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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LG13 AXKMOT history

LG13 AXK is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 19 May 2013. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 158,736 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

LG13 AXK 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 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
158,736 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,162 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG13 AXK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
19 May 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LG13 AXK was last recorded at 158,736 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 87 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,649 miles · 22 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
87 miles
Average per year
11,162 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,736 miles
  • 2025 – 150,651 miles
  • 2024 – 139,290 miles
  • 2023 – 127,381 miles
  • 2022 – 114,630 miles
  • 2021 – 97,314 miles
  • 2019 – 89,738 miles
  • 2018 – 79,335 miles
  • 2017 – 64,860 miles
  • 2016 – 49,637 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,736 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 2mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/18

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/40/18

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 19 Apr 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,736 miles (+87)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    158,736 miles
    Test number
    112932963622
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail158,649 miles (+7,998)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,649 miles
    Test number
    261585116557
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass150,651 miles (+190)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    150,651 miles
    Test number
    446937394250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail150,461 miles (+11,171)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,461 miles
    Test number
    290576847989
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass139,290 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    139,290 miles
    Test number
    871082258539
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, worn inner edge (255 40 18) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm, worn inner edge ( 225 45 18) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail139,290 miles (+11,909)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,290 miles
    Test number
    133553847331
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn downward facing ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn upper facing ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, worn inner edge (255 40 18) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm, worn inner edge ( 225 45 18) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass127,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    127,381 miles
    Test number
    295811454133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail127,381 miles (+12,751)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,381 miles
    Test number
    235513182899
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass114,630 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    114,630 miles
    Test number
    834546800264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail114,610 miles (+17,296)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,610 miles
    Test number
    422383751524
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass97,314 miles (+7,576)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    97,314 miles
    Test number
    599697202227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass89,738 miles (+10,403)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    89,738 miles
    Test number
    718427297100
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass79,335 miles (+14,475)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    79,335 miles
    Test number
    806309912499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,860 miles (+15,223)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    64,860 miles
    Test number
    782843322562
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass49,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    49,637 miles
    Test number
    196117231429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail49,637 miles1 failure2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,637 miles
    Test number
    270323640812
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working side bulb (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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 LG13 AXK

Does LG13 AXK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG13 AXK is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LG13 AXK?
The MOT on LG13 AXK is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LG13 AXK done?
LG13 AXK was recorded at 158,736 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 11,162 miles a year.
Has LG13 AXK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG13 AXK has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LG13 AXK 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 LG13 AXK find?
LG13 AXK passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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