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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

L80 ACMMOT history

L80 ACM is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Apr 2010. Its MOT expired on 25 Nov 2022 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 142,611 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2022.

L80 ACM silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Nov 2022
Mileage
142,611 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2022
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,296 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L80 ACM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
7 Apr 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

L80 ACM was last recorded at 142,611 miles on 29 Nov 2022, 4,756 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,855 miles · 22 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
4,756 miles
Average per year
7,296 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 142,611 miles
  • 2021 – 137,855 miles
  • 2020 – 133,074 miles
  • 2019 – 128,568 miles
  • 2018 – 121,336 miles
  • 2017 – 113,882 miles
  • 2016 – 105,783 miles
  • 2015 – 94,344 miles
  • 2014 – 81,657 miles
  • 2013 – 73,579 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail142,611 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOther passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle boot (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 13 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail142,611 miles (+4,756)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,611 miles
    Test number
    629280227187
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOther passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle boot (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass137,855 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    137,855 miles
    Test number
    804384390881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail137,852 miles (+4,778)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,852 miles
    Test number
    810776297722
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass133,074 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    133,074 miles
    Test number
    805053998467
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Fail133,058 miles (+4,490)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,058 miles
    Test number
    992414326237
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted caliper retaining clip missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass128,568 miles (+7,232)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    128,568 miles
    Test number
    550798960025
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass121,336 miles (+7,454)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    121,336 miles
    Test number
    980128255572
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass113,882 miles (+8,099)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    113,882 miles
    Test number
    494229173566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass105,783 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    105,783 miles
    Test number
    605465298001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail105,781 miles (+11,437)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,781 miles
    Test number
    939712805301
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass94,344 miles (+12,687)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    94,344 miles
    Test number
    643599132848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail81,657 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,657 miles
    Test number
    817554864134
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  13. Pass81,657 miles (+8,078)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    81,657 miles
    Test number
    905514864192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,579 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    73,579 miles
    Test number
    367444763136
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge.
  15. Fail73,579 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,579 miles
    Test number
    259844963415
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge.

Questions about L80 ACM

Does L80 ACM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L80 ACM expired on 25 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L80 ACM?
The MOT on L80 ACM expired on 25 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L80 ACM done?
L80 ACM was recorded at 142,611 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2022, an average of 7,296 miles a year.
Has L80 ACM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L80 ACM has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on L80 ACM 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 L80 ACM find?
L80 ACM failed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2022 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front position lamp not working; offside rear shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak; offside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 6 more.

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