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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 2,979 cc

L5 PWHMOT history

L5 PWH is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Oct 2007. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 53,962 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

L5 PWH blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
53,962 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,563 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 PWH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
2 Oct 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 PWH was last recorded at 53,962 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 1,087 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,875 miles · 21 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
1,087 miles
Average per year
2,563 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,962 miles
  • 2024 – 52,875 miles
  • 2023 – 52,293 miles
  • 2022 – 51,863 miles
  • 2021 – 51,580 miles
  • 2020 – 51,355 miles
  • 2019 – 49,185 miles
  • 2018 – 42,901 miles
  • 2017 – 35,476 miles
  • 2015 – 29,193 miles
  • 2014 – 27,713 miles
  • 2013 – 26,273 miles
  • 2012 – 22,419 miles
  • 2011 – 18,574 miles
  • 2010 – 14,346 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,962 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 28 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,962 miles (+1,087)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    53,962 miles
    Test number
    996534627760
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass52,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    52,875 miles
    Test number
    550765133131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail52,875 miles (+582)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,875 miles
    Test number
    584201361387
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass52,293 miles (+430)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    52,293 miles
    Test number
    824646201678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass51,863 miles (+283)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    51,863 miles
    Test number
    424624339184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with undershields

  6. Pass51,580 miles (+225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    51,580 miles
    Test number
    802413521037
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass51,355 miles (+2,170)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    51,355 miles
    Test number
    913649050069
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass49,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    49,185 miles
    Test number
    297988998856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail49,185 miles (+6,284)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,185 miles
    Test number
    811015612834
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass42,901 miles (+7,425)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    42,901 miles
    Test number
    577202939619
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass35,476 miles (+6,283)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    35,476 miles
    Test number
    817052874561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass29,193 miles (+1,480)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    29,193 miles
    Test number
    271143514172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass27,713 miles (+1,440)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    27,713 miles
    Test number
    336410984435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail26,273 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,273 miles
    Test number
    249153883223
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass26,273 miles (+3,854)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    26,273 miles
    Test number
    966463883203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,419 miles (+3,845)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    22,419 miles
    Test number
    748006282267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,574 miles (+4,228)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    18,574 miles
    Test number
    827469861290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass14,346 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    14,346 miles
    Test number
    144621570215
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L5 PWH

Does L5 PWH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 PWH is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 PWH?
The MOT on L5 PWH is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 PWH done?
L5 PWH was recorded at 53,962 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 2,563 miles a year.
Has L5 PWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 PWH has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on L5 PWH 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 PWH find?
L5 PWH passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 2 more.

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