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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

L3 EWKMOT history

L3 EWK is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 132,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

L3 EWK white 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 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
132,011 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,244 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 EWK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
20 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 EWK was last recorded at 132,011 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,985 miles · 8 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
8,244 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,011 miles
  • 2025 – 127,516 miles
  • 2024 – 121,737 miles
  • 2023 – 109,645 miles
  • 2021 – 105,613 miles
  • 2020 – 90,075 miles
  • 2019 – 78,617 miles
  • 2018 – 73,675 miles
  • 2017 – 67,715 miles
  • 2016 – 57,706 miles
  • 2015 – 43,607 miles
  • 2014 – 30,261 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,011 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear of vehicleRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 13 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,011 miles (+26)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    132,011 miles
    Test number
    251582516313
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear of vehicle
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail131,985 miles (+4,469)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,985 miles
    Test number
    939623965167
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear of vehicle
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass127,516 miles (+5,779)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    127,516 miles
    Test number
    746501567434
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL ROUND (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass121,737 miles (+45)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    121,737 miles
    Test number
    469444230747
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive turbo return pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords all around inner wall change asap only 8psi in it now pumped up. Reset tpms >> (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 tyres on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail121,692 miles (+12,047)2 dangerous6 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,692 miles
    Test number
    135407999782
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Illuminated (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Lens broken (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre inner sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS warning illuminated
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres very worn on inside edges (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass109,645 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    109,645 miles
    Test number
    437956662208
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  7. Fail109,645 miles (+4,032)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,645 miles
    Test number
    247993411646
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  8. Pass105,613 miles (+15,538)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    105,613 miles
    Test number
    854605856197
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass90,075 miles (+11,458)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2021
    Odometer
    90,075 miles
    Test number
    819262302368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,617 miles (+4,942)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    78,617 miles
    Test number
    913518358278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2019
    Odometer
    73,675 miles
    Test number
    512337233968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail73,675 miles (+5,960)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,675 miles
    Test number
    963026684738
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

  13. Pass67,715 miles (+10,009)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    67,715 miles
    Test number
    307070449853
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' central (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass57,706 miles (+14,099)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    57,706 miles
    Test number
    678499779558
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre

  15. Pass43,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    43,607 miles
    Test number
    156309025177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail43,607 miles (+13,346)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,607 miles
    Test number
    956359325137
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass30,261 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    30,261 miles
    Test number
    715943834185
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L3 EWK

Does L3 EWK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 EWK is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 EWK?
The MOT on L3 EWK is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 EWK done?
L3 EWK was recorded at 132,011 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 8,244 miles a year.
Has L3 EWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 EWK has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L3 EWK 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 EWK find?
L3 EWK passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside rear outer stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; offside rear tyre obviously under inflated; corrosion to rear of vehicle, and 1 more.

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