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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

L99 LHHMOT history

L99 LHH is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 192,372 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

L99 LHH black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
192,372 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,518 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L99 LHH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
10 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L99 LHH was last recorded at 192,372 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,371 miles · 22 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
7,518 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 192,372 miles
  • 2024 – 182,417 miles
  • 2023 – 175,371 miles
  • 2022 – 172,530 miles
  • 2020 – 163,220 miles
  • 2019 – 151,447 miles
  • 2018 – 144,232 miles
  • 2017 – 143,347 miles
  • 2016 – 136,080 miles
  • 2015 – 128,395 miles
  • 2014 – 119,548 miles
  • 2013 – 111,482 miles
  • 2012 – 99,161 miles
  • 2011 – 92,736 miles
  • 2010 – 82,430 miles
  • 2009 – 65,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,372 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both cloudy

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn bushes worn or cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Corrosion throughout

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass192,372 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    192,372 miles
    Test number
    468153580730
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail192,371 miles (+425)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,371 miles
    Test number
    282685589469
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail191,946 miles (+9,529)1 dangerous8 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,946 miles
    Test number
    233184435845
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury jagged edge bumper and protruding slightly (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both lamps cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy damaged and leak in that area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront oil temp not visible on emission test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth close to cords (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play close to maximum allowed (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes cracking and deteriorating throughout vehicle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on components

  4. Pass182,417 miles (+339)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    182,417 miles
    Test number
    422043491276
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn bushes worn or cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion throughout

  5. Fail182,078 miles (+6,707)6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,078 miles
    Test number
    159176190100
    • MajorFront Body component damaged and likely to cause injury nsf corner and lower centre jagged edges (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine oil leaking onto exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn bushes worn or cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion throughout

  6. Pass175,371 miles (+2,841)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    175,371 miles
    Test number
    650257705182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass172,530 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    172,530 miles
    Test number
    278072392644
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components and area corroded
    • AdvisorySigns of oil leak

  8. Fail172,530 miles (+9,310)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,530 miles
    Test number
    307672604883
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components and area corroded
    • AdvisorySigns of oil leak

  9. Pass163,220 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    163,220 miles
    Test number
    748248127049
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail163,220 miles (+11,773)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,220 miles
    Test number
    222960842324
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass151,447 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    151,447 miles
    Test number
    999897327353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail151,443 miles (+7,211)7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,443 miles
    Test number
    104467635347
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear outer pin/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear outer pin/bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass144,232 miles (+885)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    144,232 miles
    Test number
    856200047321
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush/bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush/bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass143,347 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    143,347 miles
    Test number
    146734262937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail143,345 miles (+7,265)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,345 miles
    Test number
    893159083370
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass136,080 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    136,080 miles
    Test number
    137316532540
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  17. Fail136,080 miles (+7,685)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,080 miles
    Test number
    981141894960
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  18. Pass128,395 miles7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    128,395 miles
    Test number
    277021225444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteProp-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  19. Fail128,393 miles (+8,845)1 dangerous2 failures1 repaired7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,393 miles
    Test number
    439371725180
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteProp-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  20. Pass119,548 miles (+8,066)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    119,548 miles
    Test number
    405129994096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass111,482 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    111,482 miles
    Test number
    228271423179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail111,480 miles (+12,319)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,480 miles
    Test number
    396176813107
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  23. Pass99,161 miles (+6,425)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    99,161 miles
    Test number
    338762062007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass92,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    92,736 miles
    Test number
    189011611178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail92,736 miles (+10,306)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,736 miles
    Test number
    596921511188
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  26. Pass82,430 miles (+16,506)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    82,430 miles
    Test number
    894323510115
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass65,924 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    65,924 miles
    Test number
    402738759009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about L99 LHH

Does L99 LHH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L99 LHH is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L99 LHH?
The MOT on L99 LHH is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L99 LHH done?
L99 LHH was recorded at 192,372 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 7,518 miles a year.
Has L99 LHH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L99 LHH has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L99 LHH 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 L99 LHH find?
L99 LHH passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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