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BMW 135

White · Petrol · 2008 · 2,979 cc

L3 LEMMOT history

L3 LEM is a white petrol BMW 135 first used on 22 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 92,345 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
92,345 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,366 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 LEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
135
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
22 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 LEM was last recorded at 92,345 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 3,558 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,787 miles · 27 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,558 miles
Average per year
4,366 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 92,345 miles
  • 2024 – 88,787 miles
  • 2023 – 83,972 miles
  • 2022 – 80,225 miles
  • 2021 – 75,520 miles
  • 2020 – 70,784 miles
  • 2019 – 64,124 miles
  • 2018 – 58,688 miles
  • 2017 – 55,301 miles
  • 2016 – 52,164 miles
  • 2015 – 48,711 miles
  • 2014 – 45,300 miles
  • 2013 – 40,766 miles
  • 2012 – 35,221 miles
  • 2011 – 30,096 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,345 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,345 miles (+3,558)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    92,345 miles
    Test number
    569209628322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass88,787 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    88,787 miles
    Test number
    270766332305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail88,787 miles (+4,815)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,787 miles
    Test number
    902085886460
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass83,972 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    83,972 miles
    Test number
    853642562465
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDiagnostic socket removed/relocated

  5. Fail83,969 miles (+3,744)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,969 miles
    Test number
    205676691170
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDiagnostic socket removed/relocated

  6. Pass80,225 miles (+4,705)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    80,225 miles
    Test number
    188404925504
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass75,520 miles (+4,736)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    75,520 miles
    Test number
    921722409969
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass70,784 miles (+6,660)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    70,784 miles
    Test number
    155553730293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    64,124 miles
    Test number
    190806507772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail64,124 miles (+5,436)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,124 miles
    Test number
    386689042619
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass58,688 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    58,688 miles
    Test number
    845248335200
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail58,688 miles (+3,387)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,688 miles
    Test number
    991299869668
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass55,301 miles (+3,137)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    55,301 miles
    Test number
    240827133082
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracked and deteriorated

  14. Pass52,164 miles (+3,453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    52,164 miles
    Test number
    983875423265
    • AdvisoryAll tyres slightly cracked
    • AdvisoryHorn slightly out of note but still continuous.

  15. Pass48,711 miles (+3,411)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,711 miles
    Test number
    286900695179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass45,300 miles (+4,534)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    45,300 miles
    Test number
    947790694182
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear tyres cracking in tread due to age advise only

  17. Pass40,766 miles (+5,545)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    40,766 miles
    Test number
    785192593164
    • DangerousAll 4 tyres worn on edges and cords almost exposed.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass35,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    35,221 miles
    Test number
    825686682159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,221 miles (+5,125)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,221 miles
    Test number
    947996882152
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass30,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    30,096 miles
    Test number
    929970111223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,096 miles (+1,101)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    30,096 miles
    Test number
    847172701209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    28,995 miles
    Test number
    546543441127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 LEM

Does L3 LEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 LEM is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L3 LEM?
The MOT on L3 LEM is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 LEM done?
L3 LEM was recorded at 92,345 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 4,366 miles a year.
Has L3 LEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 LEM has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on L3 LEM 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 LEM find?
L3 LEM passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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