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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

L70 NRGMOT history

L70 NRG is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 5 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 216,020 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2025.

L70 NRG black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Dec 2026
Mileage
216,020 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,204 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 NRG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
26 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L70 NRG was last recorded at 216,020 miles on 6 Dec 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
216,018 miles · 5 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
10,204 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 216,020 miles
  • 2024 – 212,630 miles
  • 2023 – 208,072 miles
  • 2022 – 202,991 miles
  • 2021 – 195,507 miles
  • 2020 – 177,792 miles
  • 2019 – 160,895 miles
  • 2018 – 141,228 miles
  • 2017 – 126,311 miles
  • 2016 – 103,966 miles
  • 2015 – 98,000 miles
  • 2014 – 92,050 miles
  • 2013 – 85,617 miles
  • 2012 – 78,327 miles
  • 2011 – 70,026 miles
  • 2010 – 60,469 miles
  • 2009 – 48,236 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass216,020 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass216,020 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    216,020 miles
    Test number
    400973541052
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail216,018 miles (+3,388)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,018 miles
    Test number
    877788470176
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass212,630 miles (+611)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    212,630 miles
    Test number
    639483314175
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail212,019 miles (+3,947)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,019 miles
    Test number
    618786412559
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass208,072 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    208,072 miles
    Test number
    557164301963
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail208,072 miles (+5,081)3 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,072 miles
    Test number
    763098478682
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Seat belt missing clasp (7.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass202,991 miles (+7,484)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    202,991 miles
    Test number
    120968382469
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  8. Pass195,507 miles (+17,715)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    195,507 miles
    Test number
    511858774899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass177,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    177,792 miles
    Test number
    490263007315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail177,792 miles (+16,897)9 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,792 miles
    Test number
    905878559174
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front most arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (Intermittant) (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass160,895 miles (+482)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    160,895 miles
    Test number
    572988726422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail160,413 miles (+19,185)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,413 miles
    Test number
    539261577663
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass141,228 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    141,228 miles
    Test number
    532053362287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail141,227 miles (+14,916)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,227 miles
    Test number
    910369702601
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  15. Pass126,311 miles (+9,051)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    126,311 miles
    Test number
    294970836716
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing on inner sidewall

  16. Pass117,260 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    117,260 miles
    Test number
    462802070836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail117,156 miles (+13,190)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,156 miles
    Test number
    594749706063
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tread poor

  18. Pass103,966 miles (+5,966)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    103,966 miles
    Test number
    699514655857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass98,000 miles (+5,950)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    98,000 miles
    Test number
    157608875098
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass92,050 miles (+6,433)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    92,050 miles
    Test number
    936001504147
    • NoteTYRES ARE NOT MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDED SIZE FOR WHEELS FITTED

  21. Pass85,617 miles (+7,290)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    85,617 miles
    Test number
    828709303125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass78,327 miles (+8,301)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    78,327 miles
    Test number
    677990412100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass70,026 miles (+9,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    70,026 miles
    Test number
    966658761152
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass60,469 miles (+12,233)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    60,469 miles
    Test number
    672839050143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,236 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    48,236 miles
    Test number
    230128379128
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs heavily lipped
    • NoteO/S/f jacking plug missing
    • NoteRear brake discs worn in conjuction with rear pads
    • NoteRear brake pads at 2mm.

Questions about L70 NRG

Does L70 NRG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L70 NRG is valid until 5 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L70 NRG?
The MOT on L70 NRG is valid until 5 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L70 NRG done?
L70 NRG was recorded at 216,020 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2025, an average of 10,204 miles a year.
Has L70 NRG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 NRG has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L70 NRG 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 L70 NRG find?
L70 NRG passed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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