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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LR13 LHMMOT history

LR13 LHM is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 2 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 168,306 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2026.

LR13 LHM 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 2 Apr 2027
Mileage
168,306 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,115 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR13 LHM
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 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR13 LHM was last recorded at 168,306 miles on 3 Apr 2026, 14,888 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Mar 2022: 123,721 miles, lower than 123,730 miles on 1 Mar 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
153,418 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
14,888 miles
Average per year
10,115 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,306 miles
  • 2025 – 153,418 miles
  • 2024 – 144,676 miles
  • 2023 – 137,093 miles
  • 2022 – 123,721 miles
  • 2021 – 117,209 miles
  • 2020 – 112,870 miles
  • 2019 – 104,837 miles
  • 2018 – 96,883 miles
  • 2017 – 89,702 miles
  • 2016 – 67,310 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,306 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryInterior mirror missing

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 8 Apr 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,306 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    168,306 miles
    Test number
    709084981891
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryInterior mirror missing
  2. Fail168,306 miles (+14,888)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,306 miles
    Test number
    778995251913
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryInterior mirror missing
  3. Pass153,418 miles (+8,742)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    153,418 miles
    Test number
    737167296846
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
  4. Pass144,676 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    144,676 miles
    Test number
    440354339210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail144,675 miles (+7,582)1 dangerous7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,675 miles
    Test number
    403511759997
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both bulbs fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working wing mirror indicator (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wear indicator on on dash
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass137,093 miles (+13,372)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    137,093 miles
    Test number
    577445048235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass123,721 miles (-9)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    123,721 miles
    Test number
    299931657768
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  8. Fail123,730 miles (+6,521)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,730 miles
    Test number
    972786390667
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass117,209 miles (+4,339)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    117,209 miles
    Test number
    659494429934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass112,870 miles (+8,033)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    112,870 miles
    Test number
    246739398012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass104,837 miles (+7,954)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    104,837 miles
    Test number
    278069959700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,883 miles (+7,181)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    96,883 miles
    Test number
    419024181970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass89,702 miles (+22,392)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    89,702 miles
    Test number
    616158189364
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  14. Pass67,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    67,310 miles
    Test number
    297044095990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR13 LHM

Does LR13 LHM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR13 LHM is valid until 2 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR13 LHM?
The MOT on LR13 LHM is valid until 2 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR13 LHM done?
LR13 LHM was recorded at 168,306 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2026, an average of 10,115 miles a year.
Has LR13 LHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR13 LHM has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LR13 LHM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Mar 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR13 LHM find?
LR13 LHM passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on outer edge; interior mirror missing.

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