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BMW X3

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

L16 ATYMOT history

L16 ATY is a grey diesel BMW X3 first used on 7 Feb 2005. Its MOT is valid until 7 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 218,838 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

L16 ATY grey BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Dec 2026
Mileage
218,838 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,552 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 ATY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 ATY was last recorded at 218,838 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 3,720 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
215,118 miles · 5 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,720 miles
Average per year
8,552 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 218,838 miles
  • 2024 – 215,118 miles
  • 2023 – 212,537 miles
  • 2022 – 208,777 miles
  • 2021 – 205,640 miles
  • 2020 – 203,034 miles
  • 2019 – 199,012 miles
  • 2018 – 195,306 miles
  • 2017 – 191,953 miles
  • 2016 – 186,791 miles
  • 2015 – 167,211 miles
  • 2014 – 149,158 miles
  • 2013 – 140,430 miles
  • 2012 – 123,686 miles
  • 2011 – 106,188 miles
  • 2010 – 93,247 miles
  • 2008 – 69,356 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,838 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Small crack in windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,838 miles (+3,720)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    218,838 miles
    Test number
    395721295559
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass215,118 miles (+2,581)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    215,118 miles
    Test number
    687872553384
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass212,537 miles (+3,760)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    212,537 miles
    Test number
    986043791494
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass208,777 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    208,777 miles
    Test number
    855472496963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail208,769 miles (+3,129)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,769 miles
    Test number
    265503881880
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

  6. Pass205,640 miles (+2,606)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    205,640 miles
    Test number
    254146070809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass203,034 miles (+4,022)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    203,034 miles
    Test number
    745977023000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass199,012 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    199,012 miles
    Test number
    398608538688
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail199,004 miles (+3,698)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,004 miles
    Test number
    285617859342
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass195,306 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    195,306 miles
    Test number
    806069528905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail195,301 miles (+3,348)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,301 miles
    Test number
    416127359938
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  12. Pass191,953 miles (+5,162)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    191,953 miles
    Test number
    394330435943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass186,791 miles (+85)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    186,791 miles
    Test number
    102706242077
    • AdvisorySmall crack in windscreen
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet wiring untidy

  14. Fail186,706 miles (+19,495)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,706 miles
    Test number
    160325297892
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySmall crack in windscreen
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet wiring untidy

  15. Pass167,211 miles (+18,053)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    167,211 miles
    Test number
    198614135086
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass149,158 miles (+8,728)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    149,158 miles
    Test number
    136499134022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass140,430 miles (+16,744)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    140,430 miles
    Test number
    997871343182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail123,686 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,686 miles
    Test number
    365631452166
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn

  19. Pass123,686 miles (+17,498)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    123,686 miles
    Test number
    727931752108
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn

  20. Pass106,188 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    106,188 miles
    Test number
    285527441138
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteOff side front tyre has slight inner and outer edge wear
    • NoteRear tyres cracking on tread

  21. Fail106,188 miles (+12,941)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,188 miles
    Test number
    875697941114
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteOff side front tyre has slight inner and outer edge wear
    • NoteRear tyres cracking on tread

  22. Pass93,247 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    93,247 miles
    Test number
    291478840447
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail93,247 miles (+23,891)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,247 miles
    Test number
    334598640121
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass69,356 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    69,356 miles
    Test number
    781935868126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHandbrake close to max travel
    • NoteNearside front tyre inner wall signs of something chaffed

Questions about L16 ATY

Does L16 ATY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 ATY is valid until 7 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L16 ATY?
The MOT on L16 ATY is valid until 7 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 ATY done?
L16 ATY was recorded at 218,838 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 8,552 miles a year.
Has L16 ATY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 ATY has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on L16 ATY 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 L16 ATY find?
L16 ATY passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play.

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