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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LP13 NOFMOT history

LP13 NOF is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Aug 2013. Its MOT is valid until 13 Mar 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 159,725 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2026.

LP13 NOF 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 13 Mar 2027
Mileage
159,725 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,948 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP13 NOF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
12 Aug 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP13 NOF was last recorded at 159,725 miles on 14 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,724 miles · 12 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
8,948 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,725 miles
  • 2024 – 152,457 miles
  • 2023 – 144,378 miles
  • 2022 – 138,776 miles
  • 2021 – 131,322 miles
  • 2020 – 128,605 miles
  • 2019 – 122,462 miles
  • 2018 – 116,840 miles
  • 2017 – 95,175 miles
  • 2016 – 73,762 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,725 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn + cracks + small cut (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge worn + outer wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) strong advice to checkRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn + cracks (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side pipe corner swelled (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer sided wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight damage in outer sided wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 4 Aug 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,725 miles (+1)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    159,725 miles
    Test number
    920038344939
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn + cracks + small cut (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge worn + outer wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) strong advice to check
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn + cracks (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side pipe corner swelled (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail159,724 miles (+7,267)4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,724 miles
    Test number
    909867442012
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn + cracks + small cut (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge worn + outer wall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) strong advice to check
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn + cracks (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side pipe corner swelled (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass152,457 miles (+38)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    152,457 miles
    Test number
    710860424655
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer sided wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight damage in outer sided wall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail152,419 miles (+8,040)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,419 miles
    Test number
    517470508551
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured Cracked in spoked area and rim (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer sided wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slight damage in outer sided wall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass144,379 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    144,379 miles
    Test number
    407074472241
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. Fail144,378 miles (+5,602)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,378 miles
    Test number
    773646883602
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  7. Pass138,776 miles (+7,454)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    138,776 miles
    Test number
    183275826491
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  8. Pass131,322 miles (+2,717)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    131,322 miles
    Test number
    554428108526
    • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  9. Pass128,605 miles (+6,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    128,605 miles
    Test number
    804080881436
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  10. Pass122,462 miles (+5,622)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,462 miles
    Test number
    775545334212
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  11. Pass116,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    116,840 miles
    Test number
    564586893277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail116,840 miles (+21,665)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,840 miles
    Test number
    164411431456
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
  13. Pass95,175 miles (+21,413)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    95,175 miles
    Test number
    809156530014
    • AdvisoryAdvise coolant level low.
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  14. Pass73,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    73,762 miles
    Test number
    753431605365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail73,762 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,762 miles
    Test number
    375920349183
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about LP13 NOF

Does LP13 NOF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP13 NOF is valid until 13 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP13 NOF?
The MOT on LP13 NOF is valid until 13 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP13 NOF done?
LP13 NOF was recorded at 159,725 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2026, an average of 8,948 miles a year.
Has LP13 NOF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP13 NOF has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LP13 NOF 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 LP13 NOF find?
LP13 NOF passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2026 with 12 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn + cracks + small cut, and 9 more.

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