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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

L40 ALPMOT history

L40 ALP is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 104,945 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

L40 ALP black 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 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
104,945 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,260 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 ALP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 ALP was last recorded at 104,945 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 688 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,257 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
688 miles
Average per year
3,260 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,945 miles
  • 2025 – 104,257 miles
  • 2024 – 102,778 miles
  • 2023 – 101,537 miles
  • 2022 – 99,684 miles
  • 2021 – 98,908 miles
  • 2020 – 98,604 miles
  • 2019 – 98,314 miles
  • 2018 – 96,776 miles
  • 2017 – 92,745 miles
  • 2016 – 82,086 miles
  • 2015 – 74,782 miles
  • 2014 – 71,736 miles
  • 2013 – 66,522 miles
  • 2012 – 63,106 miles
  • 2011 – 60,533 miles
  • 2010 – 57,800 miles
  • 2009 – 53,417 miles
  • 2008 – 51,011 miles
  • 2006 – 42,414 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,945 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,945 miles (+688)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    104,945 miles
    Test number
    372740579075
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass104,257 miles (+1,479)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    104,257 miles
    Test number
    254366750792
    • AdvisoryReqs checks on hand brake imbalance showing pass

  3. Pass102,778 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    102,778 miles
    Test number
    683249839112
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail102,778 miles (+1,241)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,778 miles
    Test number
    320313853633
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass101,537 miles (+1,853)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    101,537 miles
    Test number
    284479706999
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass99,684 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    99,684 miles
    Test number
    910183364560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail99,672 miles (+764)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,672 miles
    Test number
    308377049634
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  8. Pass98,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    98,908 miles
    Test number
    580332705863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail98,908 miles (+304)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,908 miles
    Test number
    536007183908
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass98,604 miles (+290)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    98,604 miles
    Test number
    762684359037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,314 miles (+1,538)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    98,314 miles
    Test number
    723120299416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,776 miles (+4,031)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    96,776 miles
    Test number
    441207000718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass92,745 miles (+10,659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    92,745 miles
    Test number
    421296270797
    • AdvisoryFuel cap starting to perish

  14. Pass82,086 miles (+7,304)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    82,086 miles
    Test number
    822472111945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass74,782 miles (+3,046)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    74,782 miles
    Test number
    447519005054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteN/s wiper blades split

  16. Pass71,736 miles (+5,214)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    71,736 miles
    Test number
    277829804003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  17. Pass66,522 miles (+3,416)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    66,522 miles
    Test number
    197106913061
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass63,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    63,106 miles
    Test number
    129180022056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail63,106 miles (+2,573)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,106 miles
    Test number
    216760422048
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass60,533 miles (+2,733)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    60,533 miles
    Test number
    127019511072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass57,800 miles (+4,383)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    57,800 miles
    Test number
    614485910044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,417 miles (+2,406)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    53,417 miles
    Test number
    173841729428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass51,011 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    51,011 miles
    Test number
    540186008170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail50,993 miles (+8,579)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,993 miles
    Test number
    174095908144
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass42,414 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    42,414 miles
    Test number
    611723806394
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • NoteNear side lower arm rear bush worn

Questions about L40 ALP

Does L40 ALP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 ALP is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 ALP?
The MOT on L40 ALP is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 ALP done?
L40 ALP was recorded at 104,945 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 3,260 miles a year.
Has L40 ALP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 ALP has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on L40 ALP 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 L40 ALP find?
L40 ALP passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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