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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

L4 XSNMOT history

L4 XSN is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Mar 2009. Its MOT expired on 18 Dec 2024 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 180,030 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2023.

L4 XSN blue 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 18 Dec 2024
Mileage
180,030 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2023
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,664 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 XSN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
5 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 XSN was last recorded at 180,030 miles on 12 Dec 2023, 7,594 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,436 miles · 19 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
7,594 miles
Average per year
10,664 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 180,030 miles
  • 2022 – 172,436 miles
  • 2021 – 154,371 miles
  • 2020 – 144,979 miles
  • 2019 – 139,336 miles
  • 2018 – 129,198 miles
  • 2017 – 118,057 miles
  • 2016 – 114,226 miles
  • 2015 – 104,628 miles
  • 2014 – 89,408 miles
  • 2013 – 72,657 miles
  • 2012 – 53,118 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,030 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOuter sill and undercovers
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryHandbrake travel

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 17 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,030 miles (+7,594)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    180,030 miles
    Test number
    268407807992
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill and undercovers
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel

  2. Pass172,436 miles (+10,531)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    172,436 miles
    Test number
    199286696200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber dust cover split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber dust cover split
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass161,905 miles (+7,534)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    161,905 miles
    Test number
    939388549745
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass154,371 miles (+9,392)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    154,371 miles
    Test number
    220721826448
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront shocks damp
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Offside lagging behind (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bushes deteriorated

  5. Pass144,979 miles (+5,643)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    144,979 miles
    Test number
    952320465206
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass139,336 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    139,336 miles
    Test number
    474434238164
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail139,336 miles (+10,138)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,336 miles
    Test number
    419230479607
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass129,198 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    129,198 miles
    Test number
    453304920855
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  9. Fail129,198 miles (+11,141)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,198 miles
    Test number
    372935646584
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  10. Pass118,057 miles (+3,831)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    118,057 miles
    Test number
    613849245602
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing

  11. Pass114,226 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    114,226 miles
    Test number
    724832604006
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Fail114,221 miles (+9,593)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,221 miles
    Test number
    934813201670
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn inner
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  13. Pass104,628 miles (+15,220)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    104,628 miles
    Test number
    917139625072
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass89,408 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    89,408 miles
    Test number
    616539724087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail89,400 miles (+16,743)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,400 miles
    Test number
    886048224071
    • 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)

  16. Pass72,657 miles (+19,539)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    72,657 miles
    Test number
    189066013482
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass53,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    53,118 miles
    Test number
    625217812037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 XSN

Does L4 XSN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L4 XSN expired on 18 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L4 XSN?
The MOT on L4 XSN expired on 18 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L4 XSN done?
L4 XSN was recorded at 180,030 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2023, an average of 10,664 miles a year.
Has L4 XSN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 XSN has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2019.
Has the mileage on L4 XSN 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 XSN find?
L4 XSN passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2023 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both hoses; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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