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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

L30 TNTMOT history

L30 TNT is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 149,315 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

L30 TNT grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
149,315 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,911 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 TNT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
21 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 TNT was last recorded at 149,315 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 6,082 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,233 miles · 14 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,082 miles
Average per year
7,911 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,315 miles
  • 2025 – 143,233 miles
  • 2024 – 138,424 miles
  • 2023 – 132,241 miles
  • 2022 – 126,638 miles
  • 2021 – 120,031 miles
  • 2020 – 111,761 miles
  • 2018 – 105,386 miles
  • 2017 – 97,422 miles
  • 2016 – 84,495 miles
  • 2015 – 75,358 miles
  • 2014 – 62,921 miles
  • 2013 – 53,512 miles
  • 2012 – 41,144 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,315 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn deteriorating

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 10 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,315 miles (+6,082)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    149,315 miles
    Test number
    932705864495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass143,233 miles (+4,809)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    143,233 miles
    Test number
    282242358501
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn suspension arms both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass138,424 miles (+6)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    138,424 miles
    Test number
    603165034248
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack ends (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills springs (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Fail138,418 miles (+6,177)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,418 miles
    Test number
    472592291263
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack end (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear inner sills/rear springs (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Pass132,241 miles (+5,603)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    132,241 miles
    Test number
    906377674711
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass126,638 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    126,638 miles
    Test number
    272266594584
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail126,637 miles (+6,606)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,637 miles
    Test number
    438841174097
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass120,031 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    120,031 miles
    Test number
    632802294783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Fail120,031 miles (+8,270)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,031 miles
    Test number
    396735212505
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Pass111,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    111,761 miles
    Test number
    246690745386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail111,761 miles (+6,375)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,761 miles
    Test number
    920578116003
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play steering rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass105,386 miles (+169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    105,386 miles
    Test number
    151235030172
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  13. Fail105,217 miles (+7,795)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,217 miles
    Test number
    274544597401
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  14. Pass97,422 miles (+12,927)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    97,422 miles
    Test number
    538304428498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,495 miles (+9,137)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    84,495 miles
    Test number
    978036634996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass75,358 miles (+12,437)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    75,358 miles
    Test number
    745139026159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,921 miles (+9,409)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    62,921 miles
    Test number
    376917644300
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass53,512 miles (+12,368)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    53,512 miles
    Test number
    158623343395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,144 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    41,144 miles
    Test number
    707125642301
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about L30 TNT

Does L30 TNT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 TNT is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L30 TNT?
The MOT on L30 TNT is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L30 TNT done?
L30 TNT was recorded at 149,315 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 7,911 miles a year.
Has L30 TNT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 TNT has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on L30 TNT 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 TNT find?
L30 TNT passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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