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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

L3 OEUMOT history

L3 OEU is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Feb 2004. Its MOT is valid until 17 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 159,576 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2026.

L3 OEU black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Feb 2027
Mileage
159,576 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,739 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 OEU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 OEU was last recorded at 159,576 miles on 18 Feb 2026, 9,058 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,518 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9,058 miles
Average per year
6,739 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,576 miles
  • 2025 – 150,518 miles
  • 2024 – 144,755 miles
  • 2023 – 136,392 miles
  • 2022 – 130,404 miles
  • 2021 – 122,863 miles
  • 2020 – 116,695 miles
  • 2019 – 109,251 miles
  • 2018 – 103,070 miles
  • 2017 – 95,310 miles
  • 2016 – 90,550 miles
  • 2015 – 87,002 miles
  • 2014 – 85,083 miles
  • 2013 – 82,685 miles
  • 2012 – 78,499 miles
  • 2011 – 70,011 miles
  • 2010 – 60,739 miles
  • 2009 – 50,820 miles
  • 2008 – 41,576 miles
  • 2007 – 31,383 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,576 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,576 miles (+9,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    159,576 miles
    Test number
    403815285772
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass150,518 miles (+5,763)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    150,518 miles
    Test number
    760049060246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass144,755 miles (+8,363)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    144,755 miles
    Test number
    606507126841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass136,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    136,392 miles
    Test number
    665253943494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail136,392 miles (+5,988)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,392 miles
    Test number
    414774528277
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass130,404 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    130,404 miles
    Test number
    361511340297
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail130,404 miles (+7,541)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,404 miles
    Test number
    903688675701
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass122,863 miles (+6,168)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    122,863 miles
    Test number
    766766229258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass116,695 miles (+7,444)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    116,695 miles
    Test number
    260988774681
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass109,251 miles (+377)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    109,251 miles
    Test number
    442854700220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail108,874 miles (+5,804)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,874 miles
    Test number
    101564924374
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears at hose connections (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass103,070 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    103,070 miles
    Test number
    411031054296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail103,056 miles (+7,746)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,056 miles
    Test number
    198253485827
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass95,310 miles (+4,760)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    95,310 miles
    Test number
    601432494649
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass90,550 miles (+3,548)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    90,550 miles
    Test number
    411878500721
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass87,002 miles (+1,919)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    87,002 miles
    Test number
    105363845463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass85,083 miles (+2,398)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    85,083 miles
    Test number
    885425944074
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass82,685 miles (+4,186)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    82,685 miles
    Test number
    158239533452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass78,499 miles (+8,488)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    78,499 miles
    Test number
    578640642033
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  20. Pass70,011 miles (+9,272)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    70,011 miles
    Test number
    485433741096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,739 miles (+9,919)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    60,739 miles
    Test number
    970712340014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,820 miles (+9,244)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    50,820 miles
    Test number
    880708639065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,576 miles (+10,193)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    41,576 miles
    Test number
    182440948035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,383 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    31,383 miles
    Test number
    742361147054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about L3 OEU

Does L3 OEU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 OEU is valid until 17 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 OEU?
The MOT on L3 OEU is valid until 17 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 OEU done?
L3 OEU was recorded at 159,576 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2026, an average of 6,739 miles a year.
Has L3 OEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 OEU has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on L3 OEU 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 OEU find?
L3 OEU passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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