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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

L4 DFKMOT history

L4 DFK is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Sept 2012. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 84,707 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Sept 2025.

L4 DFK black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2026
Mileage
84,707 mi
At MOT on 20 Sept 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,620 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 DFK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
26 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 DFK was last recorded at 84,707 miles on 20 Sept 2025, 445 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,262 miles · 20 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
445 miles
Average per year
4,620 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 84,707 miles
  • 2024 – 84,262 miles
  • 2023 – 81,945 miles
  • 2022 – 79,503 miles
  • 2021 – 76,551 miles
  • 2020 – 73,247 miles
  • 2019 – 67,708 miles
  • 2018 – 58,763 miles
  • 2017 – 50,981 miles
  • 2016 – 46,190 miles
  • 2015 – 38,560 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,707 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2017
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 25 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,707 miles (+445)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    84,707 miles
    Test number
    368548247368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass84,262 miles (+2,317)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    84,262 miles
    Test number
    120454705516
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass81,945 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    81,945 miles
    Test number
    501197620313
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail81,945 miles (+2,442)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,945 miles
    Test number
    675151754595
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass79,503 miles (+2,952)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    79,503 miles
    Test number
    219593242508
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass76,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    76,551 miles
    Test number
    724429637716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail76,551 miles (+3,304)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,551 miles
    Test number
    259477194666
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass73,247 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    73,247 miles
    Test number
    246590685326
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail73,247 miles (+5,539)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,247 miles
    Test number
    138718322298
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass67,708 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    67,708 miles
    Test number
    734088007814
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail67,706 miles (+8,943)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,706 miles
    Test number
    637596072430
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass58,763 miles (+7,782)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    58,763 miles
    Test number
    571805750653
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass50,981 miles (+4,791)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    50,981 miles
    Test number
    998649857456
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUndertray/engine/floor/sill covers fitted

  14. Pass46,190 miles (+7,630)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    46,190 miles
    Test number
    963190979322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNo print out was produced due to low emissions

  15. Pass38,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    38,560 miles
    Test number
    716700460395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 DFK

Does L4 DFK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L4 DFK expired on 25 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L4 DFK?
The MOT on L4 DFK expired on 25 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L4 DFK done?
L4 DFK was recorded at 84,707 miles at its MOT on 20 Sept 2025, an average of 4,620 miles a year.
Has L4 DFK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 DFK has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on L4 DFK 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 DFK find?
L4 DFK passed its latest MOT on 20 Sept 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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