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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LS13 DFEMOT history

LS13 DFE is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 28 May 2013. Its MOT expired on 3 Dec 2023 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 136,937 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Nov 2022.

LS13 DFE black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Dec 2023
Mileage
136,937 mi
At MOT on 9 Nov 2022
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,321 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS13 DFE
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
28 May 2013
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS13 DFE was last recorded at 136,937 miles on 9 Nov 2022, 7,738 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,199 miles · 30 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
7,738 miles
Average per year
9,321 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 136,937 miles
  • 2021 – 129,199 miles
  • 2020 – 117,871 miles
  • 2019 – 109,772 miles
  • 2018 – 102,926 miles
  • 2017 – 95,890 miles
  • 2016 – 76,612 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,937 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

11 tests since 20 May 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,937 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    136,937 miles
    Test number
    441518869871
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail136,937 miles (+7,738)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,937 miles
    Test number
    840711840472
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass129,199 miles (+11,328)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    129,199 miles
    Test number
    896430879734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass117,871 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    117,871 miles
    Test number
    740190127245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail117,869 miles (+8,097)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,869 miles
    Test number
    746502775825
    • DangerousSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) Both N/S/F and O/S/F steering rack ends have excessive play (2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass109,772 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    109,772 miles
    Test number
    304481143952
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail109,763 miles (+6,837)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,763 miles
    Test number
    435639941329
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass102,926 miles (+7,036)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    102,926 miles
    Test number
    477672104912
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s front steering arm

  9. Pass95,890 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    95,890 miles
    Test number
    251374939072
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted covering some components

  10. Fail95,890 miles (+19,278)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,890 miles
    Test number
    769679782502
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted covering some components

  11. Pass76,612 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    76,612 miles
    Test number
    148077957758
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn smooth inner and outer edges close to cords exposing

Questions about LS13 DFE

Does LS13 DFE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS13 DFE expired on 3 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS13 DFE?
The MOT on LS13 DFE expired on 3 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS13 DFE done?
LS13 DFE was recorded at 136,937 miles at its MOT on 9 Nov 2022, an average of 9,321 miles a year.
Has LS13 DFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS13 DFE has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LS13 DFE 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 LS13 DFE find?
LS13 DFE passed its latest MOT on 9 Nov 2022 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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