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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

L9 EBWMOT history

L9 EBW is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jun 2027 and it has passed 14 of 15 MOT tests, with 141,866 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2026.

L9 EBW grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jun 2027
Mileage
141,866 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2026
MOT tests
15
14 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,984 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L9 EBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
6 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L9 EBW was last recorded at 141,866 miles on 22 Jun 2026, 5,864 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
136,002 miles · 24 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
5,864 miles
Average per year
6,984 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,866 miles
  • 2025 – 136,002 miles
  • 2024 – 131,636 miles
  • 2023 – 126,240 miles
  • 2022 – 121,913 miles
  • 2021 – 116,576 miles
  • 2020 – 111,416 miles
  • 2019 – 107,251 miles
  • 2018 – 102,214 miles
  • 2017 – 96,627 miles
  • 2016 – 87,543 miles
  • 2014 – 62,347 miles
  • 2013 – 48,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,866 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 16 Feb 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,866 miles (+5,864)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    141,866 miles
    Test number
    378055668196
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass136,002 miles (+4,366)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    136,002 miles
    Test number
    335632522458
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pads corroded

  3. Pass131,636 miles (+5,396)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    131,636 miles
    Test number
    970744965902
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass126,240 miles (+4,327)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    126,240 miles
    Test number
    159799107431
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass121,913 miles (+5,337)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    121,913 miles
    Test number
    632114457917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass116,576 miles (+5,160)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    116,576 miles
    Test number
    271198718837
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass111,416 miles (+4,165)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    111,416 miles
    Test number
    581199920695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass107,251 miles (+5,037)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    107,251 miles
    Test number
    883131567198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass102,214 miles (+5,587)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    102,214 miles
    Test number
    743665836033
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Pass96,627 miles (+9,084)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    96,627 miles
    Test number
    312689651029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass87,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    87,543 miles
    Test number
    265261341367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. FailMileage not read1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    238510125405
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    378310125167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,347 miles (+13,679)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    62,347 miles
    Test number
    176399154010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,668 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    48,668 miles
    Test number
    167047943407
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 L9 EBW

Does L9 EBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L9 EBW is valid until 23 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L9 EBW?
The MOT on L9 EBW is valid until 23 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L9 EBW done?
L9 EBW was recorded at 141,866 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2026, an average of 6,984 miles a year.
Has L9 EBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L9 EBW has failed 1 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2015.
Has the mileage on L9 EBW 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 L9 EBW find?
L9 EBW passed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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