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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

L3 LMYMOT history

L3 LMY is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 105,233 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

L3 LMY silver 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 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
105,233 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,991 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 LMY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 LMY was last recorded at 105,233 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 2,940 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,293 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,940 miles
Average per year
4,991 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,233 miles
  • 2025 – 102,293 miles
  • 2024 – 99,330 miles
  • 2023 – 95,952 miles
  • 2022 – 92,817 miles
  • 2021 – 88,275 miles
  • 2020 – 84,565 miles
  • 2019 – 82,022 miles
  • 2018 – 75,789 miles
  • 2017 – 65,712 miles
  • 2016 – 59,558 miles
  • 2015 – 54,090 miles
  • 2014 – 47,188 miles
  • 2013 – 41,311 miles
  • 2012 – 36,822 miles
  • 2011 – 30,503 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,233 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,233 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    105,233 miles
    Test number
    528694985011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail105,231 miles (+2,938)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,231 miles
    Test number
    237254569038
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil on undertrays unable to see location of leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass102,293 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    102,293 miles
    Test number
    427509527670
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective slightly cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail102,293 miles (+2,963)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,293 miles
    Test number
    276752018196
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective slightly cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass99,330 miles (+3,378)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    99,330 miles
    Test number
    357937685997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass95,952 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    95,952 miles
    Test number
    380469366601
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail95,952 miles (+3,135)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,952 miles
    Test number
    986982040066
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass92,817 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    92,817 miles
    Test number
    271152190134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail92,817 miles (+4,542)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,817 miles
    Test number
    396442074241
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass88,275 miles (+3,710)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    88,275 miles
    Test number
    626600045324
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass84,565 miles (+2,543)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    84,565 miles
    Test number
    733017118689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    82,022 miles
    Test number
    540690086262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail82,022 miles (+6,233)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,022 miles
    Test number
    271202317298
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass75,789 miles (+10,077)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    75,789 miles
    Test number
    689897097511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,712 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    65,712 miles
    Test number
    314390221797
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres inner edge out of shape

  16. Fail65,712 miles (+6,154)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,712 miles
    Test number
    520248184321
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres inner edge out of shape

  17. Pass59,558 miles (+5,468)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    59,558 miles
    Test number
    565721504641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,090 miles (+6,902)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    54,090 miles
    Test number
    138259565981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,188 miles (+5,877)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    47,188 miles
    Test number
    559328164210
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteUnder floor 90% cover shield fitted

  20. Pass41,311 miles (+893)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    41,311 miles
    Test number
    505986563203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,418 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,418 miles
    Test number
    629543813290
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass40,418 miles (+3,596)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    40,418 miles
    Test number
    659543513272
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Pass36,822 miles (+6,319)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    36,822 miles
    Test number
    975821572259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    30,503 miles
    Test number
    376676671441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 LMY

Does L3 LMY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 LMY is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 LMY?
The MOT on L3 LMY is valid until 4 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 LMY done?
L3 LMY was recorded at 105,233 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 4,991 miles a year.
Has L3 LMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 LMY has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L3 LMY 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 LMY find?
L3 LMY passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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