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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LR13 LHCMOT history

LR13 LHC is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 197,440 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

LR13 LHC black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
197,440 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
13,854 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR13 LHC
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
9 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR13 LHC was last recorded at 197,440 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,398 miles · 7 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
13,854 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 197,440 miles
  • 2025 – 188,985 miles
  • 2024 – 173,185 miles
  • 2023 – 154,455 miles
  • 2022 – 139,368 miles
  • 2021 – 126,016 miles
  • 2020 – 117,751 miles
  • 2019 – 108,463 miles
  • 2018 – 95,639 miles
  • 2017 – 77,598 miles
  • 2016 – 51,599 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,440 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside N/S/F & O/S/R tyre`s low on edgesRecorded 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 29 Mar 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,440 miles (+42)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    197,440 miles
    Test number
    565557731451
    • AdvisoryOffside N/S/F & O/S/R tyre`s low on edges

  2. Fail197,398 miles (+8,413)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,398 miles
    Test number
    590597678006
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working Sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Droplink (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside N/S/F & O/S/R tyre`s low on edges

  3. Pass188,985 miles (+15,800)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    188,985 miles
    Test number
    375025970734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass173,185 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    173,185 miles
    Test number
    695686726593
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides wearing on inner (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail173,185 miles (+18,730)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,185 miles
    Test number
    859784458808
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides wearing on inner (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass154,455 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    154,455 miles
    Test number
    838442851810
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail154,455 miles (+15,087)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,455 miles
    Test number
    884609675764
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass139,368 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    139,368 miles
    Test number
    499907865120
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear tyre`s bald inner edges
    • AdvisoryTyre`s have various cut`s with stone`s in tread`s

  9. Fail139,368 miles (+13,352)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,368 miles
    Test number
    909078604616
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Position lamp not working Sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear tyre`s bald inner edges
    • AdvisoryTyre`s have various cut`s with stone`s in tread`s

  10. Pass126,016 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    126,016 miles
    Test number
    972047598575
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail126,016 miles (+8,265)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,016 miles
    Test number
    814029226422
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass117,751 miles (+9,288)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    117,751 miles
    Test number
    752988656367
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass108,463 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    108,463 miles
    Test number
    403315431196
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both cracking on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both wearing outer edges and 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod has slight play

  14. Fail108,463 miles (+12,824)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,463 miles
    Test number
    601299394203
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both cracking on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both wearing outer edges and 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod has slight play

  15. Pass95,639 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    95,639 miles
    Test number
    155011987805
    • AdvisoryDiff wet
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre`s low & bald inner edges

  16. Fail95,639 miles (+18,041)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,639 miles
    Test number
    231079150288
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryDiff wet
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre`s low & bald inner edges

  17. Pass77,598 miles (+9,388)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    77,598 miles
    Test number
    807622441011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass68,210 miles (+16,611)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    68,210 miles
    Test number
    343748507739
    • AdvisorySlight play O/S of steering rack

  19. Pass51,599 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    51,599 miles
    Test number
    399027483119
    • AdvisoryN/S/F tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryTwo nails in O/S/R tyre

Questions about LR13 LHC

Does LR13 LHC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR13 LHC is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR13 LHC?
The MOT on LR13 LHC is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR13 LHC done?
LR13 LHC was recorded at 197,440 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 13,854 miles a year.
Has LR13 LHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR13 LHC has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LR13 LHC 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 LHC find?
LR13 LHC passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: offside n/s/f & o/s/r tyre`s low on edges.

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