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BMW 5 Series

Black · Diesel · 2018 · 2,993 cc

L31 LAPMOT history

L31 LAP is a black diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 30 Nov 2018. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jun 2027 and it has passed 6 of 7 MOT tests, with 68,573 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2026.

L31 LAP black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jun 2027
Mileage
68,573 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2026
MOT tests
7
6 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,946 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 LAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
30 Nov 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 LAP was last recorded at 68,573 miles on 9 Jun 2026, 8,150 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,423 miles · 12 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
8,150 miles
Average per year
7,946 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,573 miles
  • 2025 – 60,423 miles
  • 2024 – 52,301 miles
  • 2023 – 44,244 miles
  • 2022 – 34,753 miles
  • 2021 – 29,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,573 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

7 tests since 18 Jun 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,573 miles (+8,150)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    68,573 miles
    Test number
    293891188179
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Pass60,423 miles (+8,122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    60,423 miles
    Test number
    172763433868
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake pads over 3/4 worn
  3. Pass52,301 miles (+8,057)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    52,301 miles
    Test number
    995621604198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass44,244 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    44,244 miles
    Test number
    673411495413
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  5. Fail44,239 miles (+9,486)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,239 miles
    Test number
    492255230448
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed + below 1.6mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  6. Pass34,753 miles (+5,709)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    34,753 miles
    Test number
    957333776998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass29,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    29,044 miles
    Test number
    569054401088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L31 LAP

Does L31 LAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 LAP is valid until 17 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L31 LAP?
The MOT on L31 LAP is valid until 17 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 LAP done?
L31 LAP was recorded at 68,573 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2026, an average of 7,946 miles a year.
Has L31 LAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 LAP has failed 1 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on L31 LAP 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 LAP find?
L31 LAP passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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