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BMW Z4

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,995 cc

L16 AWGMOT history

L16 AWG is a blue petrol BMW Z4 first used on 4 Aug 2006. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 138,130 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

L16 AWG blue BMW Z4 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z4, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
138,130 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,157 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 AWG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z4
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
4 Aug 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 AWG was last recorded at 138,130 miles on 1 May 2026, 4,143 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,987 miles · 6 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,143 miles
Average per year
3,157 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,130 miles
  • 2025 – 133,987 miles
  • 2024 – 131,534 miles
  • 2023 – 131,036 miles
  • 2022 – 129,819 miles
  • 2021 – 129,819 miles
  • 2020 – 128,561 miles
  • 2019 – 127,097 miles
  • 2018 – 125,465 miles
  • 2017 – 124,980 miles
  • 2016 – 123,359 miles
  • 2015 – 122,544 miles
  • 2014 – 120,835 miles
  • 2013 – 119,743 miles
  • 2012 – 119,474 miles
  • 2011 – 119,421 miles
  • 2010 – 117,717 miles
  • 2009 – 85,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,130 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm 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.

  • Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,130 miles (+4,143)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    138,130 miles
    Test number
    658135234751
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass133,987 miles (+2,453)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    133,987 miles
    Test number
    732391575923
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass131,534 miles (+498)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    131,534 miles
    Test number
    438222097335
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass131,036 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    131,036 miles
    Test number
    118863677122
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Fail131,025 miles (+1,206)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,025 miles
    Test number
    735400220283
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass129,819 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    129,819 miles
    Test number
    958085088904
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged

  7. Fail129,819 miles (+1,258)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,819 miles
    Test number
    363566473227
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged

  8. Pass128,561 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    128,561 miles
    Test number
    260823081310
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged

  9. Fail128,558 miles (+1,461)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,558 miles
    Test number
    775877294914
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged

  10. Pass127,097 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    127,097 miles
    Test number
    781265520679
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  11. Fail127,097 miles (+1,632)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,097 miles
    Test number
    725753067527
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  12. Pass125,465 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    125,465 miles
    Test number
    528848389456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail125,437 miles (+457)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,437 miles
    Test number
    675021331738
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  14. Pass124,980 miles (+1,621)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    124,980 miles
    Test number
    399473924404
    • AdvisoryFree play in handbrake travel

  15. Pass123,359 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    123,359 miles
    Test number
    510757863136
    • AdvisoryCrack in windscreen
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency only just met (16%). may require adjustment or repair

  16. Fail123,348 miles (+804)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,348 miles
    Test number
    747560798520
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryCrack in windscreen
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency only just met (16%). may require adjustment or repair

  17. Pass122,544 miles (+1,709)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    122,544 miles
    Test number
    337848515200
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  18. Pass120,835 miles (+1,092)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    120,835 miles
    Test number
    125686094153
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass119,743 miles (+269)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    119,743 miles
    Test number
    436102093141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass119,474 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    119,474 miles
    Test number
    786707142213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass119,421 miles (+1,704)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    119,421 miles
    Test number
    179328701219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass117,717 miles (+1,997)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    117,717 miles
    Test number
    910402230274
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass115,720 miles (+49)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    115,720 miles
    Test number
    250519280143
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Fail115,671 miles (+30,608)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,671 miles
    Test number
    750378880130
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass85,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    85,063 miles
    Test number
    270411099401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 AWG

Does L16 AWG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 AWG is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 AWG?
The MOT on L16 AWG is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 AWG done?
L16 AWG was recorded at 138,130 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 3,157 miles a year.
Has L16 AWG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 AWG has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on L16 AWG 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 AWG find?
L16 AWG passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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