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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

L7 SLUMOT history

L7 SLU is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 171,467 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

L7 SLU 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 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
171,467 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,051 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 SLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 SLU was last recorded at 171,467 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 8,289 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,178 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
8,289 miles
Average per year
9,051 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,467 miles
  • 2025 – 163,178 miles
  • 2023 – 147,694 miles
  • 2022 – 146,915 miles
  • 2021 – 136,663 miles
  • 2020 – 131,237 miles
  • 2018 – 112,950 miles
  • 2017 – 97,825 miles
  • 2016 – 86,560 miles
  • 2015 – 70,339 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,467 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside 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))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront anti roll bar link boots perished

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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 8 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,467 miles (+8,289)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    171,467 miles
    Test number
    523165335948
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront anti roll bar link boots perished

  2. Pass163,178 miles (+15,484)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    163,178 miles
    Test number
    271012853203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass147,694 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    147,694 miles
    Test number
    245283174846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail147,694 miles (+779)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,694 miles
    Test number
    795283960748
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass146,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    146,915 miles
    Test number
    872164818151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail146,915 miles (+10,252)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,915 miles
    Test number
    344185994111
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass136,663 miles (+5,426)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    136,663 miles
    Test number
    576119984909
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass131,237 miles (+92)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    131,237 miles
    Test number
    576417903149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail131,145 miles (+18,195)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,145 miles
    Test number
    981849816978
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass112,950 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    112,950 miles
    Test number
    618319673336
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s reflector in bumper missing(reflectors built into lens also),under trays fitted

  11. Fail112,950 miles (+15,125)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,950 miles
    Test number
    645890870016
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s reflector in bumper missing(reflectors built into lens also),under trays fitted

  12. Pass97,825 miles (+11,265)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    97,825 miles
    Test number
    509799339882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,560 miles (+16,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    86,560 miles
    Test number
    449309759420
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass70,339 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    70,339 miles
    Test number
    318699785192
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail70,337 miles2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,337 miles
    Test number
    347879985121
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about L7 SLU

Does L7 SLU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 SLU is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 SLU?
The MOT on L7 SLU is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 SLU done?
L7 SLU was recorded at 171,467 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 9,051 miles a year.
Has L7 SLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 SLU has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2023.
Has the mileage on L7 SLU 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 SLU find?
L7 SLU passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts, and 1 more.

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