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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 2,494 cc

L6 LSOMOT history

L6 LSO is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 87,094 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

L6 LSO blue 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 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
87,094 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,428 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 LSO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
14 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 LSO was last recorded at 87,094 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 833 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,261 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
833 miles
Average per year
3,428 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,094 miles
  • 2025 – 86,261 miles
  • 2024 – 85,655 miles
  • 2023 – 83,044 miles
  • 2021 – 80,735 miles
  • 2019 – 78,546 miles
  • 2018 – 76,754 miles
  • 2017 – 75,010 miles
  • 2016 – 71,188 miles
  • 2015 – 68,261 miles
  • 2014 – 62,262 miles
  • 2013 – 58,677 miles
  • 2012 – 54,891 miles
  • 2011 – 49,132 miles
  • 2010 – 44,493 miles
  • 2009 – 38,334 miles
  • 2008 – 31,195 miles
  • 2007 – 21,883 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,094 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,094 miles (+833)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    87,094 miles
    Test number
    763453212614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass86,261 miles (+606)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    86,261 miles
    Test number
    884126134463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass85,655 miles (+2,611)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    85,655 miles
    Test number
    409739445825
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass83,044 miles (+2,309)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    83,044 miles
    Test number
    132135599868
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass80,735 miles (+2,189)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    80,735 miles
    Test number
    924902680956
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear anti chatter spring missing from caliper
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass78,546 miles (+1,792)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    78,546 miles
    Test number
    794406191498
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass76,754 miles (+1,744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    76,754 miles
    Test number
    409112124738
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low

  8. Pass75,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    75,010 miles
    Test number
    752766180936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail75,010 miles (+3,822)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,010 miles
    Test number
    757769574234
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

  10. Pass71,188 miles (+2,927)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    71,188 miles
    Test number
    107097621506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,261 miles (+5,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    68,261 miles
    Test number
    746705375053
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass62,262 miles (+3,585)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    62,262 miles
    Test number
    226276574010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,677 miles (+34)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    58,677 miles
    Test number
    848406003168
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail58,643 miles (+3,752)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,643 miles
    Test number
    617763603162
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass54,891 miles (+5,759)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    54,891 miles
    Test number
    278005602141
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBrake pad sensor wire (nearside front) damaged

  16. Pass49,132 miles (+300)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    49,132 miles
    Test number
    685399181000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail48,832 miles (+4,339)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,832 miles
    Test number
    115091181487
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  18. Pass44,493 miles (+134)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    44,493 miles
    Test number
    831358070069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail44,359 miles (+6,025)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,359 miles
    Test number
    262812270026
    • FailureFront Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass38,334 miles (+7,139)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    38,334 miles
    Test number
    142798299445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,195 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    31,195 miles
    Test number
    940419708141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail31,190 miles (+9,307)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,190 miles
    Test number
    742850008112
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  23. Pass21,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    21,883 miles
    Test number
    214865997078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail21,883 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,883 miles
    Test number
    343305497033
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L6 LSO

Does L6 LSO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 LSO is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 LSO?
The MOT on L6 LSO is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 LSO done?
L6 LSO was recorded at 87,094 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 3,428 miles a year.
Has L6 LSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 LSO has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2017.
Has the mileage on L6 LSO 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 L6 LSO find?
L6 LSO passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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