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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LS13 VWBMOT history

LS13 VWB is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 174,478 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

LS13 VWB silver 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 Oct 2027
Mileage
174,478 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,958 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS13 VWB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
24 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS13 VWB was last recorded at 174,478 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,478 miles · 30 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,958 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,478 miles
  • 2025 – 158,752 miles
  • 2024 – 140,671 miles
  • 2023 – 134,139 miles
  • 2022 – 127,163 miles
  • 2021 – 117,279 miles
  • 2020 – 108,004 miles
  • 2019 – 103,045 miles
  • 2018 – 95,081 miles
  • 2017 – 91,718 miles
  • 2016 – 70,383 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,478 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront exhaust flex pipe looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass174,478 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    174,478 miles
    Test number
    563680894883
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flex pipe loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail174,478 miles (+15,726)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,478 miles
    Test number
    252596086731
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flex pipe loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass158,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    158,752 miles
    Test number
    347467190098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail158,752 miles (+18,081)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,752 miles
    Test number
    493182894824
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass140,671 miles (+1,033)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    140,671 miles
    Test number
    392953607376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass139,638 miles (+5,499)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    139,638 miles
    Test number
    936068791513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass134,139 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    134,139 miles
    Test number
    117838353045
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail134,139 miles (+6,976)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,139 miles
    Test number
    201571292517
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass127,163 miles (+9,884)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    127,163 miles
    Test number
    797174431081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass117,279 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    117,279 miles
    Test number
    392259780393
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail117,279 miles (+9,275)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,279 miles
    Test number
    179569489664
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass108,004 miles (+4,959)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    108,004 miles
    Test number
    108225011105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass103,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    103,045 miles
    Test number
    763410532056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail103,045 miles (+7,964)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,045 miles
    Test number
    787233562526
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  15. Pass95,081 miles (+3,363)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    95,081 miles
    Test number
    329440357773
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass91,718 miles (+21,335)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    91,718 miles
    Test number
    152195450518
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped and worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped and worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some underside components
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  17. Pass70,383 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    70,383 miles
    Test number
    818208118001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS13 VWB

Does LS13 VWB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS13 VWB is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS13 VWB?
The MOT on LS13 VWB is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS13 VWB done?
LS13 VWB was recorded at 174,478 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 9,958 miles a year.
Has LS13 VWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS13 VWB has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LS13 VWB 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 VWB find?
LS13 VWB passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front windscreen wiper blade defective; front exhaust flex pipe loose; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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