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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

L31 SDGMOT history

L31 SDG is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Jun 2013. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 99,708 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

L31 SDG black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
99,708 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,006 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 SDG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
24 Jun 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 SDG was last recorded at 99,708 miles on 20 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,708 miles · 19 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,006 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,708 miles
  • 2025 – 91,583 miles
  • 2024 – 85,102 miles
  • 2023 – 79,459 miles
  • 2022 – 73,987 miles
  • 2021 – 66,515 miles
  • 2020 – 59,475 miles
  • 2019 – 53,616 miles
  • 2018 – 46,282 miles
  • 2017 – 38,057 miles
  • 2016 – 29,757 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,708 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 25 May 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    99,708 miles
    Test number
    961253833420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail99,708 miles (+8,125)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,708 miles
    Test number
    427400053315
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass91,583 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2026
    Odometer
    91,583 miles
    Test number
    949247322819
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail91,559 miles (+6,457)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,559 miles
    Test number
    924627165170
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth Front Wiper Smearing
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Front & Rear Discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & Offside Rear & Nearside Rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass85,102 miles (+5,643)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    85,102 miles
    Test number
    583691417512
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Pass79,459 miles (+5,472)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    79,459 miles
    Test number
    765907191771
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass73,987 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    73,987 miles
    Test number
    927615948773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail73,936 miles (+7,421)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,936 miles
    Test number
    812191254278
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass66,515 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2022
    Odometer
    66,515 miles
    Test number
    298782603537
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  10. Fail66,515 miles (+7,040)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,515 miles
    Test number
    798774799968
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  11. Pass59,475 miles (+5,859)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    59,475 miles
    Test number
    351464637229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,616 miles (+7,334)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    53,616 miles
    Test number
    721356818944
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  13. Pass46,282 miles (+8,225)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    46,282 miles
    Test number
    822398788063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    38,057 miles
    Test number
    714834157299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail38,057 miles (+8,300)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,057 miles
    Test number
    475905688233
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass29,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    29,757 miles
    Test number
    915059742507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail29,757 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,757 miles
    Test number
    826636926583
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about L31 SDG

Does L31 SDG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 SDG is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L31 SDG?
The MOT on L31 SDG is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 SDG done?
L31 SDG was recorded at 99,708 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 7,006 miles a year.
Has L31 SDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 SDG has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L31 SDG 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 SDG find?
L31 SDG passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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