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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,171 cc

L77 YNFMOT history

L77 YNF is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 107,757 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

L77 YNF black 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 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
107,757 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,863 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L77 YNF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L77 YNF was last recorded at 107,757 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,756 miles · 26 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,863 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,757 miles
  • 2025 – 102,919 miles
  • 2024 – 102,557 miles
  • 2023 – 102,375 miles
  • 2022 – 101,339 miles
  • 2021 – 99,481 miles
  • 2020 – 96,899 miles
  • 2019 – 93,794 miles
  • 2017 – 92,754 miles
  • 2016 – 91,893 miles
  • 2015 – 90,636 miles
  • 2014 – 85,709 miles
  • 2013 – 77,862 miles
  • 2012 – 70,571 miles
  • 2011 – 67,091 miles
  • 2010 – 64,307 miles
  • 2009 – 61,058 miles
  • 2008 – 56,100 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,757 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,757 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    107,757 miles
    Test number
    479147815701
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail107,756 miles (+4,837)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,756 miles
    Test number
    504183074167
    • MajorDriver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass102,919 miles (+362)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    102,919 miles
    Test number
    977481942827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass102,557 miles (+182)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    102,557 miles
    Test number
    882375448784
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass102,375 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    102,375 miles
    Test number
    950111594517
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail102,366 miles (+1,027)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,366 miles
    Test number
    482867476949
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass101,339 miles (+1,858)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    101,339 miles
    Test number
    847000677643
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass99,481 miles (+51)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    99,481 miles
    Test number
    557541896930
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch and rear (5.2.3 (f))
  9. Fail99,430 miles (+2,531)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,430 miles
    Test number
    971528940197
    • MajorFront Brake hose excessively chafed both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim both sides (5.2.3 (k))
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch and rear (5.2.3 (f))
  10. Pass96,899 miles (+3,105)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    96,899 miles
    Test number
    296622570052
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch front and rear
  11. Pass93,794 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    93,794 miles
    Test number
    585898593787
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Fail93,786 miles (+1,032)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,786 miles
    Test number
    379559350314
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded End of Main Brake Pipe Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass92,754 miles (+861)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    92,754 miles
    Test number
    372568380758
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass91,893 miles (+1,257)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    91,893 miles
    Test number
    589699905972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass90,636 miles (+4,927)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    90,636 miles
    Test number
    712739549564
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass85,709 miles (+7,847)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    85,709 miles
    Test number
    879052434237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,862 miles (+7,291)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    77,862 miles
    Test number
    305902153297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,571 miles (+3,480)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    70,571 miles
    Test number
    416141652242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,091 miles (+2,784)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    67,091 miles
    Test number
    988267641096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,307 miles (+3,249)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    64,307 miles
    Test number
    161260650092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,058 miles (+4,958)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    61,058 miles
    Test number
    872205659059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass56,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    56,100 miles
    Test number
    133221878047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail56,098 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,098 miles
    Test number
    624751578014
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Questions about L77 YNF

Does L77 YNF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L77 YNF is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L77 YNF?
The MOT on L77 YNF is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L77 YNF done?
L77 YNF was recorded at 107,757 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 2,863 miles a year.
Has L77 YNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L77 YNF has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L77 YNF 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 L77 YNF find?
L77 YNF passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust mounting defective; front coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive rear diff.

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