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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

L7 BGWMOT history

L7 BGW is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 59,092 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

L7 BGW black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
59,092 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,183 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 BGW
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
20 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 BGW was last recorded at 59,092 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 4,079 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
55,013 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,079 miles
Average per year
2,183 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,092 miles
  • 2025 – 55,013 miles
  • 2024 – 52,039 miles
  • 2023 – 49,121 miles
  • 2022 – 45,997 miles
  • 2021 – 43,777 miles
  • 2020 – 42,911 miles
  • 2019 – 41,749 miles
  • 2018 – 40,840 miles
  • 2017 – 38,940 miles
  • 2016 – 37,423 miles
  • 2015 – 36,672 miles
  • 2014 – 34,978 miles
  • 2013 – 33,140 miles
  • 2012 – 31,109 miles
  • 2011 – 28,526 miles
  • 2010 – 25,349 miles
  • 2009 – 22,084 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,092 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFloor covers fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass59,092 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    59,092 miles
    Test number
    343172234777
    • AdvisoryFloor covers fitted

  2. Fail59,092 miles (+4,079)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,092 miles
    Test number
    736646420714
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFloor covers fitted

  3. Pass55,013 miles (+2,974)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    55,013 miles
    Test number
    754157575688
    • AdvisoryFloor covers fitted

  4. Pass52,039 miles (+2,918)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    52,039 miles
    Test number
    918103421854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass49,121 miles (+3,124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    49,121 miles
    Test number
    610695204713
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.2 (d))

  6. Pass45,997 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    45,997 miles
    Test number
    789969923888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail45,997 miles (+2,220)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,997 miles
    Test number
    368388298553
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass43,777 miles (+866)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    43,777 miles
    Test number
    410892768005
    • AdvisoryNearside Condensation inside headlamp
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside & Offside (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass42,911 miles (+1,162)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    42,911 miles
    Test number
    231465751567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass41,749 miles (+909)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    41,749 miles
    Test number
    548421196127
    • AdvisoryUnder/upper tray fitted

  11. Pass40,840 miles (+1,900)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    40,840 miles
    Test number
    117978789584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,940 miles (+1,517)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    38,940 miles
    Test number
    569849796571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,423 miles (+751)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    37,423 miles
    Test number
    526614918266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,672 miles (+1,694)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    36,672 miles
    Test number
    758065375086
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass34,978 miles (+1,838)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    34,978 miles
    Test number
    185158274063
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass33,140 miles (+2,031)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    33,140 miles
    Test number
    106838073495
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  17. Pass31,109 miles (+2,583)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    31,109 miles
    Test number
    798804472018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,526 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    28,526 miles
    Test number
    856322781097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Fail28,526 miles (+3,177)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,526 miles
    Test number
    976962081011
    • FailureNearside Rear Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • 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)

  20. Pass25,349 miles (+3,265)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    25,349 miles
    Test number
    243561480076
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

  21. Pass22,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    22,084 miles
    Test number
    161494389478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 BGW

Does L7 BGW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 BGW is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 BGW?
The MOT on L7 BGW is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 BGW done?
L7 BGW was recorded at 59,092 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 2,183 miles a year.
Has L7 BGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 BGW has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 BGW 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 BGW find?
L7 BGW passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: floor covers fitted.

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