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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,171 cc

L31 BNKMOT history

L31 BNK is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Dec 2025 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 103,254 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

L31 BNK blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Dec 2025
Mileage
103,254 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,759 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 BNK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

L31 BNK was last recorded at 103,254 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 3,619 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,635 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,619 miles
Average per year
3,759 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 103,254 miles
  • 2024 – 99,635 miles
  • 2023 – 94,509 miles
  • 2022 – 89,710 miles
  • 2021 – 86,357 miles
  • 2020 – 84,459 miles
  • 2019 – 82,864 miles
  • 2018 – 79,222 miles
  • 2017 – 75,710 miles
  • 2016 – 72,088 miles
  • 2015 – 62,793 miles
  • 2014 – 57,775 miles
  • 2013 – 56,283 miles
  • 2012 – 54,581 miles
  • 2011 – 52,299 miles
  • 2010 – 48,688 miles
  • 2009 – 43,881 miles
  • 2008 – 37,591 miles
  • 2007 – 34,415 miles
  • 2006 – 30,727 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail103,254 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge, minor split inner sidewall. tread reading 2mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail103,254 miles (+3,619)3 dangerous4 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,254 miles
    Test number
    644577896884
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  2. Pass99,635 miles (+5,126)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    99,635 miles
    Test number
    555190172087
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  3. Pass94,509 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    94,509 miles
    Test number
    898951802028
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail94,509 miles (+4,799)2 dangerous2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,509 miles
    Test number
    872937988230
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass89,710 miles (+3,353)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    89,710 miles
    Test number
    880169536215
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass86,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    86,357 miles
    Test number
    410482705870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail86,357 miles (+1,898)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,357 miles
    Test number
    284003302633
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass84,459 miles (+1,595)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    84,459 miles
    Test number
    472527521995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,864 miles (+3,642)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    82,864 miles
    Test number
    436507593415
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured rears (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass79,222 miles (+3,512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    79,222 miles
    Test number
    116599905410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass75,710 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    75,710 miles
    Test number
    654189920936
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge, minor split inner sidewall. tread reading 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail75,710 miles (+3,622)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,710 miles
    Test number
    820428179814
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn inner edge, minor split inner sidewall. tread reading 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass72,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    72,088 miles
    Test number
    954437468499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail72,088 miles (+4,020)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,088 miles
    Test number
    262079068729
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass68,068 miles (+82)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    68,068 miles
    Test number
    698002998836
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

  16. Fail67,986 miles (+5,193)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,986 miles
    Test number
    713332701250
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

  17. Pass62,793 miles (+5,018)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    62,793 miles
    Test number
    585216745113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,775 miles (+1,492)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    57,775 miles
    Test number
    855008634164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,283 miles (+1,702)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    56,283 miles
    Test number
    277819043403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,581 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    54,581 miles
    Test number
    278160142452
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  21. Fail54,581 miles (+2,282)3 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,581 miles
    Test number
    465380742180
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  22. Pass52,299 miles (+3,611)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    52,299 miles
    Test number
    217257831433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  23. Pass48,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    48,688 miles
    Test number
    721683210109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail48,688 miles (+4,807)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,688 miles
    Test number
    990033610159
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  25. Pass43,881 miles (+6,290)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    43,881 miles
    Test number
    991405339139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass37,591 miles (+3,176)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    37,591 miles
    Test number
    851992548193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass34,415 miles (+3,688)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    34,415 miles
    Test number
    304016347295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass30,727 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    30,727 miles
    Test number
    932649846263
    • NoteRear tyres 1.6mm
    • NoteWiper blades smeary

Questions about L31 BNK

Does L31 BNK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L31 BNK expired on 30 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L31 BNK?
The MOT on L31 BNK expired on 30 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L31 BNK done?
L31 BNK was recorded at 103,254 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 3,759 miles a year.
Has L31 BNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 BNK has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L31 BNK 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 L31 BNK find?
L31 BNK failed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with 3 dangerous defects, 4 major defects, 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside rear brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and 14 more.

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