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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LN13 CLYMOT history

LN13 CLY is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 98,008 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

LN13 CLY black 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 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
98,008 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,950 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LN13 CLY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
5 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LN13 CLY was last recorded at 98,008 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 5,603 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,405 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,603 miles
Average per year
4,950 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,008 miles
  • 2025 – 92,405 miles
  • 2024 – 88,796 miles
  • 2023 – 84,279 miles
  • 2022 – 80,525 miles
  • 2020 – 77,709 miles
  • 2019 – 67,258 miles
  • 2018 – 59,718 miles
  • 2017 – 57,202 miles
  • 2016 – 48,665 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,008 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,008 miles (+5,603)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    98,008 miles
    Test number
    259441931776
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass92,405 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    92,405 miles
    Test number
    245874604044
    • AdvisoryFront both front covers missing on headlight cleaning units
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail92,405 miles (+3,609)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,405 miles
    Test number
    111595726278
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass88,796 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    88,796 miles
    Test number
    247949419483
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail88,796 miles (+4,517)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,796 miles
    Test number
    885815801783
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass84,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    84,279 miles
    Test number
    587991540231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail84,279 miles (+3,754)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,279 miles
    Test number
    201101305760
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass80,525 miles (+2,816)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    80,525 miles
    Test number
    227164329446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,709 miles (+10,451)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    77,709 miles
    Test number
    482117863918
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass67,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    67,258 miles
    Test number
    398682455624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail67,258 miles (+7,540)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,258 miles
    Test number
    126981158755
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass59,718 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    59,718 miles
    Test number
    416492455556
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail59,718 miles (+2,516)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,718 miles
    Test number
    158243892969
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass57,202 miles (+8,537)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    57,202 miles
    Test number
    616421894434
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass48,665 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    48,665 miles
    Test number
    220933671935
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LN13 CLY

Does LN13 CLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LN13 CLY is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LN13 CLY?
The MOT on LN13 CLY is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LN13 CLY done?
LN13 CLY was recorded at 98,008 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 4,950 miles a year.
Has LN13 CLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LN13 CLY has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LN13 CLY 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 LN13 CLY find?
LN13 CLY passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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