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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 2,979 cc

L7 ANBMOT history

L7 ANB is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 92,639 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

L7 ANB blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
92,639 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,508 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 ANB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
12 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 ANB was last recorded at 92,639 miles on 12 May 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,631 miles · 8 May 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
7,508 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,639 miles
  • 2025 – 89,132 miles
  • 2024 – 83,895 miles
  • 2022 – 77,328 miles
  • 2021 – 66,014 miles
  • 2019 – 54,140 miles
  • 2018 – 46,575 miles
  • 2017 – 35,593 miles
  • 2016 – 21,328 miles
  • 2015 – 11,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,639 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.

  • Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 2 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,639 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    92,639 miles
    Test number
    272826487118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail92,631 miles (+3,499)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,631 miles
    Test number
    516699244938
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass89,132 miles (+5,237)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    89,132 miles
    Test number
    533000056507
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass83,895 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    83,895 miles
    Test number
    254440047983
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  5. Fail83,895 miles (+6,567)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,895 miles
    Test number
    853588160631
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  6. Pass77,328 miles (+4,196)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    77,328 miles
    Test number
    921814048395
    • 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))
  7. Pass73,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    73,132 miles
    Test number
    385345761233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail73,131 miles (+7,117)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,131 miles
    Test number
    669648125809
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass66,014 miles (+11,874)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    66,014 miles
    Test number
    839178126281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,140 miles (+7,565)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    54,140 miles
    Test number
    304402595239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass46,575 miles (+10,982)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    46,575 miles
    Test number
    112561559737
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass35,593 miles (+14,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    35,593 miles
    Test number
    522240057270
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  13. Pass21,328 miles (+405)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    21,328 miles
    Test number
    671983575436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail20,923 miles (+9,833)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,923 miles
    Test number
    336934438483
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  15. Pass11,090 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    11,090 miles
    Test number
    747793585166
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about L7 ANB

Does L7 ANB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 ANB is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 ANB?
The MOT on L7 ANB is valid until 11 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 ANB done?
L7 ANB was recorded at 92,639 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 7,508 miles a year.
Has L7 ANB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 ANB has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 ANB 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 ANB find?
L7 ANB passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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