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Black · Petrol · 1994 · 2,494 cc

L71 OECMOT history

L71 OEC is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Apr 1994. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2024 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 108,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jan 2024
Mileage
108,219 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2023
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,942 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L71 OEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
30 Apr 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L71 OEC was last recorded at 108,219 miles on 30 Jan 2023, 2,664 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Apr 2014.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,555 miles · 19 Apr 2014
Between the last two tests
2,664 miles
Average per year
1,942 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 108,219 miles
  • 2014 – 105,555 miles
  • 2013 – 103,142 miles
  • 2012 – 101,042 miles
  • 2010 – 95,622 miles
  • 2009 – 90,120 miles
  • 2008 – 86,355 miles
  • 2007 – 80,182 miles
  • 2006 – 76,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,219 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

13 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,219 miles (+2,664)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    108,219 miles
    Test number
    169870580758
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass105,555 miles (+2,413)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    105,555 miles
    Test number
    738589404174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  3. Pass103,142 miles (+2,100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    103,142 miles
    Test number
    609374693038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  4. Pass101,042 miles (+5,420)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    101,042 miles
    Test number
    327810892082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass95,622 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    95,622 miles
    Test number
    971338090233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Fail95,621 miles (+5,501)7 failures2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,621 miles
    Test number
    723268190264
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass90,120 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    90,120 miles
    Test number
    803178779266
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail90,919 miles (+4,564)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,919 miles
    Test number
    293778179203
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass86,355 miles (+38)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    86,355 miles
    Test number
    482325498258
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail86,317 miles (+15)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,317 miles
    Test number
    514892258253
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  11. Fail86,302 miles (+6,120)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,302 miles
    Test number
    241282348257
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass80,182 miles (+4,139)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    80,182 miles
    Test number
    803311547299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass76,043 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    76,043 miles
    Test number
    983147586182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L71 OEC

Does L71 OEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L71 OEC expired on 29 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L71 OEC?
The MOT on L71 OEC expired on 29 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L71 OEC done?
L71 OEC was recorded at 108,219 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2023, an average of 1,942 miles a year.
Has L71 OEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L71 OEC has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2010.
Has the mileage on L71 OEC 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 L71 OEC find?
L71 OEC passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2023 with 1 advisory: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside.

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