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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

L5 MSRMOT history

L5 MSR is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 155,687 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

L5 MSR grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
155,687 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,714 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 MSR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 MSR was last recorded at 155,687 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 243 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,444 miles · 22 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
243 miles
Average per year
5,714 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,687 miles
  • 2025 – 155,444 miles
  • 2024 – 149,933 miles
  • 2023 – 144,780 miles
  • 2022 – 140,860 miles
  • 2021 – 137,562 miles
  • 2020 – 134,243 miles
  • 2019 – 131,884 miles
  • 2018 – 127,122 miles
  • 2017 – 121,964 miles
  • 2016 – 117,641 miles
  • 2014 – 113,713 miles
  • 2013 – 109,655 miles
  • 2012 – 98,098 miles
  • 2011 – 87,838 miles
  • 2010 – 72,837 miles
  • 2009 – 60,417 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,687 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBonnet struts worn/inoperativeRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,687 miles (+243)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    155,687 miles
    Test number
    824185983420
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts worn/inoperative

  2. Fail155,444 miles (+5,511)2 dangerous1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,444 miles
    Test number
    531293492398
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured inner rim (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts worn/inoperative

  3. Pass149,933 miles (+116)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    149,933 miles
    Test number
    556171088810
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts worn/inoperative

  4. Fail149,817 miles (+5,037)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,817 miles
    Test number
    250731326542
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet struts worn/inoperative

  5. Pass144,780 miles (+3,920)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    144,780 miles
    Test number
    122980276230
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass140,860 miles (+25)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    140,860 miles
    Test number
    827489052975
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail140,835 miles (+3,273)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,835 miles
    Test number
    944501182646
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass137,562 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    137,562 miles
    Test number
    450740423801
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail137,558 miles (+3,315)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,558 miles
    Test number
    974452698266
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass134,243 miles (+2,359)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    134,243 miles
    Test number
    922460729801
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass131,884 miles (+4,762)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    131,884 miles
    Test number
    270365059450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass127,122 miles (+5,158)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    127,122 miles
    Test number
    463497585397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass121,964 miles (+4,323)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    121,964 miles
    Test number
    381633511029
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass117,641 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    117,641 miles
    Test number
    247034171423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail117,640 miles (+53)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,640 miles
    Test number
    515074913344
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Fail117,587 miles (+3,874)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,587 miles
    Test number
    302499598014
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  17. Pass113,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    113,713 miles
    Test number
    306297254338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail113,713 miles (+4,058)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,713 miles
    Test number
    918467454305
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  19. Pass109,655 miles (+734)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    109,655 miles
    Test number
    525675223340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail108,921 miles (+10,823)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,921 miles
    Test number
    929316713346
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass98,098 miles (+10,260)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    98,098 miles
    Test number
    197790572115
    • NoteTyre pressure warning lamp on

  22. Pass87,838 miles (+15,001)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    87,838 miles
    Test number
    148507861156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass72,837 miles (+12,420)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    72,837 miles
    Test number
    283926520492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    60,417 miles
    Test number
    723915729171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 MSR

Does L5 MSR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 MSR is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 MSR?
The MOT on L5 MSR is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 MSR done?
L5 MSR was recorded at 155,687 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 5,714 miles a year.
Has L5 MSR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 MSR has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L5 MSR 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 L5 MSR find?
L5 MSR passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake hose slightly deteriorated both front; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted, and 3 more.

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