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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

L4 CAFMOT history

L4 CAF is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 19 MOT tests, with 76,599 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

L4 CAF black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jun 2027
Mileage
76,599 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
19
19 passed · 0 failed
Per year
3,251 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 CAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
27 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 CAF was last recorded at 76,599 miles on 27 May 2026, 2,928 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
73,671 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,928 miles
Average per year
3,251 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,599 miles
  • 2025 – 73,671 miles
  • 2024 – 70,303 miles
  • 2023 – 68,241 miles
  • 2022 – 65,055 miles
  • 2021 – 63,274 miles
  • 2020 – 61,806 miles
  • 2019 – 57,955 miles
  • 2018 – 53,813 miles
  • 2017 – 50,352 miles
  • 2016 – 47,750 miles
  • 2015 – 43,895 miles
  • 2014 – 40,450 miles
  • 2013 – 37,705 miles
  • 2012 – 34,747 miles
  • 2011 – 31,673 miles
  • 2010 – 28,490 miles
  • 2009 – 23,479 miles
  • 2008 – 17,778 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,599 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 23 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,599 miles (+2,928)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    76,599 miles
    Test number
    755922801438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass73,671 miles (+3,368)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    73,671 miles
    Test number
    545018450071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass70,303 miles (+2,062)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    70,303 miles
    Test number
    410611777011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,241 miles (+3,186)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    68,241 miles
    Test number
    799180701479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass65,055 miles (+1,781)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    65,055 miles
    Test number
    589605605789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass63,274 miles (+1,468)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    63,274 miles
    Test number
    699017881294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass61,806 miles (+3,851)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    61,806 miles
    Test number
    499151736966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass57,955 miles (+4,142)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    57,955 miles
    Test number
    188610050168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass53,813 miles (+3,461)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    53,813 miles
    Test number
    993584619169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass50,352 miles (+2,602)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    50,352 miles
    Test number
    192825920242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,750 miles (+3,855)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    47,750 miles
    Test number
    444581358358
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  12. Pass43,895 miles (+3,445)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    43,895 miles
    Test number
    898150415177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,450 miles (+2,745)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    40,450 miles
    Test number
    597449294045
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  14. Pass37,705 miles (+2,958)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    37,705 miles
    Test number
    656216113151
    • NoteFront inner brake pads appear low
  15. Pass34,747 miles (+3,074)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    34,747 miles
    Test number
    226865512199
    • NoteInner edges of both front tyres worn, suggest steering geometry check.
    • NoteO/s wiper arm requires adjustment.
    • NoteO/s/r handbrake effort weak & noisey.
  16. Pass31,673 miles (+3,183)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    31,673 miles
    Test number
    115296511166
    • NoteInner edges of both front tyres worn, suggest steering geometry check be carried out.
  17. Pass28,490 miles (+5,011)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    28,490 miles
    Test number
    992113610107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,479 miles (+5,701)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    23,479 miles
    Test number
    242337319448
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing slightly on edges
  19. Pass17,778 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    17,778 miles
    Test number
    300674218142
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

Questions about L4 CAF

Does L4 CAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 CAF is valid until 1 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 CAF?
The MOT on L4 CAF is valid until 1 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 CAF done?
L4 CAF was recorded at 76,599 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 3,251 miles a year.
Has L4 CAF ever failed its MOT?
No. L4 CAF has passed all 19 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on L4 CAF 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 L4 CAF find?
L4 CAF passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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