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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

L80 EWRMOT history

L80 EWR is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 186,735 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

L80 EWR black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
186,735 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,347 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L80 EWR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
12 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L80 EWR was last recorded at 186,735 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 6,573 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,162 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,573 miles
Average per year
11,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 186,735 miles
  • 2025 – 180,162 miles
  • 2024 – 171,369 miles
  • 2023 – 163,703 miles
  • 2022 – 154,633 miles
  • 2021 – 144,094 miles
  • 2020 – 132,155 miles
  • 2019 – 121,726 miles
  • 2018 – 111,725 miles
  • 2016 – 101,326 miles
  • 2015 – 68,345 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,735 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 7 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,735 miles (+6,573)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    186,735 miles
    Test number
    487321972162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass180,162 miles (+8,793)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    180,162 miles
    Test number
    983838293771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass171,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    171,369 miles
    Test number
    855385605599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail171,368 miles (+7,665)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,368 miles
    Test number
    468965970817
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass163,703 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    163,703 miles
    Test number
    615011139469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail163,649 miles (+9,016)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,649 miles
    Test number
    914167564003
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass154,633 miles (+10,539)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    154,633 miles
    Test number
    639244043449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass144,094 miles (+119)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    144,094 miles
    Test number
    836743932469
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail143,975 miles (+11,820)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,975 miles
    Test number
    110531067389
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass132,155 miles (+10,429)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    132,155 miles
    Test number
    285880458231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass121,726 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    121,726 miles
    Test number
    189597828113
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer child seat fitted so adult seat belt not fully tested
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer child seat fitted so adult seat belt not fully tested
  12. Fail121,726 miles (+10,001)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,726 miles
    Test number
    288533189803
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working mirror repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer child seat fitted so adult seat belt not fully tested
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer child seat fitted so adult seat belt not fully tested
  13. Pass111,725 miles (+10,399)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    111,725 miles
    Test number
    636713455224
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on edges
  14. Pass101,326 miles (+32,981)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    101,326 miles
    Test number
    938043407169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    68,345 miles
    Test number
    932555985429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail68,345 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,345 miles
    Test number
    554636859827
    • FailureSteering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Questions about L80 EWR

Does L80 EWR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L80 EWR is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L80 EWR?
The MOT on L80 EWR is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L80 EWR done?
L80 EWR was recorded at 186,735 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 11,347 miles a year.
Has L80 EWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L80 EWR has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L80 EWR 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 EWR find?
L80 EWR passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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