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BMW 730

Beige · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

L31 SDAMOT history

L31 SDA is a beige diesel BMW 730 first used on 21 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 106,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Oct 2027
Mileage
106,690 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 SDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
730
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
21 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 SDA was last recorded at 106,690 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,690 miles · 8 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,690 miles
  • 2025 – 105,027 miles
  • 2024 – 102,397 miles
  • 2023 – 100,342 miles
  • 2022 – 97,965 miles
  • 2021 – 93,568 miles
  • 2020 – 91,180 miles
  • 2019 – 86,241 miles
  • 2018 – 75,201 miles
  • 2017 – 66,486 miles
  • 2016 – 64,949 miles
  • 2015 – 64,074 miles
  • 2014 – 63,838 miles
  • 2013 – 62,751 miles
  • 2012 – 61,676 miles
  • 2011 – 59,267 miles
  • 2010 – 49,066 miles
  • 2009 – 35,380 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,690 miles
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front tyres wearing on outer edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,690 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    106,690 miles
    Test number
    605916218804
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail106,690 miles (+1,663)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,690 miles
    Test number
    131432368887
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass105,027 miles (+2,630)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    105,027 miles
    Test number
    636490060431
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass102,397 miles (+2,055)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    102,397 miles
    Test number
    390839287425
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass100,342 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    100,342 miles
    Test number
    805567819977
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Fail100,342 miles (+2,377)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,342 miles
    Test number
    908254387628
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Pass97,965 miles (+4,397)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    97,965 miles
    Test number
    618140288374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass93,568 miles (+2,388)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    93,568 miles
    Test number
    253141773847
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass91,180 miles (+4,939)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    91,180 miles
    Test number
    322237468971
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass86,241 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,241 miles
    Test number
    913056663890
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on outer edges

  11. Fail86,241 miles (+11,040)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,241 miles
    Test number
    511030336008
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on outer edges

  12. Pass75,201 miles (+8,715)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    75,201 miles
    Test number
    146279573099
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass66,486 miles (+1,537)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    66,486 miles
    Test number
    412122221964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,949 miles (+875)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    64,949 miles
    Test number
    615787557315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,074 miles (+236)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    64,074 miles
    Test number
    507364705135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass63,838 miles (+1,087)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    63,838 miles
    Test number
    285784304160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,751 miles (+1,075)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    62,751 miles
    Test number
    736256483046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,676 miles (+2,409)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    61,676 miles
    Test number
    219681502479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,267 miles (+10,201)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    59,267 miles
    Test number
    217361211112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,066 miles (+13,686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    49,066 miles
    Test number
    741165060107
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass35,380 miles (+2,652)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    35,380 miles
    Test number
    661348509284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    32,728 miles
    Test number
    653154509136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L31 SDA

Does L31 SDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 SDA is valid until 31 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L31 SDA?
The MOT on L31 SDA is valid until 31 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 SDA done?
L31 SDA was recorded at 106,690 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 4,228 miles a year.
Has L31 SDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 SDA has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L31 SDA 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 SDA find?
L31 SDA passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: fluid leak, but not excessive; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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