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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LT13 BLFMOT history

LT13 BLF is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 223,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

LT13 BLF 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 4 May 2027
Mileage
223,012 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,815 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT13 BLF
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
11 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT13 BLF was last recorded at 223,012 miles on 5 May 2026, 8,394 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,618 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
8,394 miles
Average per year
11,815 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 223,012 miles
  • 2025 – 214,618 miles
  • 2024 – 199,431 miles
  • 2023 – 190,028 miles
  • 2022 – 179,192 miles
  • 2021 – 159,643 miles
  • 2018 – 116,858 miles
  • 2017 – 110,976 miles
  • 2016 – 102,642 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass223,012 miles
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 26 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass223,012 miles (+8,394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    223,012 miles
    Test number
    604000636421
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass214,618 miles (+15,187)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    214,618 miles
    Test number
    612885775234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass199,431 miles (+9,403)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    199,431 miles
    Test number
    503226158260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass190,028 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    190,028 miles
    Test number
    444748050060
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail190,028 miles (+10,836)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,028 miles
    Test number
    769488233174
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low Both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass179,192 miles (+19,549)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    179,192 miles
    Test number
    752863271676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass159,643 miles (+42)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    159,643 miles
    Test number
    712398004930
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail159,601 miles2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,601 miles
    Test number
    106120113825
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge worn / Slight sidewall damage (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass229,131 km (+29,921)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    229,131 km
    Test number
    641926036957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass199,210 km1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    199,210 km
    Test number
    538944103908
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail199,210 km1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,210 km
    Test number
    867079081495
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass116,858 miles (+5,882)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    116,858 miles
    Test number
    643052935500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass110,976 miles (+8,334)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    110,976 miles
    Test number
    672347227161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass102,642 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    102,642 miles
    Test number
    866305864150
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

Questions about LT13 BLF

Does LT13 BLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT13 BLF is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT13 BLF?
The MOT on LT13 BLF 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 LT13 BLF done?
LT13 BLF was recorded at 223,012 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 11,815 miles a year.
Has LT13 BLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT13 BLF has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LT13 BLF 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 LT13 BLF find?
LT13 BLF passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 1 advisory: parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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