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BMW 116

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

J16 KODMOT history

J16 KOD is a blue diesel BMW 116 first used on 19 Sept 2012. Its MOT expired on 16 Aug 2025 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 117,997 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 16 Aug 2025
Mileage
117,997 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2024
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,442 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J16 KOD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

J16 KOD was last recorded at 117,997 miles on 17 Aug 2024, 1,564 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,433 miles · 23 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
1,564 miles
Average per year
10,442 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 117,997 miles
  • 2023 – 116,433 miles
  • 2022 – 97,360 miles
  • 2021 – 95,734 miles
  • 2020 – 88,611 miles
  • 2019 – 73,740 miles
  • 2018 – 55,454 miles
  • 2017 – 43,881 miles
  • 2016 – 34,445 miles
  • 2015 – 20,907 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,997 miles
  • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
  • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

13 tests since 1 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,997 miles (+1,564)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    117,997 miles
    Test number
    914969691525
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass116,433 miles (+14)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    116,433 miles
    Test number
    875669831438
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail116,419 miles (+19,059)2 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,419 miles
    Test number
    472200534735
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass97,360 miles (+1,626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    97,360 miles
    Test number
    207067021340
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass95,734 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    95,734 miles
    Test number
    610777754680
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail95,734 miles (+7,123)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,734 miles
    Test number
    959533924373
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass88,611 miles (+14,871)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    88,611 miles
    Test number
    925910049050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,740 miles (+18,286)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2020
    Odometer
    73,740 miles
    Test number
    532498840250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass55,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    55,454 miles
    Test number
    498837041675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail55,454 miles (+11,573)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,454 miles
    Test number
    451768653760
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass43,881 miles (+9,436)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    43,881 miles
    Test number
    250791976550
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass34,445 miles (+13,538)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    34,445 miles
    Test number
    162939112059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass20,907 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    20,907 miles
    Test number
    647281125105
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about J16 KOD

Does J16 KOD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J16 KOD expired on 16 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J16 KOD?
The MOT on J16 KOD expired on 16 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J16 KOD done?
J16 KOD was recorded at 117,997 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2024, an average of 10,442 miles a year.
Has J16 KOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J16 KOD has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on J16 KOD 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 J16 KOD find?
J16 KOD passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2024 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides, and 4 more.

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