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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

L16 AXOMOT history

L16 AXO is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Aug 2011. Its MOT is valid until 22 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 94,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

L16 AXO black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Aug 2027
Mileage
94,218 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,164 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 AXO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Aug 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 AXO was last recorded at 94,218 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 3,503 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,715 miles · 12 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,503 miles
Average per year
4,164 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,218 miles
  • 2025 – 90,715 miles
  • 2024 – 86,993 miles
  • 2023 – 83,867 miles
  • 2022 – 81,395 miles
  • 2021 – 79,195 miles
  • 2020 – 77,661 miles
  • 2019 – 74,602 miles
  • 2018 – 69,494 miles
  • 2017 – 63,784 miles
  • 2016 – 57,309 miles
  • 2015 – 50,930 miles
  • 2014 – 44,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,218 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.

  • Engine cover and under trays fitted preventing a full inspection of all components.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides inner sills at wheel arch connection.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Service light on.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chipped.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    94,218 miles
    Test number
    238782465849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail94,218 miles (+3,503)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,218 miles
    Test number
    429749299146
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass90,715 miles (+3,722)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    90,715 miles
    Test number
    231924900156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass86,993 miles (+3,126)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    86,993 miles
    Test number
    511266682038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass83,867 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    83,867 miles
    Test number
    221933755614
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Shock absorbers corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Fail83,867 miles (+2,472)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,867 miles
    Test number
    511084374447
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Shock absorbers corroded. (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass81,395 miles (+2,200)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    81,395 miles
    Test number
    692133201737
    • AdvisoryBoth rear, sills starting to corrode.
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted preventing full inspection of all components.
  8. Pass79,195 miles (+2)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    79,195 miles
    Test number
    640346391789
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chipped. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted preventing a full inspection of all components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides inner sills at wheel arch connection. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryService light on.
  9. Fail79,193 miles (+1,532)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,193 miles
    Test number
    186677563557
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Hub spherical bearing. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chipped. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted preventing a full inspection of all components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides inner sills at wheel arch connection. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryService light on.
  10. Pass77,661 miles (+3,059)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    77,661 miles
    Test number
    319522405016
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted some items not tested.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished in tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass74,602 miles (+5,108)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    74,602 miles
    Test number
    375065186962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    69,494 miles
    Test number
    721907879983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,494 miles (+5,710)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,494 miles
    Test number
    803362376280
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
  14. Pass63,784 miles (+6,475)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    63,784 miles
    Test number
    586340051545
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & undertrays fitted
  15. Pass57,309 miles (+6,379)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    57,309 miles
    Test number
    857920919941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,930 miles (+6,586)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    50,930 miles
    Test number
    825517315221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,344 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    44,344 miles
    Test number
    779691534230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 AXO

Does L16 AXO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 AXO is valid until 22 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 AXO?
The MOT on L16 AXO is valid until 22 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 AXO done?
L16 AXO was recorded at 94,218 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 4,164 miles a year.
Has L16 AXO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 AXO has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 AXO 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 AXO find?
L16 AXO passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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