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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

L4 PEVMOT history

L4 PEV is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 4 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 109,018 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2026.

L4 PEV black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 May 2026
Mileage
109,018 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,222 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 PEV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
4 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 May 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L4 PEV was last recorded at 109,018 miles on 9 Jun 2026, 706 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,312 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
706 miles
Average per year
4,222 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,018 miles
  • 2025 – 108,312 miles
  • 2024 – 107,674 miles
  • 2023 – 105,523 miles
  • 2022 – 103,873 miles
  • 2021 – 103,856 miles
  • 2020 – 102,271 miles
  • 2018 – 101,017 miles
  • 2017 – 100,305 miles
  • 2016 – 99,535 miles
  • 2015 – 98,462 miles
  • 2014 – 97,328 miles
  • 2013 – 92,409 miles
  • 2011 – 86,255 miles
  • 2010 – 75,243 miles
  • 2009 – 65,990 miles
  • 2008 – 47,885 miles
  • 2007 – 41,809 miles
  • 2006 – 26,224 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail109,018 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Brake fluid close to minimum mark

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail109,018 miles (+706)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,018 miles
    Test number
    283526679321
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass108,312 miles (+638)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    108,312 miles
    Test number
    483321783249
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside rear, Offside rear and central (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass107,674 miles (+2,151)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    107,674 miles
    Test number
    928029055284
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in clip (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass105,523 miles (+1,650)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    105,523 miles
    Test number
    318696209004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass103,873 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    103,873 miles
    Test number
    840483885895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail103,856 miles (+1,585)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,856 miles
    Test number
    927627945937
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass102,271 miles (+613)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    102,271 miles
    Test number
    479676604159
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  8. Pass101,658 miles (+641)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    101,658 miles
    Test number
    506211263354
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass101,017 miles (+712)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    101,017 miles
    Test number
    454425470070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass100,305 miles (+770)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    100,305 miles
    Test number
    983721741620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass99,535 miles (+1,073)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    99,535 miles
    Test number
    206553316395
    • AdvisoryO/s & n/s front to rear metal brake pipes corroding

  12. Pass98,462 miles (+1,134)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    98,462 miles
    Test number
    215326435463
    • 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)

  13. Pass97,328 miles (+4,919)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    97,328 miles
    Test number
    939926024187
    • NoteFt brake pads are approx 3/4 worn and discs are worn
    • NoteNs door stiff to open
    • NoteNsr metal brake pipes are quite rusty
    • NoteRear brake pads are VERY LOW and discs are worn
    • NoteRear tyres are ON LIMITS

  14. Pass92,409 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    92,409 miles
    Test number
    726431833007
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNsr tyre starting to crack and perish between tread
    • NoteSlight play in osr suspension arm bush

  15. Fail92,409 miles (+6,154)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,409 miles
    Test number
    397831033029
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNsr tyre starting to crack and perish between tread
    • NoteSlight play in osr suspension arm bush

  16. Fail86,255 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,255 miles
    Test number
    458531141381
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  17. Pass86,255 miles (+11,012)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    86,255 miles
    Test number
    936391341302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass75,243 miles (+9,253)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    75,243 miles
    Test number
    622932340379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass65,990 miles (+18,105)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    65,990 miles
    Test number
    803830099217
    • 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)

  20. Pass47,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    47,885 miles
    Test number
    363586498291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail47,883 miles (+6,074)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,883 miles
    Test number
    303976398275
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass41,809 miles (+15,585)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    41,809 miles
    Test number
    720084907362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,224 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    26,224 miles
    Test number
    450202716324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    26,169 miles
    Test number
    571597196226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail26,169 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,169 miles
    Test number
    781067796263
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about L4 PEV

Does L4 PEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L4 PEV expired on 27 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L4 PEV?
The MOT on L4 PEV expired on 27 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L4 PEV done?
L4 PEV was recorded at 109,018 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2026, an average of 4,222 miles a year.
Has L4 PEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 PEV has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L4 PEV 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 PEV find?
L4 PEV failed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 4 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; offside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; brake lever has insufficient reserve travel, and 5 more.

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