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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

V17 LALMOT history

V17 LAL is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Mar 2007. Its MOT expired on 28 Nov 2023 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 152,032 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2022.

V17 LAL black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Nov 2023
Mileage
152,032 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2022
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,079 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V17 LAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
7 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V17 LAL was last recorded at 152,032 miles on 6 Nov 2022, 8,968 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Apr 2011: 42,129 miles, lower than 72,838 miles on 25 Mar 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
143,064 miles · 29 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
8,968 miles
Average per year
7,079 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 152,032 miles
  • 2021 – 143,064 miles
  • 2020 – 133,613 miles
  • 2019 – 123,636 miles
  • 2018 – 117,512 miles
  • 2017 – 110,696 miles
  • 2016 – 100,585 miles
  • 2015 – 85,305 miles
  • 2014 – 72,228 miles
  • 2013 – 63,002 miles
  • 2012 – 54,461 miles
  • 2011 – 42,129 miles
  • 2010 – 63,226 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,032 miles
  • 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))

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.

  • Brake hose slightly damaged offside front & nearside front flexi rubber cracking - not excessive

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear has one lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

16 tests since 21 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,032 miles (+8,968)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    152,032 miles
    Test number
    467144642695
    • 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. Pass143,064 miles (+155)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    143,064 miles
    Test number
    769234339941
    • MinorBrake hose slightly damaged offside front & nearside front flexi rubber cracking - not excessive (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail142,909 miles (+9,296)6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,909 miles
    Test number
    332231629117
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working flickering (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake hose slightly damaged offside front & nearside front flexi rubber cracking - not excessive (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass133,613 miles (+9,977)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    133,613 miles
    Test number
    717846267297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  5. Pass123,636 miles (+40)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    123,636 miles
    Test number
    755477987113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear has one lamp not working

  6. Fail123,596 miles (+6,084)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,596 miles
    Test number
    206029160486
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear has one lamp not working

  7. Pass117,512 miles (+6,816)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    117,512 miles
    Test number
    884233007221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  8. Pass110,696 miles (+10,111)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    110,696 miles
    Test number
    562587572045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass100,585 miles (+15,280)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    100,585 miles
    Test number
    722553244075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,305 miles (+13,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    85,305 miles
    Test number
    858737005148
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass72,228 miles (+9,226)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,228 miles
    Test number
    279159904154
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNear side rear tyre is wearing thin on inner edge
    • NoteOff side rear tyre is wearing thin on inner edge

  12. Pass63,002 miles (+8,541)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    63,002 miles
    Test number
    259256003433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,461 miles (+12,332)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    54,461 miles
    Test number
    295170712477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,129 miles (-30,709)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    42,129 miles
    Test number
    708725291070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,838 miles (+9,612)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    72,838 miles
    Test number
    588914181054
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass63,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    63,226 miles
    Test number
    401441910174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V17 LAL

Does V17 LAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V17 LAL expired on 28 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V17 LAL?
The MOT on V17 LAL expired on 28 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V17 LAL done?
V17 LAL was recorded at 152,032 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2022, an average of 7,079 miles a year.
Has V17 LAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V17 LAL has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on V17 LAL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Apr 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V17 LAL find?
V17 LAL passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2022 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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