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BMW 840

Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 3,982 cc

L48 DPLMOT history

L48 DPL is a blue petrol BMW 840 first used on 22 Apr 1994. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2024 and it has passed 14 of 15 MOT tests, with 102,965 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2024
Mileage
102,965 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2023
MOT tests
15
14 passed · 1 failed
Per year
572 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L48 DPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
840
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,982 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
22 Apr 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L48 DPL was last recorded at 102,965 miles on 31 Oct 2023, 60 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,905 miles · 20 Nov 2018
Between the last two tests
60 miles
Average per year
572 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 102,965 miles
  • 2018 – 102,905 miles
  • 2017 – 102,180 miles
  • 2016 – 101,863 miles
  • 2015 – 101,235 miles
  • 2014 – 100,313 miles
  • 2013 – 99,248 miles
  • 2012 – 97,951 miles
  • 2011 – 96,763 miles
  • 2010 – 95,682 miles
  • 2009 – 95,153 miles
  • 2008 – 94,605 miles
  • 2007 – 94,067 miles
  • 2006 – 93,265 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,965 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Central Steering linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 14 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,965 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    102,965 miles
    Test number
    565617663502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass102,905 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    102,905 miles
    Test number
    492740358912
    • AdvisoryCentral Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ( rear arm ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ( rear arm ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail102,904 miles (+724)1 dangerous3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,904 miles
    Test number
    127759908215
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn ( front arm ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ( rear arm ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ( rear arm ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass102,180 miles (+317)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    102,180 miles
    Test number
    394978000613
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  5. Pass101,863 miles (+628)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    101,863 miles
    Test number
    807989369564
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear INNER WALL SPLITTING
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  6. Pass101,235 miles (+922)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    101,235 miles
    Test number
    376310173751
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre starting to split on the inner wall

  7. Pass100,313 miles (+1,065)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    100,313 miles
    Test number
    838630314332
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre is cracking on the inner edge

  8. Pass99,248 miles (+1,297)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    99,248 miles
    Test number
    505206213372
    • NoteOil leak

  9. Pass97,951 miles (+1,188)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    97,951 miles
    Test number
    385402712363
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront wipers are showing signs of wear

  10. Pass96,763 miles (+1,081)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    96,763 miles
    Test number
    797697601358
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass95,682 miles (+529)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    95,682 miles
    Test number
    133629210362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass95,153 miles (+548)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    95,153 miles
    Test number
    312755919398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass94,605 miles (+538)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    94,605 miles
    Test number
    653645418396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSmall split in n/s/r inner tyre

  14. Pass94,067 miles (+802)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    94,067 miles
    Test number
    422944527414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass93,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    93,265 miles
    Test number
    454978316313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L48 DPL

Does L48 DPL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L48 DPL expired on 30 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L48 DPL?
The MOT on L48 DPL expired on 30 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L48 DPL done?
L48 DPL was recorded at 102,965 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2023, an average of 572 miles a year.
Has L48 DPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L48 DPL has failed 1 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2018.
Has the mileage on L48 DPL 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 L48 DPL find?
L48 DPL passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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