    103,097 miles
    Test number
    724190040656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail103,097 miles (+11,184)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,097 miles
    Test number
    231291591032
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass91,913 miles (+137)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    91,913 miles
    Test number
    847033536645
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail91,776 miles (+8,703)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,776 miles
    Test number
    973061772895
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower middle arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass83,073 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    83,073 miles
    Test number
    792201154825
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail83,073 miles (+10,730)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,073 miles
    Test number
    581857401218
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass72,343 miles (+8,850)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    72,343 miles
    Test number
    421262296783
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass63,493 miles (+13,047)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    63,493 miles
    Test number
    484044411040
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass50,446 miles (+7,581)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    50,446 miles
    Test number
    690947200397
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass42,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    42,865 miles
    Test number
    101379326776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L30 DFB

Does L30 DFB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 DFB is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L30 DFB?
The MOT on L30 DFB is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L30 DFB done?
L30 DFB was recorded at 122,729 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 9,599 miles a year.
Has L30 DFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 DFB has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on L30 DFB 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 DFB find?
L30 DFB passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm worn on inner edge.

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