BMW 3 Series
Black · Petrol · 1994 · 1,796 cc
L90 PDBMOT history
L90 PDB is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Jan 1994. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 214,720 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 17 Dec 2026
- Mileage
- 214,720 mi
- At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
- MOT tests
- 27
- 20 passed · 7 failed
- Per year
- 4,441 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L90 PDB
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 3 Series
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,796 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1994
- First used
- 4 Jan 1994
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 5 Dec 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
L90 PDB was last recorded at 214,720 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 2,824 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 211,896 miles · 25 Nov 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 2,824 miles
- Average per year
- 4,441 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 214,720 miles
- 2024 – 211,896 miles
- 2023 – 207,702 miles
- 2022 – 201,253 miles
- 2021 – 194,729 miles
- 2020 – 190,226 miles
- 2019 – 186,633 miles
- 2018 – 181,261 miles
- 2017 – 179,906 miles
- 2016 – 178,528 miles
- 2015 – 177,337 miles
- 2014 – 172,940 miles
- 2013 – 169,053 miles
- 2012 – 164,066 miles
- 2010 – 152,426 miles
- 2009 – 145,862 miles
- 2008 – 139,686 miles
- 2007 – 132,112 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass214,720 miles
No defects or advisories were recorded.
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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015
Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Both rear wheel arches corroding
Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018
Gearbox leaking oil
Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018
Oil leak
Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017
Full MOT history
27 tests since 30 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass214,720 miles (+2,824)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Dec 2026
- Odometer
- 214,720 miles
- Test number
- 400741689287
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass211,896 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Dec 2025
- Odometer
- 211,896 miles
- Test number
- 594253974356
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slightly Rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Fail211,891 miles (+4,189)5 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 211,891 miles
- Test number
- 153926345581
- MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slightly Rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Pass207,702 miles (+6,449)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Dec 2024
- Odometer
- 207,702 miles
- Test number
- 114692653562
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Pass201,253 miles1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2023
- Odometer
- 201,253 miles
- Test number
- 405548752532
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Fail201,253 miles (+6,524)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 201,253 miles
- Test number
- 554718843711
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass194,729 miles (+4,503)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2022
- Odometer
- 194,729 miles
- Test number
- 325755604603
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass190,226 miles (+9)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 190,226 miles
- Test number
- 323498817210
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail190,217 miles (+3,584)1 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 190,217 miles
- Test number
- 218164466806
- MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass186,633 miles (+1,837)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 186,633 miles
- Test number
- 806915145182
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass184,796 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jun 2020
- Odometer
- 184,796 miles
- Test number
- 508943732128
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin NS/OS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail184,796 miles (+3,535)2 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 184,796 miles
- Test number
- 920347263448
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin NS/OS (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass181,261 miles (+1,355)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 181,261 miles
- Test number
- 407749833269
- AdvisoryBoth front suspension bushes have slight movement in them
- AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroding
- AdvisoryGearbox leaking oil
- AdvisoryN/s/f shock corroding
- AdvisoryO/s/f shock has misting of oil
- AdvisoryO/s/r tyre sidewall cracking
- AdvisoryRear chassis corroding
- AdvisorySteering rack has slight seepage of fluid
Pass179,906 miles (+1,378)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 179,906 miles
- Test number
- 125977591909
- AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroding
- AdvisoryGearbox leak
- AdvisoryN/s/r wheel arch corroding
- AdvisoryO/s/r wheel arch corroding
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisorySlight power steering leak
Pass178,528 miles (+1,191)15 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 178,528 miles
- Test number
- 808426567574
- AdvisoryBoth rear subframe bushes deteriorating
- AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroding
- AdvisoryBrake pipes from the servo corroding
- AdvisoryGearbox leaking oil
- AdvisoryMovement in the o/s inner steering arm ball joint
- AdvisoryN/s/f coil spring corroding
- AdvisoryN/s/f wishbone ball joint dust cover spilt but still keeps the dirt out
- AdvisoryN/s/f wishbone rear bush has slight movement init
- AdvisoryO/s/f brake pipe corroding
- AdvisoryO/s/f coil spring corroding
- AdvisoryO/s/f shock absorber misting of oil
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisorySlight exhaust blow from the front of the engine
- AdvisorySlight leak from the steering rack
- AdvisoryWipers smear screen
Pass177,337 miles (+4,397)4 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 177,337 miles
- Test number
- 129827155150
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
- NoteGear box leaking fluid
- NoteO/s/r tyre's sideall cracking
Pass172,940 miles (+4)
- MOT expiry
- 18 Jun 2015
- Odometer
- 172,940 miles
- Test number
- 138960174133
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail172,936 miles (+3,883)4 dangerous1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 172,936 miles
- Test number
- 656310564185
- DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
Pass169,053 miles (+4,987)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 169,053 miles
- Test number
- 225471763490
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- NoteN/s/r tyre poor condition sidewall
Pass164,066 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jun 2013
- Odometer
- 164,066 miles
- Test number
- 379635042111
No defects or advisories recorded.
PassMileage not read3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jun 2012
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 205872051460
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass152,426 miles (+6,564)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 152,426 miles
- Test number
- 332773050110
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass145,862 miles
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 145,862 miles
- Test number
- 514535509186
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail145,862 miles (+6,176)6 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 145,862 miles
- Test number
- 231734309475
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Pass139,686 miles
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2009
- Odometer
- 139,686 miles
- Test number
- 292858808103
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail139,686 miles (+7,574)7 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 139,686 miles
- Test number
- 902088408142
- Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Pass132,112 miles8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Apr 2008
- Odometer
- 132,112 miles
- Test number
- 863470427159
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Questions about L90 PDB
- Does L90 PDB currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 PDB is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
- When is the MOT due on L90 PDB?
- The MOT on L90 PDB is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has L90 PDB done?
- L90 PDB was recorded at 214,720 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 4,441 miles a year.
- Has L90 PDB ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L90 PDB has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2024.
- Has the mileage on L90 PDB 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 L90 PDB find?
- L90 PDB passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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