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BMW 3 Series

Red · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

L4 SWWMOT history

L4 SWW is a red diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 29 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 121,737 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

L4 SWW red BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Nov 2026
Mileage
121,737 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,867 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 SWW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 SWW was last recorded at 121,737 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,728 miles · 25 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
4,867 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,737 miles
  • 2024 – 118,575 miles
  • 2023 – 116,334 miles
  • 2022 – 114,416 miles
  • 2021 – 112,906 miles
  • 2020 – 109,791 miles
  • 2019 – 106,035 miles
  • 2018 – 101,002 miles
  • 2017 – 95,031 miles
  • 2016 – 88,108 miles
  • 2015 – 79,771 miles
  • 2014 – 72,884 miles
  • 2013 – 68,129 miles
  • 2012 – 62,589 miles
  • 2011 – 57,090 miles
  • 2010 – 50,872 miles
  • 2009 – 44,384 miles
  • 2008 – 36,833 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,737 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Bonnet safety catch stiff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Minor oil leak from rear diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • REAR DIFF HAS A SLIGHT OIL LEAK

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,737 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    121,737 miles
    Test number
    563445342738
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail121,728 miles (+3,153)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,728 miles
    Test number
    184864287099
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp reverse illuminates with fog (4.5.4 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass118,575 miles (+2,241)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    118,575 miles
    Test number
    216073066102
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front D-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various places (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components are corroded

  4. Pass116,334 miles (+1,918)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    116,334 miles
    Test number
    962894986010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass114,416 miles (+1,510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    114,416 miles
    Test number
    521782670185
    • AdvisoryParking Brake Efficiency Only Just Reached

  6. Pass112,906 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    112,906 miles
    Test number
    625752577213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail112,906 miles (+3,115)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,906 miles
    Test number
    301605525850
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass109,791 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    109,791 miles
    Test number
    196419731168
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety catch stiff
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak from rear diff

  9. Fail109,791 miles (+3,756)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,791 miles
    Test number
    181592933610
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety catch stiff
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak from rear diff

  10. Pass106,035 miles (+5,033)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    106,035 miles
    Test number
    403609733638
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass101,002 miles (+45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    101,002 miles
    Test number
    297009222977
    • AdvisoryREAR DIFF HAS A SLIGHT OIL LEAK
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Fail100,957 miles (+5,926)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,957 miles
    Test number
    596028962041
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryREAR DIFF HAS A SLIGHT OIL LEAK
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  13. Pass95,031 miles (+6,923)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    95,031 miles
    Test number
    852217796171
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass88,108 miles (+8,337)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    88,108 miles
    Test number
    704465180928
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass79,771 miles (+6,887)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    79,771 miles
    Test number
    673244900184
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass72,884 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    72,884 miles
    Test number
    576374624314
    • NoteSlight play in N/S/F anti roll bar drop link
    • NoteSlight play in both rear trailing arm bushes

  17. Fail72,883 miles (+4,754)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,883 miles
    Test number
    818222924316
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded and poor
    • NoteSlight play in N/S/F anti roll bar drop link
    • NoteSlight play in both rear trailing arm bushes

  18. Pass68,129 miles (+5,540)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    68,129 miles
    Test number
    367519233436
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass62,589 miles (+5,499)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    62,589 miles
    Test number
    537806432277
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass57,090 miles (+137)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    57,090 miles
    Test number
    306489651226
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Fail56,953 miles (+6,081)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,953 miles
    Test number
    647330351286
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass50,872 miles (+6,488)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    50,872 miles
    Test number
    354088750242
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass44,384 miles (+79)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    44,384 miles
    Test number
    643450559261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail44,305 miles (+7,472)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,305 miles
    Test number
    122095149225
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteOffside front wheel arch under shield not secure

  25. Pass36,833 miles (+68)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    36,833 miles
    Test number
    923653368232
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass36,765 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    36,765 miles
    Test number
    204249668182
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Fail36,761 miles3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,761 miles
    Test number
    422645068108
    • 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)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about L4 SWW

Does L4 SWW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 SWW is valid until 29 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L4 SWW?
The MOT on L4 SWW is valid until 29 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 SWW done?
L4 SWW was recorded at 121,737 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 4,867 miles a year.
Has L4 SWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 SWW has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on L4 SWW 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 SWW find?
L4 SWW passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule.

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