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BMW 1 Series

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

L31 KATMOT history

L31 KAT is a white diesel BMW 1 Series first used on 26 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 80,289 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

L31 KAT white BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
80,289 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,633 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 KAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
26 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 KAT was last recorded at 80,289 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 7,337 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
72,952 miles · 27 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
7,337 miles
Average per year
5,633 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 80,289 miles
  • 2024 – 72,952 miles
  • 2023 – 65,004 miles
  • 2022 – 51,133 miles
  • 2021 – 44,926 miles
  • 2020 – 43,132 miles
  • 2019 – 40,723 miles
  • 2018 – 37,444 miles
  • 2017 – 33,256 miles
  • 2016 – 26,543 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,289 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both nearside front and rear (7.1.2 (b))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

14 tests since 7 May 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,289 miles (+7,337)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    80,289 miles
    Test number
    261812822947
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both nearside front and rear (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass72,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    72,952 miles
    Test number
    540606294033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail72,952 miles (+7,948)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,952 miles
    Test number
    660167915492
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer edge 205/50R17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass65,004 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    65,004 miles
    Test number
    197046275252
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs corroded edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front tyres wearing outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail65,004 miles (+13,871)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,004 miles
    Test number
    261468462986
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs corroded edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front tyres wearing outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass51,133 miles (+2,792)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    51,133 miles
    Test number
    388926544045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass48,341 miles (+3,415)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    48,341 miles
    Test number
    701325332396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass44,926 miles (+1,794)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    44,926 miles
    Test number
    742023793571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass43,132 miles (+2,409)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    43,132 miles
    Test number
    435390020123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass40,723 miles (+3,279)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    40,723 miles
    Test number
    897030292983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass37,444 miles (+4,188)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    37,444 miles
    Test number
    279385628677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass33,256 miles (+6,713)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    33,256 miles
    Test number
    920650963884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,543 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    26,543 miles
    Test number
    783765813842
    • Advisory205 50 r 17 89 v rsc run flat
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads on mot limit (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres on the vehicle are standard load type not run flat
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted

  14. Fail26,543 miles2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,543 miles
    Test number
    591560897767
    • 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)
    • Advisory205 50 r 17 89 v rsc run flat
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads on mot limit (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryThe front tyres are not run flat type

Questions about L31 KAT

Does L31 KAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 KAT is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L31 KAT?
The MOT on L31 KAT is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 KAT done?
L31 KAT was recorded at 80,289 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 5,633 miles a year.
Has L31 KAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 KAT has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on L31 KAT 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 KAT find?
L31 KAT passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall perished; seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both nearside front and rear.

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