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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,896 cc

L99 BMMMOT history

L99 BMM is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 30 Apr 2023 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 97,962 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2022.

L99 BMM blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Apr 2023
Mileage
97,962 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2022
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L99 BMM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L99 BMM was last recorded at 97,962 miles on 30 Apr 2022, 110 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2019.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Sept 2019: 97,852 miles, lower than 159,664 miles on 7 Mar 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
97,852 miles · 17 Sept 2019
Between the last two tests
110 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 97,962 miles
  • 2019 – 97,852 miles
  • 2018 – 159,664 miles
  • 2016 – 150,043 miles
  • 2015 – 140,836 miles
  • 2014 – 132,107 miles
  • 2013 – 128,893 miles
  • 2012 – 126,079 miles
  • 2010 – 124,833 miles
  • 2009 – 119,994 miles
  • 2008 – 116,731 miles
  • 2007 – 111,032 miles
  • 2006 – 103,507 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,962 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass97,962 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    97,962 miles
    Test number
    794122083323
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail97,962 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,962 miles
    Test number
    811176337128
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    633044867199
    • AdvisoryRear seats and belts removed

  4. Pass97,852 miles (-61,812)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    97,852 miles
    Test number
    137148759463
    • AdvisoryColour change from blue to grey (primered body)
    • AdvisoryCustomer notified engine swap from 1.8 to 2.5 including odometer to allow engine function
    • AdvisoryRear seats and seat belts removed

  5. Pass159,664 miles (+9,621)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    159,664 miles
    Test number
    174174525237
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear x 2 (3.6.B.2c)

  6. Pass150,043 miles (+9,207)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    150,043 miles
    Test number
    482215348085
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass140,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    140,836 miles
    Test number
    137439245097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail140,836 miles (+8,729)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,836 miles
    Test number
    487365445040
    • FailureNearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

  9. Pass132,107 miles (+3,214)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    132,107 miles
    Test number
    486554914028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass128,893 miles (+2,814)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    128,893 miles
    Test number
    475314913182
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Pass126,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    126,079 miles
    Test number
    345157542077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail126,079 miles (+1,246)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,079 miles
    Test number
    145307042404
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  13. Pass124,833 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    124,833 miles
    Test number
    150576310383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail124,809 miles (+4,815)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,809 miles
    Test number
    471436500406
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass119,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    119,994 miles
    Test number
    523836509216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail119,994 miles (+3,263)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,994 miles
    Test number
    232673009220
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass116,731 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    116,731 miles
    Test number
    384354408403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail116,696 miles (+5,664)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,696 miles
    Test number
    360660808430
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass111,032 miles (+132)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    111,032 miles
    Test number
    591477717147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail110,900 miles (+7,393)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,900 miles
    Test number
    220646807469
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Pass103,507 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    103,507 miles
    Test number
    253844286024
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L99 BMM

Does L99 BMM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L99 BMM expired on 30 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L99 BMM?
The MOT on L99 BMM expired on 30 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L99 BMM done?
L99 BMM was recorded at 97,962 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2022.
Has L99 BMM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L99 BMM has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on L99 BMM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Sept 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L99 BMM find?
L99 BMM passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2022 with 1 advisory: central front oil leak, but not excessive.

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