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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2013 · 1,997 cc

N31 LWHMOT history

N31 LWH is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Jun 2013. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 71,259 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

N31 LWH blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
71,259 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,486 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N31 LWH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
28 Jun 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N31 LWH was last recorded at 71,259 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 5,932 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
65,327 miles · 1 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,932 miles
Average per year
5,486 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,259 miles
  • 2025 – 65,327 miles
  • 2024 – 58,086 miles
  • 2023 – 51,971 miles
  • 2022 – 47,859 miles
  • 2021 – 44,765 miles
  • 2020 – 43,861 miles
  • 2019 – 40,024 miles
  • 2018 – 33,792 miles
  • 2017 – 25,477 miles
  • 2016 – 18,697 miles
  • 2015 – 11,645 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,259 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 14 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,259 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    71,259 miles
    Test number
    416670025924
    • 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))
  2. Fail71,259 miles (+5,932)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,259 miles
    Test number
    177804091829
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • 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))
  3. Pass65,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    65,327 miles
    Test number
    965034888959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail65,327 miles (+7,241)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,327 miles
    Test number
    431362321768
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
  5. Pass58,086 miles (+6,115)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    58,086 miles
    Test number
    816222245840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass51,971 miles (+4,112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    51,971 miles
    Test number
    785910841243
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass47,859 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    47,859 miles
    Test number
    709055573687
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail47,859 miles (+3,094)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,859 miles
    Test number
    963830824012
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass44,765 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    44,765 miles
    Test number
    750443354603
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail44,765 miles (+904)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,765 miles
    Test number
    512180150227
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass43,861 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    43,861 miles
    Test number
    435394187161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 3-4mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Fail43,861 miles (+3,837)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,861 miles
    Test number
    290335613969
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements letter spacing not correct (0.1 (d))
    • 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))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements letter spacing not correct (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 3-4mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass40,024 miles (+6,232)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    40,024 miles
    Test number
    522823236755
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront pads feel close to wear sensors
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear pads feel close to wear sensors
  14. Pass33,792 miles (+8,315)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    33,792 miles
    Test number
    941871943970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,477 miles (+6,780)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    25,477 miles
    Test number
    862260400725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,697 miles (+7,052)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    18,697 miles
    Test number
    435960398977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass11,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    11,645 miles
    Test number
    245435400487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about N31 LWH

Does N31 LWH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N31 LWH is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on N31 LWH?
The MOT on N31 LWH is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N31 LWH done?
N31 LWH was recorded at 71,259 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 5,486 miles a year.
Has N31 LWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N31 LWH has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on N31 LWH 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 N31 LWH find?
N31 LWH passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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