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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LR13 HMJMOT history

LR13 HMJ is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 193,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

LR13 HMJ 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 4 May 2027
Mileage
193,970 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
14,265 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR13 HMJ
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
5 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR13 HMJ was last recorded at 193,970 miles on 5 May 2026, 387 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,583 miles · 22 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
387 miles
Average per year
14,265 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,970 miles
  • 2025 – 182,652 miles
  • 2023 – 167,087 miles
  • 2022 – 149,532 miles
  • 2021 – 134,094 miles
  • 2020 – 106,040 miles
  • 2019 – 85,701 miles
  • 2018 – 72,120 miles
  • 2017 – 61,563 miles
  • 2016 – 53,038 miles
  • 2015 – 45,797 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,970 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Heavily worn from outer edge not long before cords are exposed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

16 tests since 15 Dec 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,970 miles (+387)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    193,970 miles
    Test number
    610864481550
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail193,583 miles (+10,931)3 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,583 miles
    Test number
    371689697493
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass182,652 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    182,652 miles
    Test number
    435684105338
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail182,652 miles (+15,565)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,652 miles
    Test number
    484208520139
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass167,087 miles (+17,555)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    167,087 miles
    Test number
    198662322997
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass149,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    149,532 miles
    Test number
    181019010852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail149,532 miles (+15,438)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,532 miles
    Test number
    158177286016
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass134,094 miles (+28,054)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    134,094 miles
    Test number
    662108502639
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass106,040 miles (+20,339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    106,040 miles
    Test number
    985311409723
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass85,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    85,701 miles
    Test number
    557502603731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail85,701 miles (+13,581)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,701 miles
    Test number
    644890960475
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front day lamp not working

  12. Pass72,120 miles (+10,557)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    72,120 miles
    Test number
    759197464574
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside front daytime running light not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass61,563 miles (+8,525)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    61,563 miles
    Test number
    151934357873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,038 miles (+7,241)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    53,038 miles
    Test number
    219963132426
    • AdvisoryEngine Cover and Under Tray Fitted

  15. Pass45,797 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    45,797 miles
    Test number
    844184287394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Heavily worn from outer edge not long before cords are exposed

  16. Fail45,797 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,797 miles
    Test number
    463965876578
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords MICHELIN ENERGY SAVER 205/60/R16(92W) (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Heavily worn from outer edge not long before cords are exposed

Questions about LR13 HMJ

Does LR13 HMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR13 HMJ is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR13 HMJ?
The MOT on LR13 HMJ is valid until 4 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR13 HMJ done?
LR13 HMJ was recorded at 193,970 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 14,265 miles a year.
Has LR13 HMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR13 HMJ has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LR13 HMJ 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 LR13 HMJ find?
LR13 HMJ passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive.

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