No, L796 FAN is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for L796 FAN?

The MOT for L796 FAN is valid and due for renewal on or before 14 August 2012.

What is the recorded mileage of L796 FAN?

The recorded mileage for L796 FAN is 149,041 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is L796 FAN ULEZ compliant?

No, L796 FAN does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1993 BMW 3 Series 1.8L Petrol · L796 FAN

L796 FAN

1993 BMW 3 Series (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/11/1993. Recorded mileage 149,041 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 1993 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 14/08/2012
Road Tax: Untaxed (01/01/2012)
Recorded Mileage: 149,041 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 14/08/2012

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 01/01/2012

Mileage: 149,041 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1993
Engine: 1796cc

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L796 FAN Key Findings

10 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 15/08/2011
149,041 miles recorded at latest MOT
4 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (11 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Older vehicle

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L796 FAN Mileage History

05/07/2007140,569 mi
09/07/200894,101 mi-46,468 mi
14/07/200894,176 mi+75 mi
13/07/200998,639 mi+4,463 mi
25/07/200998,711 mi+72 mi
24/07/2010145,193 mi+46,482 mi
05/08/2010145,238 mi+45 mi
13/08/2011148,997 mi+3,759 mi
15/08/2011149,041 mi+44 mi

Average of roughly 2,060 miles per year across 9 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

L796 FAN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Oct 2026, 22:49

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

10 MOT tests are recorded for this 1993 BMW 3 Series (L796 FAN) between May 2006 and August 2011.

The record contains 6 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 15 August 2011 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (11 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)”; “Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)”; “Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)”.

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