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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 2,498 cc

L66 NEAMOT history

L66 NEA is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 149,153 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

L66 NEA black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
149,153 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,624 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L66 NEA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
15 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L66 NEA was last recorded at 149,153 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 568 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,585 miles · 25 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
568 miles
Average per year
9,624 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,153 miles
  • 2024 – 146,552 miles
  • 2023 – 142,965 miles
  • 2022 – 129,381 miles
  • 2021 – 109,678 miles
  • 2020 – 94,085 miles
  • 2019 – 77,138 miles
  • 2018 – 56,602 miles
  • 2017 – 40,303 miles
  • 2016 – 33,280 miles
  • 2015 – 28,885 miles
  • 2014 – 24,946 miles
  • 2013 – 20,698 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,153 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 18 Mar 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,153 miles (+568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    149,153 miles
    Test number
    300693287125
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass148,585 miles (+2,033)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    148,585 miles
    Test number
    738131587838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass146,552 miles (+3,587)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    146,552 miles
    Test number
    381576704982
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass142,965 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    142,965 miles
    Test number
    623091564589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail142,964 miles (+13,583)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,964 miles
    Test number
    195822536955
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Upper arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Upper arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass129,381 miles (+19,703)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    129,381 miles
    Test number
    755033946718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass109,678 miles (+15,593)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    109,678 miles
    Test number
    790994341626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass94,085 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    94,085 miles
    Test number
    578010330768
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail94,075 miles (+16,937)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,075 miles
    Test number
    364165932807
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass77,138 miles (+20,536)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    77,138 miles
    Test number
    399629734783
    • AdvisoryFuel Filter undertray missing
    • AdvisoryFuel Strap tether broken,
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear oil leak from diff seal
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Diff seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass56,602 miles (+16,299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    56,602 miles
    Test number
    174750026235
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass40,303 miles (+1,665)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    40,303 miles
    Test number
    897063774054
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  13. Pass38,638 miles (+5,358)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    38,638 miles
    Test number
    594766001415
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn and pitted
  14. Pass33,280 miles (+4,395)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    33,280 miles
    Test number
    836813169522
    • AdvisoryWear in all brake discs. tyres wearing on edges.
  15. Pass28,885 miles (+3,939)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    28,885 miles
    Test number
    915199385059
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass24,946 miles (+4,248)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    24,946 miles
    Test number
    898054184034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    20,698 miles
    Test number
    485367173017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L66 NEA

Does L66 NEA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L66 NEA is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L66 NEA?
The MOT on L66 NEA is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L66 NEA done?
L66 NEA was recorded at 149,153 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 9,624 miles a year.
Has L66 NEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L66 NEA has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2023.
Has the mileage on L66 NEA 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 L66 NEA find?
L66 NEA passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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