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BMW 5 Series

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

L3 VLWMOT history

L3 VLW is a black diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 12 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 259,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

L3 VLW black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
259,218 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
20,317 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 VLW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
12 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 VLW was last recorded at 259,218 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 17,471 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
241,747 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
17,471 miles
Average per year
20,317 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 259,218 miles
  • 2025 – 241,747 miles
  • 2024 – 222,074 miles
  • 2023 – 200,566 miles
  • 2022 – 179,637 miles
  • 2021 – 154,406 miles
  • 2020 – 131,037 miles
  • 2019 – 109,233 miles
  • 2018 – 87,752 miles
  • 2017 – 73,643 miles
  • 2016 – 57,581 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass259,218 miles
  • AdvisoryCovers and Shields fittedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Covers & shields fitted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Covers + Shields Fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45R18

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45R18 slightly worn on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 11 Mar 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass259,218 miles (+17,471)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    259,218 miles
    Test number
    295222554446
    • AdvisoryCovers and Shields fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass241,747 miles (+19,673)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    241,747 miles
    Test number
    387750047106
    • AdvisoryCovers + Shields Fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both Sides (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass222,074 miles (+89)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    222,074 miles
    Test number
    102321109638
    • AdvisoryCovers and Shields fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45R18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45R18 slightly worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail221,985 miles (+21,419)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,985 miles
    Test number
    807809860213
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCovers and Shields fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45R18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45R18 slightly worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass200,566 miles (+20,929)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    200,566 miles
    Test number
    732731210699
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers + Shields Fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Diff Has Seepage

  6. Pass179,637 miles (+25,231)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    179,637 miles
    Test number
    300001907349
    • AdvisoryCovers and Shields fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Rear Differential has seepage of oil

  7. Pass154,406 miles (+23,369)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    154,406 miles
    Test number
    573137246053
    • AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted

  8. Pass131,037 miles (+21,804)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    131,037 miles
    Test number
    836500936477
    • AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted

  9. Pass109,233 miles (+21,481)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    109,233 miles
    Test number
    129217345862
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted

  10. Pass87,752 miles (+14,109)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    87,752 miles
    Test number
    373827307695
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing uneven
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245 45 18 rft (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 245 45 18 rft (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted

  11. Pass73,643 miles (+16,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    73,643 miles
    Test number
    793119863698
    • AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted

  12. Pass57,581 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    57,581 miles
    Test number
    531461087036
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

Questions about L3 VLW

Does L3 VLW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 VLW is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 VLW?
The MOT on L3 VLW is valid until 11 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 VLW done?
L3 VLW was recorded at 259,218 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 20,317 miles a year.
Has L3 VLW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 VLW has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on L3 VLW 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 VLW find?
L3 VLW passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: covers and shields fitted; front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides; oil leak, but not excessive.

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