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BMW 5 Series

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

L6 VAEMOT history

L6 VAE is a black diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 16 Sept 2013. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2023 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 116,032 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2022.

L6 VAE black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2023
Mileage
116,032 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2022
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
14,386 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 VAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
16 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 VAE was last recorded at 116,032 miles on 22 Dec 2022, 5,928 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
110,104 miles · 3 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
5,928 miles
Average per year
14,386 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 116,032 miles
  • 2021 – 110,104 miles
  • 2020 – 106,039 miles
  • 2019 – 96,239 miles
  • 2018 – 82,899 miles
  • 2017 – 53,919 miles
  • 2016 – 20,950 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,032 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

8 tests since 13 May 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,032 miles (+5,928)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    116,032 miles
    Test number
    273238858251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass110,104 miles (+4,065)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    110,104 miles
    Test number
    320817237434
    • MinorNearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  3. Pass106,039 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    106,039 miles
    Test number
    470622211412
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Fail106,039 miles (+9,800)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,039 miles
    Test number
    911516473625
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low on both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass96,239 miles (+13,340)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    96,239 miles
    Test number
    297780994106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass82,899 miles (+28,980)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2019
    Odometer
    82,899 miles
    Test number
    566419747959
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tire worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  7. Pass53,919 miles (+32,969)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    53,919 miles
    Test number
    715546162027
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 70%worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Pass20,950 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    20,950 miles
    Test number
    554811598655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L6 VAE

Does L6 VAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L6 VAE expired on 21 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L6 VAE?
The MOT on L6 VAE expired on 21 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L6 VAE done?
L6 VAE was recorded at 116,032 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2022, an average of 14,386 miles a year.
Has L6 VAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 VAE has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on L6 VAE 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 VAE find?
L6 VAE passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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