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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2010 · 2,993 cc

L8 PROMOT history

L8 PRO is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2010. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 104,585 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

L8 PRO white BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
104,585 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,947 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 PRO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
30 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 PRO was last recorded at 104,585 miles on 17 Sept 2026, 238 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,347 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
238 miles
Average per year
2,947 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,585 miles
  • 2025 – 104,347 miles
  • 2024 – 102,631 miles
  • 2023 – 102,072 miles
  • 2022 – 101,501 miles
  • 2021 – 100,831 miles
  • 2020 – 100,240 miles
  • 2019 – 96,933 miles
  • 2018 – 90,200 miles
  • 2017 – 85,262 miles
  • 2016 – 78,998 miles
  • 2014 – 71,253 miles
  • 2013 – 66,158 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,585 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 2 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    104,585 miles
    Test number
    200683336728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail104,585 miles (+238)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,585 miles
    Test number
    790855403007
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass104,347 miles (+1,716)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    104,347 miles
    Test number
    393890727181
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass102,631 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    102,631 miles
    Test number
    582103310627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail102,627 miles (+555)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,627 miles
    Test number
    395421355919
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  6. Pass102,072 miles (+571)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    102,072 miles
    Test number
    626065917787
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass101,501 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    101,501 miles
    Test number
    140563543384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail101,500 miles (+669)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,500 miles
    Test number
    511607064907
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass100,831 miles (+591)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    100,831 miles
    Test number
    880406506588
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel welding repair

  10. Pass100,240 miles (+3,307)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    100,240 miles
    Test number
    364666231531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,933 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    96,933 miles
    Test number
    507217138279
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail96,915 miles (+10)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,915 miles
    Test number
    513382377250
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator and below limit (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail96,905 miles (+6,705)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,905 miles
    Test number
    304890392581
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass90,200 miles (+4,938)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    90,200 miles
    Test number
    693776179478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass85,262 miles (+6,264)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    85,262 miles
    Test number
    823350704024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass78,998 miles (+7,745)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    78,998 miles
    Test number
    148177669267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass71,253 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    71,253 miles
    Test number
    376415164485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail71,249 miles (+5,091)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,249 miles
    Test number
    367329054483
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass66,158 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    66,158 miles
    Test number
    236325443237
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail66,158 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,158 miles
    Test number
    316635443452
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L8 PRO

Does L8 PRO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 PRO is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 PRO?
The MOT on L8 PRO is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 PRO done?
L8 PRO was recorded at 104,585 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2026, an average of 2,947 miles a year.
Has L8 PRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 PRO has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 PRO 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 PRO find?
L8 PRO passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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