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Blue · Petrol · 2017 · 1,498 cc

L4 FSMMOT history

L4 FSM is a blue petrol MG 3 first used on 20 Apr 2017. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 39,497 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

L4 FSM blue MG 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
39,497 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,978 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 FSM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
20 Apr 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 FSM was last recorded at 39,497 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 61 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
39,436 miles · 13 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
61 miles
Average per year
3,978 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 39,497 miles
  • 2025 – 34,670 miles
  • 2024 – 30,500 miles
  • 2023 – 26,715 miles
  • 2022 – 23,255 miles
  • 2021 – 19,800 miles
  • 2020 – 15,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,497 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

12 tests since 11 Apr 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,497 miles (+61)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    39,497 miles
    Test number
    496258402853
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail39,436 miles (+4,766)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,436 miles
    Test number
    288747091158
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass34,670 miles (+324)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    34,670 miles
    Test number
    608337355507
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail34,346 miles (+3,846)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,346 miles
    Test number
    526044553424
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass30,500 miles (+3,785)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    30,500 miles
    Test number
    963117456648
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded...

  6. Pass26,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    26,715 miles
    Test number
    670877365607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail26,714 miles (+3,459)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,714 miles
    Test number
    163051425256
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass23,255 miles (+3,455)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    23,255 miles
    Test number
    977901237041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass19,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    19,800 miles
    Test number
    538954148526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail19,800 miles (+4,349)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,800 miles
    Test number
    362000733844
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass15,451 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    15,451 miles
    Test number
    330689538551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge SEVERELY worn (5.2.3 (e))

  12. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    499446614168
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about L4 FSM

Does L4 FSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 FSM is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 FSM?
The MOT on L4 FSM is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 FSM done?
L4 FSM was recorded at 39,497 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 3,978 miles a year.
Has L4 FSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 FSM has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L4 FSM 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 FSM find?
L4 FSM passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face.

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