BMW 3 Series
Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc
L7 RNOMOT history
L7 RNO is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 144,216 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 23 Mar 2027
- Mileage
- 144,216 mi
- At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
- MOT tests
- 28
- 19 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 6,972 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L7 RNO
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 3 Series
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,995 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 15 Jun 2005
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 24 Mar 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
L7 RNO was last recorded at 144,216 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 144,216 miles · 21 Mar 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 6,972 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 144,216 miles
- 2025 – 139,026 miles
- 2024 – 134,246 miles
- 2023 – 129,035 miles
- 2022 – 123,901 miles
- 2021 – 118,205 miles
- 2020 – 111,036 miles
- 2019 – 105,238 miles
- 2018 – 98,509 miles
- 2017 – 88,637 miles
- 2016 – 81,112 miles
- 2015 – 70,479 miles
- 2014 – 58,353 miles
- 2013 – 46,674 miles
- 2012 – 42,539 miles
- 2011 – 37,306 miles
- 2010 – 32,577 miles
- 2009 – 26,245 miles
- 2008 – 19,965 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass144,216 miles
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRear sub-frame corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryT p m onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryUnder engine cover damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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 Both Sides Outer Door Handles Slightly Defective, Function Not Affected
Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025
Covers & shields fitted
Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021
Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021
Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit
Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026
Covers + Shields Fitted
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
EML Illuminated Indicating a Fault (Pre 1st July 2008)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
28 tests since 28 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass144,216 miles2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Mar 2027
- Odometer
- 144,216 miles
- Test number
- 237066149475
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear sub-frame corroded
- AdvisoryT p m on
- AdvisoryUnder engine cover damaged
Fail144,216 miles (+5,190)4 major2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 144,216 miles
- Test number
- 223757066138
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCheck light on
- AdvisoryRear sub-frame corroded
- AdvisoryT p m on
- AdvisoryUnder engine cover damaged
Pass139,026 miles (+139)2 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Mar 2026
- Odometer
- 139,026 miles
- Test number
- 340865661955
- MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose Mirror Housing Heavily Taped, Advise to Change Soon to Prevent Further Damage (3.3 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCovers + Shields Fitted
- AdvisoryEML Illuminated Indicating a Fault (Pre 1st July 2008)
- AdvisoryEngine has Misfire, Advise for Further Inspection
- AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides Slightly Cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Door Handle Slightly Defective, Function Not Affected
- AdvisoryRear Both Sides Outer Door Handles Slightly Defective, Function Not Affected
- AdvisoryTPMS Light Illuminated
Fail138,887 miles (+4,641)2 major2 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 138,887 miles
- Test number
- 313455018864
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose Mirror Housing Heavily Taped, Advise to Change Soon to Prevent Further Damage (3.3 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCovers + Shields Fitted
- AdvisoryEML Illuminated Indicating a Fault (Pre 1st July 2008)
- AdvisoryEngine has Misfire, Advise for Further Inspection
- AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Sides Slightly Cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Door Handle Slightly Defective, Function Not Affected
- AdvisoryRear Both Sides Outer Door Handles Slightly Defective, Function Not Affected
- AdvisoryTPMS Light Illuminated
Pass134,246 miles2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- 134,246 miles
- Test number
- 309454968000
- MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCovers and Shields fitted
- AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides lens slightly cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Door handle defective, function not affected
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlight fixing bolt loose
- AdvisoryRear Boot struts not functioning as intended
- AdvisoryRear Both sides outer door handles slightly defective, function not affected
- AdvisoryTPMS light on dash
Fail134,246 miles (+5,211)1 dangerous8 major2 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 134,246 miles
- Test number
- 137204614981
- DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55R16 Tyre heavily worn on edges (BALD) (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
- MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCovers and Shields fitted
- AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides lens slightly cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Door handle defective, function not affected
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlight fixing bolt loose
- AdvisoryRear Boot struts not functioning as intended
- AdvisoryRear Both sides outer door handles slightly defective, function not affected
- AdvisoryTPMS light on dash
Pass129,035 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 129,035 miles
- Test number
- 145666518068
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All Visible (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slightly Cracked/Damaged (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Trailing Arm Bushes Slightly Deteriorated (Both Sides Marked With Yellow Chalk) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail129,035 miles (+5,134)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 129,035 miles
- Test number
- 676165516434
- DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Marked with Yellow Chalk - 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both Sides (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All Visible (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Slightly Cracked/Damaged (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Front Suspension Arm Bush Slightly Deteriorated (Both Sides) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily Worn Inner Edge - 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Trailing Arm Bushes Slightly Deteriorated (Both Sides Marked With Yellow Chalk) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass123,901 miles (+4)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 123,901 miles
- Test number
- 377030409863
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 1.6mm on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn below 1.6mm on edges and has cuts to tread (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Fail123,897 miles (+5,692)2 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 123,897 miles
- Test number
- 529763348445
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 1.6mm on edges. (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn below 1.6mm on edges and has cuts to tread (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass118,205 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 118,205 miles
- Test number
- 671238666377
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted
- AdvisoryEngine light on (pre july 2008)
Fail118,205 miles (+7,169)1 dangerous5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 118,205 miles
- Test number
- 112844426228
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2055516 (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2055516 (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted
- AdvisoryEngine light on (pre july 2008)
Pass111,036 miles (+5,798)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 111,036 miles
- Test number
- 988311097749
- AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all visible brake hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material damp with fluid,advise further inspection asap (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted
- AdvisoryEngine management light on
- AdvisoryWindscreen smeary
Pass105,238 miles (+6,729)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2020
- Odometer
- 105,238 miles
- Test number
- 988936894703
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted
- AdvisoryEngine light on( pre july 2008)
Pass98,509 miles (+44)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 98,509 miles
- Test number
- 844534803016
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front drivers sun visor missing
Fail98,465 miles (+9,828)3 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 98,465 miles
- Test number
- 962613812640
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' sun visor will not stay up (8.3.1b)
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryEml light on
Pass88,637 miles (+7,525)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jan 2018
- Odometer
- 88,637 miles
- Test number
- 616849976484
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass81,112 miles (+10,633)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 81,112 miles
- Test number
- 873306290468
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front alloy wheel slightly damaged
- AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
Pass70,479 miles3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 70,479 miles
- Test number
- 799968635071
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Fail70,479 miles (+12,126)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 70,479 miles
- Test number
- 247375735003
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteFront bumper insecure
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass58,353 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2015
- Odometer
- 58,353 miles
- Test number
- 127406634423
- 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)
Fail58,353 miles (+11,679)1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 58,353 miles
- Test number
- 797096534075
- Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- 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)
Pass46,674 miles (+4,135)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 46,674 miles
- Test number
- 605098333050
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass42,539 miles (+5,233)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 42,539 miles
- Test number
- 525882352132
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass37,306 miles (+4,729)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2012
- Odometer
- 37,306 miles
- Test number
- 486530741169
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass32,577 miles (+6,332)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 32,577 miles
- Test number
- 502984450108
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass26,245 miles (+6,280)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2010
- Odometer
- 26,245 miles
- Test number
- 330763559177
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Pass19,965 miles
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2009
- Odometer
- 19,965 miles
- Test number
- 501429948154
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about L7 RNO
- Does L7 RNO currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 RNO is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
- When is the MOT due on L7 RNO?
- The MOT on L7 RNO is valid until 23 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 RNO done?
- L7 RNO was recorded at 144,216 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 6,972 miles a year.
- Has L7 RNO ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L7 RNO has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2026.
- Has the mileage on L7 RNO 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 RNO find?
- L7 RNO passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear sub-frame corroded, and 2 more.
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