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BMW M3

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 3,246 cc

L8 CNLMOT history

L8 CNL is a black petrol BMW M3 first used on 7 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 133,675 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

L8 CNL black 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 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
133,675 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,004 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 CNL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,246 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 CNL was last recorded at 133,675 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 4,173 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,502 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,173 miles
Average per year
6,004 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,675 miles
  • 2025 – 129,502 miles
  • 2024 – 123,825 miles
  • 2023 – 115,358 miles
  • 2022 – 110,296 miles
  • 2021 – 105,410 miles
  • 2019 – 96,478 miles
  • 2018 – 90,462 miles
  • 2017 – 84,925 miles
  • 2016 – 81,449 miles
  • 2015 – 78,015 miles
  • 2014 – 76,074 miles
  • 2013 – 71,742 miles
  • 2012 – 68,340 miles
  • 2011 – 62,103 miles
  • 2010 – 58,662 miles
  • 2009 – 54,887 miles
  • 2008 – 52,196 miles
  • 2007 – 45,459 miles
  • 2006 – 14,462 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,675 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,675 miles (+4,173)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    133,675 miles
    Test number
    562931573111
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass129,502 miles (+5,677)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    129,502 miles
    Test number
    919374497913
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass123,825 miles (+8,467)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    123,825 miles
    Test number
    101946884926
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass115,358 miles (+5,062)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    115,358 miles
    Test number
    182402811764
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass110,296 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    110,296 miles
    Test number
    517003944289
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail110,295 miles (+4,885)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,295 miles
    Test number
    285374683374
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass105,410 miles (+8,932)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    105,410 miles
    Test number
    158711647914
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass96,478 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    96,478 miles
    Test number
    108034129538
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail96,476 miles (+6,014)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,476 miles
    Test number
    692110854806
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass90,462 miles (+5,537)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    90,462 miles
    Test number
    532192471404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass84,925 miles (+3,476)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    84,925 miles
    Test number
    197915051125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass81,449 miles (+3,434)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    81,449 miles
    Test number
    268030783300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail78,015 miles3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,015 miles
    Test number
    595332075089
    • Repaired at testHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront discs lipped through wear

  14. Pass78,015 miles (+1,941)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    78,015 miles
    Test number
    936092875083
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront discs lipped through wear

  15. Pass76,074 miles (+4,332)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    76,074 miles
    Test number
    295637964067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass71,742 miles (+3,402)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    71,742 miles
    Test number
    825745173088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass68,340 miles (+6,237)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    68,340 miles
    Test number
    165750472461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,103 miles (+3,441)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    62,103 miles
    Test number
    605701271087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,662 miles (+3,775)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    58,662 miles
    Test number
    954048560092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,887 miles (+2,691)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    54,887 miles
    Test number
    982762279015
    • NoteCuts and cracks in both front tyre side walls
    • NoteUnder trays fitted

  21. Pass52,196 miles (+43)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    52,196 miles
    Test number
    841987308112
    • NoteCovers fitted under car
    • NoteCut in N/S/F tyre side wall
    • NoteFront tyres cracking and eorn low on edges of tread
    • NoteRear indicators fading

  22. Fail52,153 miles (+6,694)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,153 miles
    Test number
    660281708161
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCovers fitted under car
    • NoteCut in n/s/f tyre side wall
    • NoteFront tyres cracking and worn low on edges

  23. Pass45,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    45,459 miles
    Test number
    404617287038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail45,459 miles (+30,997)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,459 miles
    Test number
    150807887471
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteRear tyres worn low on edges

  25. Pass14,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    14,462 miles
    Test number
    381129786081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 CNL

Does L8 CNL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 CNL is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 CNL?
The MOT on L8 CNL is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 CNL done?
L8 CNL was recorded at 133,675 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 6,004 miles a year.
Has L8 CNL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 CNL has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on L8 CNL 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 L8 CNL find?
L8 CNL passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 4 more.

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