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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

L7 CEJMOT history

L7 CEJ is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 13 Aug 2025 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 143,236 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2024.

L7 CEJ silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Aug 2025
Mileage
143,236 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2024
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,856 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 CEJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
8 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 CEJ was last recorded at 143,236 miles on 14 Aug 2024, 2,213 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Jun 2010: 19,796 miles, lower than 75,699 miles on 9 Jun 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
141,023 miles · 28 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
2,213 miles
Average per year
4,856 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 143,236 miles
  • 2023 – 141,023 miles
  • 2022 – 139,759 miles
  • 2021 – 136,905 miles
  • 2019 – 132,409 miles
  • 2018 – 126,957 miles
  • 2017 – 118,340 miles
  • 2015 – 105,071 miles
  • 2014 – 98,988 miles
  • 2013 – 96,761 miles
  • 2012 – 96,584 miles
  • 2011 – 92,457 miles
  • 2010 – 19,796 miles
  • 2009 – 75,699 miles
  • 2008 – 63,177 miles
  • 2007 – 59,281 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,236 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • O/s/front tyre worn on edges +perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,236 miles (+2,213)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    143,236 miles
    Test number
    470344462545
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass141,023 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    141,023 miles
    Test number
    670046634068
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material undersealed both sides. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.

  3. Fail141,023 miles (+1,264)1 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,023 miles
    Test number
    925801803460
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material undersealed both sides. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass139,759 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    139,759 miles
    Test number
    828749737070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and o/s/r and perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail139,759 miles (+2,854)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,759 miles
    Test number
    984688694154
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour and o/s/f (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement and o/s/r and perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass136,905 miles (+4,496)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    136,905 miles
    Test number
    418949996003
    • AdvisoryLower Engine cover fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s/r, n/s/r, from middle to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass132,409 miles (+5,452)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    132,409 miles
    Test number
    162422183098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass126,957 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    126,957 miles
    Test number
    548756618714
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail126,924 miles (+8,584)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,924 miles
    Test number
    269981002801
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass118,340 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    118,340 miles
    Test number
    435962166819
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail118,340 miles (+13,269)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,340 miles
    Test number
    787570017576
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass105,071 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    105,071 miles
    Test number
    580839118759
    • AdvisoryO/s/front tyre worn on edges +perished

  13. Fail105,051 miles (+6,063)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,051 miles
    Test number
    699811157027
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/s/front tyre worn on edges +perished

  14. Pass98,988 miles2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    98,988 miles
    Test number
    177256894243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cut in tread
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread low on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner sidewall worn
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteRear brake discs rusty

  15. Fail98,988 miles (+2,227)1 failure2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,988 miles
    Test number
    677896394289
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cut in tread
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread low on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner sidewall worn
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing
    • NoteRear brake discs rusty

  16. Pass96,761 miles (+177)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    96,761 miles
    Test number
    256861693280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass96,584 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    96,584 miles
    Test number
    917552552133
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs badly corroded

  18. Fail96,584 miles (+4,127)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,584 miles
    Test number
    817432052125
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs badly corroded

  19. Pass92,457 miles (+72,661)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    92,457 miles
    Test number
    886332361192
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass19,796 miles (-55,903)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    19,796 miles
    Test number
    203732260410
    • NoteFront pads worn low and discs are lipped
    • NoteN/S/R tyre low on tread and valve broken off
    • NoteO/S/R shock absorber leaking oil
    • NoteRear pads worn low

  21. Pass75,699 miles (+12,522)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    75,699 miles
    Test number
    624620769161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteHandbrake requires adjustment

  22. Pass63,177 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    63,177 miles
    Test number
    242035068176
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Fail63,177 miles (+3,896)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,177 miles
    Test number
    393215868102
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass59,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    59,281 miles
    Test number
    502401627108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 CEJ

Does L7 CEJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L7 CEJ expired on 13 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L7 CEJ?
The MOT on L7 CEJ expired on 13 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L7 CEJ done?
L7 CEJ was recorded at 143,236 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2024, an average of 4,856 miles a year.
Has L7 CEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 CEJ has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on L7 CEJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Jun 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L7 CEJ find?
L7 CEJ passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and o/s/r; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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