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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 1994 · 2,990 cc

L63 PTVMOT history

L63 PTV is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 1 Jan 1994. Its MOT expired on 12 Apr 2025 and it has passed 5 of 6 MOT tests, with 213,502 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Apr 2025
Mileage
213,502 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2024
MOT tests
6
5 passed · 1 failed
Per year
731 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L63 PTV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,990 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L63 PTV was last recorded at 213,502 miles on 13 Apr 2024, 3,553 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2014.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,949 miles · 17 Jan 2014
Between the last two tests
3,553 miles
Average per year
731 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 213,502 miles
  • 2014 – 209,949 miles
  • 2012 – 206,652 miles
  • 2008 – 206,594 miles
  • 2006 – 200,384 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,502 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryVarious surface corrosion over front and rear suspension components

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 suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2012

Full MOT history

6 tests since 29 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass213,502 miles (+3,553)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    213,502 miles
    Test number
    809974125157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryVarious surface corrosion over front and rear suspension components

  2. Pass209,949 miles (+3,297)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    209,949 miles
    Test number
    535727614042
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  3. Pass206,652 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    206,652 miles
    Test number
    915029522326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  4. Fail206,622 miles (+28)1 dangerous9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,622 miles
    Test number
    467304482248
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  5. Pass206,594 miles (+6,210)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    206,594 miles
    Test number
    710050128338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  6. Pass200,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    200,384 miles
    Test number
    322729616101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L63 PTV

Does L63 PTV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L63 PTV expired on 12 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L63 PTV?
The MOT on L63 PTV expired on 12 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L63 PTV done?
L63 PTV was recorded at 213,502 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2024, an average of 731 miles a year.
Has L63 PTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L63 PTV has failed 1 of its 6 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2012.
Has the mileage on L63 PTV 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 L63 PTV find?
L63 PTV passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top bush; various surface corrosion over front and rear suspension components.

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