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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

L30 SGWMOT history

L30 SGW is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 Aug 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 163,278 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2022.

L30 SGW black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Aug 2023
Mileage
163,278 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,640 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 SGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 SGW was last recorded at 163,278 miles on 5 Aug 2022, 3,023 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,255 miles · 30 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
3,023 miles
Average per year
8,640 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 163,278 miles
  • 2021 – 160,255 miles
  • 2020 – 158,627 miles
  • 2019 – 155,187 miles
  • 2018 – 151,557 miles
  • 2017 – 147,501 miles
  • 2016 – 139,100 miles
  • 2015 – 104,497 miles
  • 2014 – 80,379 miles
  • 2013 – 68,948 miles
  • 2012 – 61,719 miles
  • 2011 – 58,555 miles
  • 2009 – 51,402 miles
  • 2008 – 45,085 miles
  • 2007 – 35,308 miles
  • 2006 – 25,442 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,278 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

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, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,278 miles (+3,023)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    163,278 miles
    Test number
    223728387183
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass160,255 miles (+1,628)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    160,255 miles
    Test number
    580680694442
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass158,627 miles (+2,012)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    158,627 miles
    Test number
    520877336458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail156,615 miles (+1,428)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,615 miles
    Test number
    223099321027
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Boths (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass155,187 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    155,187 miles
    Test number
    134848469160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  6. Fail155,384 miles (+3,827)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,384 miles
    Test number
    763229687776
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively And torn on ends (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  7. Pass151,557 miles (+4,056)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    151,557 miles
    Test number
    922121339561
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass147,501 miles (+8,401)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    147,501 miles
    Test number
    191380008332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass139,100 miles (+34,603)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    139,100 miles
    Test number
    448844983062
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass104,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    104,497 miles
    Test number
    315365505003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail104,491 miles (+24,112)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,491 miles
    Test number
    788995105040
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass80,379 miles (+11,431)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    80,379 miles
    Test number
    995411834022
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wall chipped

  13. Pass68,948 miles (+7,229)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    68,948 miles
    Test number
    976971633083
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAirbag lamp on indicating a fault

  14. Pass61,719 miles (+3,164)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    61,719 miles
    Test number
    745584422047
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass58,555 miles (+13)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    58,555 miles
    Test number
    449514721007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside handbrake poor effiency

  16. Fail58,542 miles (+7,140)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,542 miles
    Test number
    885428911017
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside handbrake poor effiency

  17. Pass51,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    51,402 miles
    Test number
    474793639206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail51,402 miles (+6,317)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,402 miles
    Test number
    842643239258
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass45,085 miles (+9,777)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    45,085 miles
    Test number
    390935638431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,308 miles (+9,866)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    35,308 miles
    Test number
    413279817253
    • NoteBoth front tyres are wearing on edges

  21. Pass25,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    25,442 miles
    Test number
    144654236294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail25,442 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,442 miles
    Test number
    661214536277
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L30 SGW

Does L30 SGW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L30 SGW expired on 4 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L30 SGW?
The MOT on L30 SGW expired on 4 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L30 SGW done?
L30 SGW was recorded at 163,278 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2022, an average of 8,640 miles a year.
Has L30 SGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 SGW has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2020.
Has the mileage on L30 SGW 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 SGW find?
L30 SGW passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2022 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside rear inner brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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