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BMW M3

Green · Petrol · 1996 · 3,201 cc

L5 XBMMOT history

L5 XBM is a green petrol BMW M3 first used on 12 Apr 1996. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 108,563 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2025.

L5 XBM green 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 10 Apr 2026
Mileage
108,563 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,258 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 XBM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,201 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
12 Apr 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 XBM was last recorded at 108,563 miles on 11 Apr 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,562 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,258 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 108,563 miles
  • 2024 – 96,138 miles
  • 2023 – 90,422 miles
  • 2021 – 89,846 miles
  • 2020 – 89,759 miles
  • 2018 – 89,480 miles
  • 2016 – 89,270 miles
  • 2015 – 88,953 miles
  • 2014 – 88,788 miles
  • 2013 – 87,028 miles
  • 2012 – 86,474 miles
  • 2011 – 86,455 miles
  • 2010 – 85,715 miles
  • 2009 – 82,747 miles
  • 2008 – 81,440 miles
  • 2007 – 72,686 miles
  • 2006 – 65,066 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,563 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,563 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    108,563 miles
    Test number
    501688807272
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail108,562 miles (+12,424)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,562 miles
    Test number
    804872326129
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass96,138 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    96,138 miles
    Test number
    122292077932
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail96,138 miles (+5,716)2 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,138 miles
    Test number
    259027176669
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass90,422 miles (+576)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    90,422 miles
    Test number
    563690463765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass89,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    89,846 miles
    Test number
    256367854673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail89,846 miles (+87)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,846 miles
    Test number
    604930296630
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass89,759 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2021
    Odometer
    89,759 miles
    Test number
    172982573426
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  9. Fail89,758 miles (+278)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,758 miles
    Test number
    357849625528
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  10. Pass89,480 miles (+210)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    89,480 miles
    Test number
    862592788995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass89,270 miles (+317)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    89,270 miles
    Test number
    619799251537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,953 miles (+165)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    88,953 miles
    Test number
    638854105145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,788 miles (+1,760)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    88,788 miles
    Test number
    719183414181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass87,028 miles (+554)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    87,028 miles
    Test number
    467459113163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass86,474 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    86,474 miles
    Test number
    657180512186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass86,455 miles (+740)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    86,455 miles
    Test number
    255598501437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail85,715 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,715 miles
    Test number
    293739310429
    • Repaired at testBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • Repaired at testOuter Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass85,715 miles (+2,968)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    85,715 miles
    Test number
    491839410195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass82,747 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    82,747 miles
    Test number
    672311029128
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail82,735 miles (+1,295)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,735 miles
    Test number
    930340929100
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass81,440 miles (+8,754)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    81,440 miles
    Test number
    263482728141
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass72,686 miles (+7,620)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    72,686 miles
    Test number
    124251177497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass65,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    65,066 miles
    Test number
    423615606047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail65,066 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,066 miles
    Test number
    760164606088
    • FailureFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • 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)

Questions about L5 XBM

Does L5 XBM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L5 XBM expired on 10 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L5 XBM?
The MOT on L5 XBM expired on 10 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L5 XBM done?
L5 XBM was recorded at 108,563 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2025, an average of 2,258 miles a year.
Has L5 XBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 XBM has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L5 XBM 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 XBM find?
L5 XBM passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning.

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