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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 1,895 cc

L3 BEWMOT history

L3 BEW is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Jun 1997. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2023 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 177,165 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Apr 2024.

L3 BEW black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2023
Mileage
177,165 mi
At MOT on 26 Apr 2024
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,639 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 BEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
26 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Apr 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

L3 BEW was last recorded at 177,165 miles on 26 Apr 2024, 80 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,085 miles · 9 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
80 miles
Average per year
2,639 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 177,165 miles
  • 2022 – 177,085 miles
  • 2019 – 176,801 miles
  • 2018 – 176,701 miles
  • 2017 – 176,289 miles
  • 2016 – 175,147 miles
  • 2015 – 171,010 miles
  • 2014 – 160,618 miles
  • 2013 – 157,180 miles
  • 2012 – 149,544 miles
  • 2011 – 142,226 miles
  • 2008 – 142,216 miles
  • 2006 – 136,702 miles
  • 2005 – 128,620 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail177,165 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

What MOT failures 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 2 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail177,165 miles (+80)6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,165 miles
    Test number
    234021227173
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass177,085 miles (+284)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    177,085 miles
    Test number
    991338346206
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass176,801 miles (+100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    176,801 miles
    Test number
    144553986265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass176,701 miles (+412)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    176,701 miles
    Test number
    611244597740
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses slightly perished
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  5. Pass176,289 miles (+1,142)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    176,289 miles
    Test number
    913115001708
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  6. Pass175,147 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    175,147 miles
    Test number
    637380631834
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both flexis (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

  7. Fail175,137 miles (+4,127)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,137 miles
    Test number
    612079437636
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both flexis (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on outer edge

  8. Pass171,010 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    171,010 miles
    Test number
    776433975047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

  9. Fail171,008 miles (+10,390)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,008 miles
    Test number
    689493675030
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

  10. Pass160,618 miles (+3,438)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    160,618 miles
    Test number
    946073064023
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass157,180 miles (+79)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    157,180 miles
    Test number
    916607763098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteN/S/F brake binding slightly
    • NoteO/S/F tyre wearing slightly on inner edge

  12. Fail157,101 miles (+7,557)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,101 miles
    Test number
    179064463448
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteN/S/F brake binding slightly
    • NoteO/S/F tyre wearing slightly on inner edge

  13. Pass149,544 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    149,544 miles
    Test number
    695295162081
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail149,540 miles (+7,314)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,540 miles
    Test number
    195523762439
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass142,226 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    142,226 miles
    Test number
    156048561426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail142,220 miles (+4)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,220 miles
    Test number
    117406161094
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Fail142,216 miles (+5,514)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,216 miles
    Test number
    543018228067
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass136,702 miles (+8,082)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    136,702 miles
    Test number
    401515246321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass128,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    128,620 miles
    Test number
    284136335339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 BEW

Does L3 BEW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L3 BEW expired on 8 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L3 BEW?
The MOT on L3 BEW expired on 8 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L3 BEW done?
L3 BEW was recorded at 177,165 miles at its MOT on 26 Apr 2024, an average of 2,639 miles a year.
Has L3 BEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 BEW has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on L3 BEW 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 L3 BEW find?
L3 BEW failed its latest MOT on 26 Apr 2024 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 10 more.

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