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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc

L7 XLPMOT history

L7 XLP is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Mar 2006. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 104,348 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2025.

L7 XLP black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2026
Mileage
104,348 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,655 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 XLP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
25 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 XLP was last recorded at 104,348 miles on 6 Oct 2025, 3,126 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,222 miles · 7 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
3,126 miles
Average per year
4,655 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 104,348 miles
  • 2023 – 101,222 miles
  • 2022 – 92,612 miles
  • 2020 – 92,534 miles
  • 2017 – 92,262 miles
  • 2016 – 90,194 miles
  • 2015 – 84,968 miles
  • 2014 – 71,931 miles
  • 2013 – 60,047 miles
  • 2012 – 47,260 miles
  • 2011 – 41,623 miles
  • 2010 – 36,267 miles
  • 2009 – 27,447 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,348 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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))

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 rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • The fan belt is squeeking also the engine management light is on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,348 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    104,348 miles
    Test number
    341574764591
    • 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))

  2. Fail104,348 miles (+3,126)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,348 miles
    Test number
    196050382569
    • MajorRoad wheel fixing missing all wheels missing 1 bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Pass101,222 miles (+8,610)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    101,222 miles
    Test number
    569061821998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass92,612 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    92,612 miles
    Test number
    995455474534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass92,534 miles (+272)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    92,534 miles
    Test number
    760278754073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass92,262 miles (+2,068)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    92,262 miles
    Test number
    774743668534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass90,194 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    90,194 miles
    Test number
    538722160794
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted under vehicle obscuring inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryNearside registration plate lamp becoming dim
    • AdvisoryOffside front shock absorber gaiter deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil residue at offside front shock absorber
    • AdvisoryOil residue at rear of engine/gearbox
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted obscuring inspection of some components

  8. Fail90,194 miles (+5,226)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,194 miles
    Test number
    726104616803
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted under vehicle obscuring inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryNearside registration plate lamp becoming dim
    • AdvisoryOffside front shock absorber gaiter deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil residue at offside front shock absorber
    • AdvisoryOil residue at rear of engine/gearbox
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted obscuring inspection of some components

  9. Pass84,968 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    84,968 miles
    Test number
    129766142071
    • AdvisoryThe fan belt is squeeking also the engine management light is on

  10. Fail84,968 miles (+13,037)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,968 miles
    Test number
    992679202237
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to the brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to the brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryThe fan belt is squeeking also the engine management light is on

  11. Pass71,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    71,931 miles
    Test number
    285656094269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail71,929 miles (+11,882)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,929 miles
    Test number
    367886394428
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass60,047 miles (+4,425)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    60,047 miles
    Test number
    917835413353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    55,622 miles
    Test number
    248538493091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail55,622 miles (+8,362)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,622 miles
    Test number
    325838993008
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass47,260 miles (+196)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,260 miles
    Test number
    635804582010
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail47,064 miles (+5,441)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,064 miles
    Test number
    767297572055
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass41,623 miles (+5,356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    41,623 miles
    Test number
    168828171484
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass36,267 miles (+244)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    36,267 miles
    Test number
    290162180012
    • NoteOffside parking brake performance low

  20. Fail36,023 miles (+8,576)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,023 miles
    Test number
    774805970009
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  21. Pass27,447 miles (+301)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    27,447 miles
    Test number
    153323679078
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail27,146 miles1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,146 miles
    Test number
    114596869018
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L7 XLP

Does L7 XLP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L7 XLP expired on 5 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L7 XLP?
The MOT on L7 XLP expired on 5 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L7 XLP done?
L7 XLP was recorded at 104,348 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2025, an average of 4,655 miles a year.
Has L7 XLP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 XLP has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L7 XLP 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 XLP find?
L7 XLP passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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