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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

N100 CSLMOT history

N100 CSL is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Aug 2011. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 181,972 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2025.

N100 CSL silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2026
Mileage
181,972 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2025
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,628 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N100 CSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
15 Aug 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

N100 CSL was last recorded at 181,972 miles on 8 Aug 2025, 85 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,887 miles · 2 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
85 miles
Average per year
7,628 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 181,972 miles
  • 2024 – 176,949 miles
  • 2023 – 171,297 miles
  • 2022 – 167,541 miles
  • 2021 – 164,165 miles
  • 2020 – 162,897 miles
  • 2018 – 162,880 miles
  • 2017 – 158,715 miles
  • 2016 – 142,598 miles
  • 2015 – 128,580 miles
  • 2014 – 98,060 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,972 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 8 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,972 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    181,972 miles
    Test number
    186235545807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail181,887 miles (+4,938)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,887 miles
    Test number
    821549321658
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower inner bush on rear arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass176,949 miles (+5,652)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    176,949 miles
    Test number
    139804209882
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryManufacturers protective under trays fitted preventing inspection of components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass171,297 miles (+3,756)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    171,297 miles
    Test number
    664771172672
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise : both front shockers corroded
    • AdvisoryAdvise : surface corrosion to front brake discs
  5. Pass167,541 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    167,541 miles
    Test number
    330839925824
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Fail167,541 miles (+3,376)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,541 miles
    Test number
    462343236395
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass164,165 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    164,165 miles
    Test number
    688890924127
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All The Rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outside Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail164,165 miles (+1,268)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,165 miles
    Test number
    341137508091
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All The Rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outside Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass162,897 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    162,897 miles
    Test number
    778832883769
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  10. Pass162,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    162,880 miles
    Test number
    417235310101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail162,880 miles (+4,165)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,880 miles
    Test number
    301912078401
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  12. Pass158,715 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    158,715 miles
    Test number
    608205879122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail158,694 miles (+16,096)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,694 miles
    Test number
    517262126484
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  14. Pass142,598 miles (+14,018)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    142,598 miles
    Test number
    743385676515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass128,580 miles (+30,520)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    128,580 miles
    Test number
    245083025229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSmoke readings were too clean to register on test equipment
  16. Fail98,060 miles2 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,060 miles
    Test number
    207520024264
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread is worn almost smooth on outer edge,possibly tracking?
    • NoteSmoke emissions too clean to register on test equipment,therefore is a pass.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass98,060 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    98,060 miles
    Test number
    707420124214
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre tread is worn almost smooth on outer edge,possibly tracking?
    • NoteSmoke emissions too clean to register on test equipment,therefore is a pass.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about N100 CSL

Does N100 CSL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on N100 CSL expired on 18 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on N100 CSL?
The MOT on N100 CSL expired on 18 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has N100 CSL done?
N100 CSL was recorded at 181,972 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2025, an average of 7,628 miles a year.
Has N100 CSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N100 CSL has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on N100 CSL 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 N100 CSL find?
N100 CSL passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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