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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

L7 AKAMOT history

L7 AKA is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 103,575 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

L7 AKA white 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 19 May 2027
Mileage
103,575 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,818 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 AKA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
28 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 AKA was last recorded at 103,575 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,573 miles · 15 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
7,818 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,575 miles
  • 2025 – 95,488 miles
  • 2024 – 88,638 miles
  • 2023 – 81,612 miles
  • 2022 – 73,901 miles
  • 2021 – 64,501 miles
  • 2020 – 62,202 miles
  • 2019 – 56,357 miles
  • 2018 – 47,772 miles
  • 2017 – 34,187 miles
  • 2016 – 25,183 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,575 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 1 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,575 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    103,575 miles
    Test number
    754987357122
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail103,573 miles (+8,085)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,573 miles
    Test number
    773234774257
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass95,488 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    95,488 miles
    Test number
    740524987460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail95,486 miles (+6,848)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,486 miles
    Test number
    615491061876
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass88,638 miles (+7,026)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    88,638 miles
    Test number
    637049929823
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass81,612 miles (+7,711)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2024
    Odometer
    81,612 miles
    Test number
    874986389358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass73,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2023
    Odometer
    73,901 miles
    Test number
    575735570305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail73,901 miles (+9,400)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,901 miles
    Test number
    231251664594
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass64,501 miles (+2,299)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    64,501 miles
    Test number
    661832647281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    62,202 miles
    Test number
    166396576852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail62,202 miles (+5,845)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,202 miles
    Test number
    630624668636
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass56,357 miles (+8,585)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    56,357 miles
    Test number
    355353907114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass47,772 miles (+4,096)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    47,772 miles
    Test number
    756820197418
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass43,676 miles (+9,489)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    43,676 miles
    Test number
    703909138264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,187 miles (+9,004)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    34,187 miles
    Test number
    359279986051
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass25,183 miles (+1,464)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    25,183 miles
    Test number
    186111694490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,719 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    23,719 miles
    Test number
    713107948239
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L7 AKA

Does L7 AKA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 AKA is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 AKA?
The MOT on L7 AKA is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 AKA done?
L7 AKA was recorded at 103,575 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 7,818 miles a year.
Has L7 AKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 AKA has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 AKA 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 L7 AKA find?
L7 AKA passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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