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BMW 135

White · Petrol · 2010 · 2,979 cc

L31 MKLMOT history

L31 MKL is a white petrol BMW 135 first used on 22 Sept 2010. Its MOT is valid until 28 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 80,089 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Nov 2026
Mileage
80,089 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,557 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 MKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
135
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
22 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 MKL was last recorded at 80,089 miles on 29 Nov 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,088 miles · 28 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,557 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 80,089 miles
  • 2024 – 79,062 miles
  • 2023 – 69,147 miles
  • 2022 – 64,342 miles
  • 2021 – 56,911 miles
  • 2020 – 43,011 miles
  • 2019 – 39,530 miles
  • 2018 – 38,812 miles
  • 2017 – 35,189 miles
  • 2016 – 33,129 miles
  • 2015 – 28,890 miles
  • 2014 – 25,838 miles
  • 2013 – 24,098 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,089 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated in greaseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre bald on inside edge.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Aug 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,089 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    80,089 miles
    Test number
    689285033350
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated in grease
  2. Fail80,088 miles (+160)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,088 miles
    Test number
    955623644417
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated in grease
  3. Pass79,928 miles (+866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    79,928 miles
    Test number
    489195060073
    • AdvisoryRear hand brake shoes slightly binding (both sides)
  4. Pass79,062 miles (+9,915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    79,062 miles
    Test number
    388000689646
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass69,147 miles (+4,805)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    69,147 miles
    Test number
    906219283880
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  6. Pass64,342 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    64,342 miles
    Test number
    934331311802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail64,329 miles (+7,418)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,329 miles
    Test number
    396979029815
    • MajorCentral Front Lower Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  8. Pass56,911 miles (+13,900)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    56,911 miles
    Test number
    864051768485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass43,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    43,011 miles
    Test number
    139435323771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail43,011 miles (+3,481)3 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,011 miles
    Test number
    199903746958
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre under inflated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre under inflated
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on
  11. Pass39,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    39,530 miles
    Test number
    812924768100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail39,530 miles (+718)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,530 miles
    Test number
    588002438095
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  13. Pass38,812 miles (+74)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    38,812 miles
    Test number
    794848309819
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre bald on inside edge.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  14. Fail38,738 miles (+3,549)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,738 miles
    Test number
    916899739018
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated Amber (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre bald on inside edge.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre bald on inside edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  15. Pass35,189 miles (+2,060)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    35,189 miles
    Test number
    516061743904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,129 miles (+4,239)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    33,129 miles
    Test number
    406581016984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,890 miles (+3,052)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    28,890 miles
    Test number
    976024925279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,838 miles (+1,740)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    25,838 miles
    Test number
    497351634211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    24,098 miles
    Test number
    879138623292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L31 MKL

Does L31 MKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 MKL is valid until 28 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L31 MKL?
The MOT on L31 MKL is valid until 28 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 MKL done?
L31 MKL was recorded at 80,089 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2025, an average of 4,557 miles a year.
Has L31 MKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 MKL has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on L31 MKL 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 MKL find?
L31 MKL passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: brake pipes coated in grease.

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