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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,494 cc

L90 WANMOT history

L90 WAN is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 76,843 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2026.

L90 WAN blue 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 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
76,843 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 WAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
13 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 WAN was last recorded at 76,843 miles on 25 Apr 2026, 301 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,542 miles · 19 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
301 miles
Average per year
1,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,843 miles
  • 2024 – 76,542 miles
  • 2022 – 76,390 miles
  • 2021 – 75,981 miles
  • 2017 – 75,492 miles
  • 2016 – 73,763 miles
  • 2014 – 73,480 miles
  • 2013 – 73,100 miles
  • 2012 – 72,179 miles
  • 2011 – 70,793 miles
  • 2010 – 66,966 miles
  • 2009 – 62,170 miles
  • 2008 – 56,062 miles
  • 2007 – 53,205 miles
  • 2006 – 49,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,843 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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Handbrake 16%

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 27 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,843 miles (+301)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    76,843 miles
    Test number
    833363457127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass76,542 miles (+152)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    76,542 miles
    Test number
    412494755762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass76,390 miles (+409)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    76,390 miles
    Test number
    234038790525
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake 16%

  4. Pass75,981 miles (+489)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    75,981 miles
    Test number
    373451379062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake 16%

  5. Pass75,492 miles (+1,729)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    75,492 miles
    Test number
    692803896090
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  6. Pass73,763 miles (+283)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    73,763 miles
    Test number
    403066175918
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  7. Pass73,480 miles (+380)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    73,480 miles
    Test number
    328640904459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  8. Pass73,100 miles (+921)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    73,100 miles
    Test number
    915751203236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    72,179 miles
    Test number
    236759912149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail72,179 miles (+1,386)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,179 miles
    Test number
    778669712137
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

  11. Pass70,793 miles (+3,827)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    70,793 miles
    Test number
    469529801125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    66,966 miles
    Test number
    223671210169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail66,966 miles (+4,796)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,966 miles
    Test number
    803220810163
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass62,170 miles (+6,108)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    62,170 miles
    Test number
    343867209136
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass56,062 miles (+2,857)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    56,062 miles
    Test number
    334748608100
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass53,205 miles (+4,162)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    53,205 miles
    Test number
    971540317113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    49,043 miles
    Test number
    414287826079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 WAN

Does L90 WAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 WAN is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 WAN?
The MOT on L90 WAN is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 WAN done?
L90 WAN was recorded at 76,843 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2026, an average of 1,373 miles a year.
Has L90 WAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 WAN has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2012.
Has the mileage on L90 WAN 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 WAN find?
L90 WAN passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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