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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

L8 OSEMOT history

L8 OSE is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Nov 2015. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 78,548 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

L8 OSE grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
78,548 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,956 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 OSE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
26 Nov 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 OSE was last recorded at 78,548 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 11,466 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
67,082 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
11,466 miles
Average per year
7,956 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,548 miles
  • 2025 – 67,082 miles
  • 2024 – 60,624 miles
  • 2023 – 50,733 miles
  • 2022 – 39,140 miles
  • 2021 – 37,360 miles
  • 2020 – 31,411 miles
  • 2019 – 23,368 miles
  • 2018 – 19,559 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,548 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear diff minor oil weap
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing edges (5.2.3 (e))

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 diff weeping

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

13 tests since 24 Oct 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,548 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    78,548 miles
    Test number
    243984997726
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear diff minor oil weap
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail78,548 miles (+11,466)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,548 miles
    Test number
    691052396704
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear diff minor oil weap
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass67,082 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    67,082 miles
    Test number
    396944099809
    • AdvisoryRear diff weeping

  4. Fail67,082 miles (+6,458)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,082 miles
    Test number
    524246793330
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear diff weeping

  5. Pass60,624 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    60,624 miles
    Test number
    711220542970
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear diff weeping

  6. Fail60,622 miles (+9,889)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,622 miles
    Test number
    623858412450
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear diff weeping

  7. Pass50,733 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    50,733 miles
    Test number
    180406463095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail50,732 miles (+11,592)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,732 miles
    Test number
    786664154809
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass39,140 miles (+1,780)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    39,140 miles
    Test number
    569287707052
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass37,360 miles (+5,949)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    37,360 miles
    Test number
    440311242256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut In Tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer Edge Worn (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass31,411 miles (+8,043)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    31,411 miles
    Test number
    728511182591
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass23,368 miles (+3,809)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    23,368 miles
    Test number
    733937848929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass19,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    19,559 miles
    Test number
    826288898287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 OSE

Does L8 OSE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 OSE is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 OSE?
The MOT on L8 OSE is valid until 24 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 OSE done?
L8 OSE was recorded at 78,548 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 7,956 miles a year.
Has L8 OSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 OSE has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 OSE 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 OSE find?
L8 OSE passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear diff minor oil weap; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing edges.

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