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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 2,494 cc

L3 RYOMOT history

L3 RYO is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 127,166 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

L3 RYO blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
127,166 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,348 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 RYO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 RYO was last recorded at 127,166 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 2,044 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,122 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,044 miles
Average per year
5,348 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,166 miles
  • 2025 – 125,122 miles
  • 2024 – 123,534 miles
  • 2023 – 122,647 miles
  • 2022 – 121,244 miles
  • 2021 – 120,982 miles
  • 2020 – 118,260 miles
  • 2018 – 112,391 miles
  • 2017 – 102,764 miles
  • 2016 – 93,456 miles
  • 2015 – 76,969 miles
  • 2014 – 66,295 miles
  • 2013 – 66,130 miles
  • 2012 – 62,566 miles
  • 2011 – 54,442 miles
  • 2010 – 46,460 miles
  • 2008 – 32,834 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,166 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,166 miles (+2,044)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    127,166 miles
    Test number
    684413545819
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass125,122 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    125,122 miles
    Test number
    676082987508
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail125,122 miles (+1,588)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,122 miles
    Test number
    301347221405
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass123,534 miles (+887)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    123,534 miles
    Test number
    150309294250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass122,647 miles (+1,403)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    122,647 miles
    Test number
    930959507872
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass121,244 miles (+262)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    121,244 miles
    Test number
    258089389901
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass120,982 miles (+2,722)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    120,982 miles
    Test number
    451436127425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass118,260 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    118,260 miles
    Test number
    127711304882
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail118,260 miles (+5,869)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,260 miles
    Test number
    569706673117
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass112,391 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    112,391 miles
    Test number
    792960847833
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail112,391 miles (+9,627)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,391 miles
    Test number
    869408383441
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps x2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass102,764 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    102,764 miles
    Test number
    832229920180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail102,764 miles (+9,308)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,764 miles
    Test number
    673565727259
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass93,456 miles (+37)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    93,456 miles
    Test number
    715572652079
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail93,419 miles (+16,450)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,419 miles
    Test number
    980919343882
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass76,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    76,969 miles
    Test number
    278155425481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail76,969 miles (+10,674)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,969 miles
    Test number
    636335625128
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass66,295 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    66,295 miles
    Test number
    997471344156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail66,295 miles (+165)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,295 miles
    Test number
    865820244166
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass66,130 miles (+3,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    66,130 miles
    Test number
    727697983163
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass62,566 miles (+8,124)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    62,566 miles
    Test number
    866246482103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,442 miles (+7,982)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    54,442 miles
    Test number
    698808681118
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass46,460 miles (+13,626)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    46,460 miles
    Test number
    230955390169
    • NoteFront pads getting low rear bushes starting to wear

  24. Pass32,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    32,834 miles
    Test number
    143119918283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 RYO

Does L3 RYO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 RYO is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 RYO?
The MOT on L3 RYO is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 RYO done?
L3 RYO was recorded at 127,166 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 5,348 miles a year.
Has L3 RYO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 RYO has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on L3 RYO 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 RYO find?
L3 RYO passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive.

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