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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

L40 SCUMOT history

L40 SCU is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 122,032 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

L40 SCU white BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
122,032 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,572 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 SCU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 SCU was last recorded at 122,032 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 5,653 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,379 miles · 5 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,653 miles
Average per year
8,572 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,032 miles
  • 2024 – 116,379 miles
  • 2023 – 111,103 miles
  • 2022 – 100,315 miles
  • 2021 – 93,518 miles
  • 2020 – 89,534 miles
  • 2019 – 81,687 miles
  • 2018 – 73,535 miles
  • 2017 – 64,720 miles
  • 2016 – 36,410 miles
  • 2015 – 28,836 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,032 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

16 tests since 10 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,032 miles (+5,653)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    122,032 miles
    Test number
    766455909340
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass116,379 miles (+5,276)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    116,379 miles
    Test number
    441519915977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass111,103 miles (+10,788)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    111,103 miles
    Test number
    743925765965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass100,315 miles (+6,797)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    100,315 miles
    Test number
    102971109279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass93,518 miles (+3,984)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    93,518 miles
    Test number
    698348148326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass89,534 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    89,534 miles
    Test number
    543312220246
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail89,534 miles (+7,847)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,534 miles
    Test number
    866668771142
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass81,687 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    81,687 miles
    Test number
    686829168961
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail81,687 miles (+8,152)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,687 miles
    Test number
    574256438541
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass73,535 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    73,535 miles
    Test number
    210350472406
    • AdvisoryUnder tray missing

  11. Fail73,535 miles (+8,815)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,535 miles
    Test number
    159945520200
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray missing

  12. Pass64,720 miles (+28,310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    64,720 miles
    Test number
    821890914932
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass36,410 miles (+666)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    36,410 miles
    Test number
    774175108763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,744 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    35,744 miles
    Test number
    442596555261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail35,740 miles (+6,904)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,740 miles
    Test number
    402454830488
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass28,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    28,836 miles
    Test number
    107009265437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 SCU

Does L40 SCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 SCU is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 SCU?
The MOT on L40 SCU is valid until 21 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 SCU done?
L40 SCU was recorded at 122,032 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 8,572 miles a year.
Has L40 SCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 SCU has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on L40 SCU 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 SCU find?
L40 SCU passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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