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BMW 116

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

L15 HYJMOT history

L15 HYJ is a black diesel BMW 116 first used on 10 Dec 2010. Its MOT is valid until 17 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 140,471 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Oct 2027
Mileage
140,471 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,274 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 HYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
10 Dec 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 HYJ was last recorded at 140,471 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 2,766 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,705 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,766 miles
Average per year
7,274 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,471 miles
  • 2025 – 137,705 miles
  • 2024 – 133,672 miles
  • 2023 – 129,275 miles
  • 2022 – 123,795 miles
  • 2021 – 119,159 miles
  • 2020 – 115,142 miles
  • 2019 – 104,212 miles
  • 2018 – 90,014 miles
  • 2017 – 82,908 miles
  • 2016 – 74,303 miles
  • 2015 – 63,847 miles
  • 2014 – 62,996 miles
  • 2013 – 47,385 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,471 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Dec 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    140,471 miles
    Test number
    655964246841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail140,471 miles (+2,766)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,471 miles
    Test number
    540339288828
    • MajorNearside Front Steering arm fractured (2.1.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass137,705 miles (+4,033)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    137,705 miles
    Test number
    852406233010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass133,672 miles (+4,397)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    133,672 miles
    Test number
    324033402463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass129,275 miles (+5,480)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    129,275 miles
    Test number
    773643380863
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass123,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    123,795 miles
    Test number
    958699058852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail123,795 miles (+4,636)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,795 miles
    Test number
    485753510310
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

  8. Pass119,159 miles (+4,017)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    119,159 miles
    Test number
    846023485596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass115,142 miles (+10,930)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    115,142 miles
    Test number
    209059867390
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass104,212 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    104,212 miles
    Test number
    512433000606
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  11. Fail104,212 miles (+14,198)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,212 miles
    Test number
    222304847873
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  12. Pass90,014 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    90,014 miles
    Test number
    150623728071
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail90,014 miles (+7,106)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,014 miles
    Test number
    246562872408
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass82,908 miles (+43)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    82,908 miles
    Test number
    312463260687
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail82,865 miles (+8,562)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,865 miles
    Test number
    789925271695
    • DangerousFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases EXHAUST IN TWO (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass74,303 miles (+240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    74,303 miles
    Test number
    212852353283
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail74,063 miles (+10,216)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,063 miles
    Test number
    561681218437
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FLEXIBLE PIPE (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass63,847 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    63,847 miles
    Test number
    206705305110
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/S/F & O/S/R Tyres kerbed.
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail63,847 miles (+851)2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,847 miles
    Test number
    228185505457
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/S/F & O/S/R Tyres kerbed.
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass62,996 miles (+15,611)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    62,996 miles
    Test number
    456106534466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    47,385 miles
    Test number
    728895443392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L15 HYJ

Does L15 HYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 HYJ is valid until 17 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 HYJ?
The MOT on L15 HYJ is valid until 17 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 HYJ done?
L15 HYJ was recorded at 140,471 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 7,274 miles a year.
Has L15 HYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L15 HYJ has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L15 HYJ 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 L15 HYJ find?
L15 HYJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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