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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 3,000 cc

L66 OSEMOT history

L66 OSE is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 27 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 May 2026 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 114,630 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2025.

L66 OSE black 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 14 May 2026
Mileage
114,630 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2025
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,479 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L66 OSE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 May 2026
Latest MOT test
15 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L66 OSE was last recorded at 114,630 miles on 15 May 2025, 2,195 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,435 miles · 6 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
2,195 miles
Average per year
3,479 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,630 miles
  • 2023 – 112,435 miles
  • 2022 – 110,236 miles
  • 2021 – 109,173 miles
  • 2019 – 108,245 miles
  • 2018 – 108,005 miles
  • 2017 – 106,560 miles
  • 2016 – 105,822 miles
  • 2015 – 103,419 miles
  • 2013 – 97,397 miles
  • 2012 – 93,742 miles
  • 2011 – 92,619 miles
  • 2009 – 85,817 miles
  • 2008 – 77,360 miles
  • 2007 – 69,280 miles
  • 2006 – 48,528 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,630 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement to the rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement to the rear (5.3.4 (a) (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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,630 miles (+2,195)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    114,630 miles
    Test number
    708765199035
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement to the rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement to the rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass112,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    112,435 miles
    Test number
    281410326104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail112,435 miles (+2,199)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,435 miles
    Test number
    480157426380
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer bottle empty (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass110,236 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    110,236 miles
    Test number
    628315214576
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail110,236 miles (+1,063)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,236 miles
    Test number
    912639818038
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass109,173 miles (+928)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    109,173 miles
    Test number
    448147924535
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass108,245 miles (+240)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    108,245 miles
    Test number
    466474692356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEml on pre 01/07/2003

  8. Pass108,005 miles (+1,445)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    108,005 miles
    Test number
    506922735711
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer tyre wall damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear jacking block missing
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  9. Pass106,560 miles (+738)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    106,560 miles
    Test number
    269009151654
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  10. Pass105,822 miles (+2,403)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    105,822 miles
    Test number
    932480805014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass103,419 miles (+6,022)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    103,419 miles
    Test number
    776559205062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass97,397 miles (+3,655)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    97,397 miles
    Test number
    177903493164
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass93,742 miles (+1,123)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    93,742 miles
    Test number
    639173392153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass92,619 miles (+6,802)8 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    92,619 miles
    Test number
    755928631037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s and o/s outer sill covers fitted
    • NoteN/s/r disc inner surface corroded
    • NoteO/s/f lower wishbone ball joint dust cover split
    • NoteO/s/r disc inner surface corroded

  15. Pass85,817 miles (+8,457)1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    85,817 miles
    Test number
    164375059259
    • DangerousCut on the off side tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass77,360 miles (+8,080)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    77,360 miles
    Test number
    710279748267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    69,280 miles
    Test number
    381444147488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail69,280 miles (+20,752)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,280 miles
    Test number
    390063847224
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass48,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    48,528 miles
    Test number
    633415836108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L66 OSE

Does L66 OSE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L66 OSE expired on 14 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L66 OSE?
The MOT on L66 OSE expired on 14 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L66 OSE done?
L66 OSE was recorded at 114,630 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2025, an average of 3,479 miles a year.
Has L66 OSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L66 OSE has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on L66 OSE 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 OSE find?
L66 OSE passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2025 with 4 advisories: front lower oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement to the rear; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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