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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 2,494 cc

L66 VCTMOT history

L66 VCT is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 3 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 137,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

L66 VCT grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Oct 2027
Mileage
137,521 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,300 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L66 VCT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
4 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L66 VCT was last recorded at 137,521 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 6,626 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
130,895 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,626 miles
Average per year
6,300 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,521 miles
  • 2025 – 130,895 miles
  • 2024 – 125,432 miles
  • 2023 – 118,793 miles
  • 2022 – 112,324 miles
  • 2021 – 107,512 miles
  • 2020 – 104,819 miles
  • 2019 – 101,687 miles
  • 2018 – 97,497 miles
  • 2017 – 94,385 miles
  • 2016 – 88,642 miles
  • 2015 – 73,067 miles
  • 2014 – 69,762 miles
  • 2013 – 54,402 miles
  • 2012 – 46,852 miles
  • 2011 – 38,961 miles
  • 2010 – 32,189 miles
  • 2009 – 26,018 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,521 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Engine covers and undertray fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,521 miles (+6,626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    137,521 miles
    Test number
    814372836646
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass130,895 miles (+5,463)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    130,895 miles
    Test number
    900481092931
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass125,432 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    125,432 miles
    Test number
    487338059908
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail125,432 miles (+6,639)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,432 miles
    Test number
    604900213647
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass118,793 miles (+6,469)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    118,793 miles
    Test number
    268564029527
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass112,324 miles (+4,812)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    112,324 miles
    Test number
    212819222278
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass107,512 miles (+2,693)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    107,512 miles
    Test number
    838304224242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass104,819 miles (+3,132)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    104,819 miles
    Test number
    431545090632
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertray fitted

  9. Pass101,687 miles (+4,190)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    101,687 miles
    Test number
    110012923959
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertray fitted

  10. Pass97,497 miles (+3,112)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    97,497 miles
    Test number
    222287671526
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertray fitted

  11. Pass94,385 miles (+5,743)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    94,385 miles
    Test number
    170383587417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass88,642 miles (+15,575)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    88,642 miles
    Test number
    274195977634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,067 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    73,067 miles
    Test number
    119356605011
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail73,067 miles (+3,305)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,067 miles
    Test number
    816596705049
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass69,762 miles (+15,360)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    69,762 miles
    Test number
    755512024096
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass54,402 miles (+7,550)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    54,402 miles
    Test number
    507048923059
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteF/ discs lipped
    • NoteO/s/f tyre chip in sidewall
    • NoteR/ discs lipped
    • NoteSlight plat in n/s/f top mount
    • NoteSlight play in both f/ bottom ball joints
    • NoteSlight power steering leak

  17. Pass46,852 miles (+7,891)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    46,852 miles
    Test number
    189947012065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,961 miles (+6,772)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    38,961 miles
    Test number
    706605301091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,189 miles (+6,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    32,189 miles
    Test number
    804219010012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass26,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    26,018 miles
    Test number
    462759219010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L66 VCT

Does L66 VCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L66 VCT is valid until 3 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L66 VCT?
The MOT on L66 VCT is valid until 3 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L66 VCT done?
L66 VCT was recorded at 137,521 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 6,300 miles a year.
Has L66 VCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L66 VCT has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on L66 VCT 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 VCT find?
L66 VCT passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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