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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2009 · 1,995 cc

L31 SMLMOT history

L31 SML is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 74,478 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

L31 SML blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
74,478 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,024 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 SML
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
25 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 SML was last recorded at 74,478 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 1,467 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,011 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,467 miles
Average per year
4,024 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,478 miles
  • 2025 – 73,011 miles
  • 2024 – 70,768 miles
  • 2023 – 68,546 miles
  • 2022 – 66,587 miles
  • 2021 – 63,512 miles
  • 2020 – 61,254 miles
  • 2019 – 57,676 miles
  • 2018 – 52,001 miles
  • 2017 – 47,319 miles
  • 2016 – 40,082 miles
  • 2015 – 32,603 miles
  • 2014 – 24,309 miles
  • 2013 – 22,834 miles
  • 2012 – 19,947 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,478 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Undertrays and covers fitted not allowing full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,478 miles (+1,467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    74,478 miles
    Test number
    533744269476
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass73,011 miles (+2,243)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    73,011 miles
    Test number
    967360567739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass70,768 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    70,768 miles
    Test number
    806594758952
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  4. Fail70,739 miles (+2,193)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,739 miles
    Test number
    161765434207
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  5. Pass68,546 miles (+1,959)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    68,546 miles
    Test number
    374146389368
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass66,587 miles (+3,075)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    66,587 miles
    Test number
    424080265278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass63,512 miles (+2,258)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    63,512 miles
    Test number
    253441214888
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass61,254 miles (+3,578)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    61,254 miles
    Test number
    230794073043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass57,676 miles (+5,675)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    57,676 miles
    Test number
    804922267363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass52,001 miles (+40)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    52,001 miles
    Test number
    365224806677
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail51,961 miles (+4,642)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,961 miles
    Test number
    172925372400
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. should have 255/35/18 on 8 1/2 " rim (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. should have 225/40/18 on 8" rim (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass47,319 miles (+7,237)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    47,319 miles
    Test number
    389709633806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,082 miles (+7,479)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    40,082 miles
    Test number
    202685017991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,603 miles (+8,294)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    32,603 miles
    Test number
    515060505108
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass24,309 miles (+1,475)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    24,309 miles
    Test number
    216986704193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,834 miles (+2,887)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    22,834 miles
    Test number
    488259053297
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres pereished & worn.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass19,947 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    19,947 miles
    Test number
    126362262253
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail19,947 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,947 miles
    Test number
    107981362294
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Questions about L31 SML

Does L31 SML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 SML is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L31 SML?
The MOT on L31 SML is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 SML done?
L31 SML was recorded at 74,478 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 4,024 miles a year.
Has L31 SML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 SML has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L31 SML 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 SML find?
L31 SML passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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