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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

L4 LDDMOT history

L4 LDD is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 119,946 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2025.

L4 LDD silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2025
Mileage
119,946 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,072 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 LDD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

L4 LDD was last recorded at 119,946 miles on 3 Oct 2025, 7,007 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,939 miles · 4 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
7,007 miles
Average per year
5,072 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 119,946 miles
  • 2024 – 112,939 miles
  • 2023 – 107,959 miles
  • 2022 – 102,322 miles
  • 2021 – 97,814 miles
  • 2020 – 92,390 miles
  • 2019 – 87,705 miles
  • 2018 – 85,694 miles
  • 2017 – 81,264 miles
  • 2016 – 77,212 miles
  • 2015 – 74,605 miles
  • 2014 – 68,806 miles
  • 2013 – 64,261 miles
  • 2012 – 61,819 miles
  • 2011 – 56,119 miles
  • 2010 – 48,534 miles
  • 2009 – 41,779 miles
  • 2008 – 34,052 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail119,946 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Lower (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Upper (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust clamp cracked (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT failures 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake pad wear light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail119,946 miles (+7,007)5 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,946 miles
    Test number
    214845907244
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Lower (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Upper (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust clamp cracked (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass112,939 miles (+4,980)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    112,939 miles
    Test number
    885582104784
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Clamp cracked (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass107,959 miles (+5,637)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    107,959 miles
    Test number
    475475441210
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp cracked (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass102,322 miles (+4,508)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    102,322 miles
    Test number
    296902646187
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass97,814 miles (+5,424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    97,814 miles
    Test number
    285763195637
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass92,390 miles (+4,685)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    92,390 miles
    Test number
    813007880618
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass87,705 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    87,705 miles
    Test number
    328999187006
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Fail87,705 miles (+2,011)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,705 miles
    Test number
    567014472248
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass85,694 miles (+4,430)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    85,694 miles
    Test number
    457774698306
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Pass81,264 miles (+9)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    81,264 miles
    Test number
    909287687347
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres worn on inside edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad warning wire not connected
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (3.5.1i)
  11. Fail81,255 miles (+4,043)2 dangerous2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,255 miles
    Test number
    354112497590
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre ran off inside edge slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pad warning wire not located in pad [loose]
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes have signs of corrosion cant fully check as covered in a plastic coating
  12. Pass77,212 miles (+2,607)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    77,212 miles
    Test number
    652093494293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light on
  13. Pass74,605 miles (+5,799)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    74,605 miles
    Test number
    114402325385
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light on
  14. Pass68,806 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    68,806 miles
    Test number
    497085174223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  15. Fail68,785 miles (+4,524)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,785 miles
    Test number
    285393474298
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBrake wear light on
  16. Pass64,261 miles (+2,442)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    64,261 miles
    Test number
    305088583233
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  17. Pass61,819 miles (+5,700)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    61,819 miles
    Test number
    758768492237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteUnknown lamp on dash board
  18. Pass56,119 miles (+7,585)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    56,119 miles
    Test number
    996202491260
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNear side front tyre shoulders worn
    • NoteOff side front tyre cut close to cords and shoulder worn
    • NoteOff side rear tyre 3mm
    • NoteWarning lights on
  19. Pass48,534 miles (+6,755)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    48,534 miles
    Test number
    474460800416
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroding inner faces slight
    • NoteBoth front tyres running off on shoulders
  20. Pass41,779 miles (+7,727)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    41,779 miles
    Test number
    181055099273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,052 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    34,052 miles
    Test number
    404801908495
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres running off on both shoulders to 2mm

Questions about L4 LDD

Does L4 LDD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L4 LDD expired on 3 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L4 LDD?
The MOT on L4 LDD expired on 3 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L4 LDD done?
L4 LDD was recorded at 119,946 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2025, an average of 5,072 miles a year.
Has L4 LDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 LDD has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L4 LDD 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 LDD find?
L4 LDD failed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2025 with 5 major defects, 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front coil spring fractured or broken; nearside rear brake hose excessively deteriorated; offside front shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak, and 11 more.

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