Yes, L18 PAL is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 September 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for L18 PAL?

The MOT for L18 PAL is valid and due for renewal on or before 7 May 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of L18 PAL?

The recorded mileage for L18 PAL is 121,582 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is L18 PAL ULEZ compliant?

No, L18 PAL 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

MOT Valid

Road Tax Paid

1994 BMW 3 Series 2.5L Petrol · L18 PAL

L18 PAL

1994 BMW 3 Series (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01/01/1994. Recorded mileage 121,582 miles. MOT valid until 07/05/2027. Taxed until 01/09/2027.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 1994 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
MOT Status: Valid until 07/05/2027
Road Tax: Taxed (01/09/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 121,582 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 07/05/2027

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/09/2027

Mileage: 121,582 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1994
Engine: 2494cc

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L18 PAL Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 24/04/2026
121,582 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)

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L18 PAL Mileage History

26/01/2024118,902 mi
09/02/2024118,903 mi+1 mi
09/05/2025120,366 mi+1,463 mi
24/04/2026121,582 mi+1,216 mi

Average of roughly 1,195 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

L18 PAL MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 30 Aug 2026, 06:07

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1994 BMW 3 Series (L18 PAL) between January 2024 and April 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 24 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 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: “Road wheel fixing missing all wheels (5.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Central Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”.

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