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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

L6 TBMMOT history

L6 TBM is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Nov 2011. Its MOT expired on 11 Aug 2026 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 186,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2025.

L6 TBM black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Aug 2026
Mileage
186,678 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2025
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,187 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 TBM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
30 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 TBM was last recorded at 186,678 miles on 12 Aug 2025, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,631 miles · 19 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
47 miles
Average per year
9,187 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 186,678 miles
  • 2024 – 186,589 miles
  • 2023 – 175,117 miles
  • 2022 – 173,415 miles
  • 2021 – 161,042 miles
  • 2020 – 152,660 miles
  • 2019 – 144,799 miles
  • 2018 – 134,948 miles
  • 2017 – 122,666 miles
  • 2016 – 111,502 miles
  • 2015 – 100,133 miles
  • 2014 – 87,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,678 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material swollen under paint (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at gbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 2mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure at fuel tank
  • AdvisoryRear prop donut worn
  • AdvisoryTpms light on

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Oil leaking excessively from engine

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 5 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,678 miles (+47)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    186,678 miles
    Test number
    276378341575
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material swollen under paint (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at gbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure at fuel tank
    • AdvisoryRear prop donut worn
    • AdvisoryTpms light on
  2. Fail186,631 miles (+42)5 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,631 miles
    Test number
    397470574008
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both n/s and o/s front arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material swollen under paint (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at gbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail186,589 miles (+11,472)7 major4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,589 miles
    Test number
    167720781490
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe to small not secure in pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bent arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged ring (1.6 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides slight leak of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both top bush / mounts (5.3.2 (c))
  4. Pass175,117 miles (+1,702)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    175,117 miles
    Test number
    825864761230
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail173,415 miles (+12,373)1 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,415 miles
    Test number
    165497642264
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass161,042 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    161,042 miles
    Test number
    428275636058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail161,041 miles (+8,381)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,041 miles
    Test number
    470692725088
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass152,660 miles (+7,861)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    152,660 miles
    Test number
    325689166413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass144,799 miles (+9,851)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    144,799 miles
    Test number
    404692938971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass134,948 miles (+12,282)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    134,948 miles
    Test number
    850757586001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass122,666 miles (+11,164)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    122,666 miles
    Test number
    240180135879
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' and sticker (8.3.1d)
  12. Pass111,502 miles (+11,369)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    111,502 miles
    Test number
    831041533372
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  13. Pass100,133 miles (+12,379)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    100,133 miles
    Test number
    836122581929
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components
  14. Pass87,754 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    87,754 miles
    Test number
    427589304457
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about L6 TBM

Does L6 TBM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L6 TBM expired on 11 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L6 TBM?
The MOT on L6 TBM expired on 11 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L6 TBM done?
L6 TBM was recorded at 186,678 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2025, an average of 9,187 miles a year.
Has L6 TBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 TBM has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on L6 TBM 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 TBM find?
L6 TBM passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2025 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: offside rear brake hose slightly twisted; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material swollen under paint, and 8 more.

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