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BMW M3

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 3,246 cc

L7 TCTMOT history

L7 TCT is a silver petrol BMW M3 first used on 15 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 6 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 115,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2026.

L7 TCT silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Mar 2027
Mileage
115,280 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,716 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 TCT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
15 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 TCT was last recorded at 115,280 miles on 7 Mar 2026, 203 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,077 miles · 5 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
203 miles
Average per year
3,716 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,280 miles
  • 2024 – 115,077 miles
  • 2022 – 113,455 miles
  • 2021 – 112,264 miles
  • 2020 – 110,060 miles
  • 2019 – 106,894 miles
  • 2018 – 103,840 miles
  • 2017 – 102,117 miles
  • 2016 – 100,398 miles
  • 2015 – 98,118 miles
  • 2014 – 96,295 miles
  • 2013 – 94,760 miles
  • 2012 – 93,105 miles
  • 2011 – 90,073 miles
  • 2010 – 84,597 miles
  • 2009 – 73,692 miles
  • 2008 – 64,845 miles
  • 2007 – 51,961 miles
  • 2006 – 41,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,280 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded around petrol tank (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded around petrol tank (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

31 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,280 miles (+203)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    115,280 miles
    Test number
    563208218735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass115,077 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    115,077 miles
    Test number
    791310807888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail115,050 miles (+1,595)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,050 miles
    Test number
    766004554982
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass113,455 miles (+1,191)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    113,455 miles
    Test number
    994133019986
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

  5. Pass112,264 miles (+2,204)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    112,264 miles
    Test number
    105234288834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass110,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    110,060 miles
    Test number
    906681971487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail110,060 miles (+3,166)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,060 miles
    Test number
    949810883291
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

  8. Pass106,894 miles (+3,054)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    106,894 miles
    Test number
    185174814034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass103,840 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    103,840 miles
    Test number
    568086778951
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail103,832 miles (+1,715)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,832 miles
    Test number
    770597116669
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass102,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    102,117 miles
    Test number
    464833190255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail102,117 miles (+1,719)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,117 miles
    Test number
    316149917212
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass100,398 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    100,398 miles
    Test number
    668229587942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail100,390 miles (+2,272)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,390 miles
    Test number
    210482113639
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded

  15. Pass98,118 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    98,118 miles
    Test number
    814592154201
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded around petrol tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded around petrol tank (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail98,113 miles (+1,818)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,113 miles
    Test number
    696531096214
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded around petrol tank (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded around petrol tank (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass96,295 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    96,295 miles
    Test number
    406450284232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail96,292 miles (+1,532)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,292 miles
    Test number
    998134374240
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass94,760 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    94,760 miles
    Test number
    329075343215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail94,725 miles (+1,620)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,725 miles
    Test number
    699222443265
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass93,105 miles (+13)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    93,105 miles
    Test number
    175781442245
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteTPS warning light on

  22. Fail93,092 miles (+3,019)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,092 miles
    Test number
    805333232216
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteTPS warning light on

  23. Pass90,073 miles (+5,476)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    90,073 miles
    Test number
    489931481146
    • NoteNearside/offside rear brake dics corroed

  24. Pass84,597 miles (+10,905)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    84,597 miles
    Test number
    472395440127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass73,692 miles (+8,847)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    73,692 miles
    Test number
    680427559116
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteHeadlamp height sensor arm broken off(aims ok)!

  26. Pass64,845 miles (+303)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    64,845 miles
    Test number
    330454858161
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteHeadlamp height sensor arm broken off(aims ok)

  27. Fail64,542 miles (+12,581)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,542 miles
    Test number
    382045448154
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteHeadlamp height sensor arm broken off(aims ok)

  28. Pass51,961 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    51,961 miles
    Test number
    841643567190
    • NoteOil leak from diff

  29. Fail51,961 miles (+9,991)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,961 miles
    Test number
    962285857101
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak from diff

  30. Pass41,970 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    41,970 miles
    Test number
    702830376169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail41,968 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,968 miles
    Test number
    212936166192
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about L7 TCT

Does L7 TCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 TCT is valid until 6 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 TCT?
The MOT on L7 TCT is valid until 6 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 TCT done?
L7 TCT was recorded at 115,280 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2026, an average of 3,716 miles a year.
Has L7 TCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 TCT has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on L7 TCT 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 TCT find?
L7 TCT passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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