BMW 3 Series
Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc
L16 BRLMOT history
L16 BRL is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 143,850 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Dec 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 14 Jan 2027
- Mileage
- 143,850 mi
- At MOT on 30 Dec 2025
- MOT tests
- 20
- 16 passed · 4 failed
- Per year
- 7,152 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L16 BRL
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 3 Series
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,995 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2007
- First used
- 23 Mar 2007
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 30 Dec 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
L16 BRL was last recorded at 143,850 miles on 30 Dec 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 143,847 miles · 29 Dec 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 3 miles
- Average per year
- 7,152 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 143,850 miles
- 2024 – 133,135 miles
- 2023 – 126,867 miles
- 2022 – 122,597 miles
- 2021 – 118,315 miles
- 2019 – 106,632 miles
- 2018 – 92,058 miles
- 2017 – 80,415 miles
- 2016 – 72,183 miles
- 2015 – 65,209 miles
- 2014 – 60,829 miles
- 2013 – 54,866 miles
- 2012 – 46,502 miles
- 2011 – 39,123 miles
- 2010 – 30,690 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass143,850 miles
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outermost bush on suspension arm/hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush
Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025
Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device: LED or HID headlamp not working, Vehicle is pre 1 September 2009
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device: LED or HID headlamp not working, Vehicle is pre 1 September 2009
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Engine covers and Undertrays fitted, some test items not fully seen
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Full MOT history
20 tests since 5 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass143,850 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jan 2027
- Odometer
- 143,850 miles
- Test number
- 772047601642
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outermost bush on suspension arm/hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail143,847 miles (+4,744)3 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 143,847 miles
- Test number
- 793246919372
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outermost bush on suspension arm/hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass139,103 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 139,103 miles
- Test number
- 878610372817
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to the legal limit 225 40 18 92W (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to 2mm 225 40 18 92W (5.2.3 (e))
Fail139,103 miles (+5,968)3 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 139,103 miles
- Test number
- 400421490251
- MajorCentral Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment Parking braking efficiency only met by 1%, rear brake shoes in need of an adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to the legal limit 225 40 18 92W (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to 2mm 225 40 18 92W (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Met by just 1% (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Pass133,135 miles (+6,268)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 133,135 miles
- Test number
- 205655841486
- AdvisoryCentral Little reserve travel left on Park/Handbrake lever
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp cleaning device: LED or HID headlamp not working, Vehicle is pre 1 September 2009
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device: LED or HID headlamp not working, Vehicle is pre 1 September 2009
Pass126,867 miles (+4,270)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 126,867 miles
- Test number
- 767491771128
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp cleaning device: LED or HID headlamp not working, Vehicle is pre 1 September 2009
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall shows signs of being used whilst flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device: LED or HID headlamp not working, Vehicle is pre 1 September 2009
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall shows signs of being used whilst flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass122,597 miles (+4,282)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 122,597 miles
- Test number
- 604296510128
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Pass118,315 miles (+47)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 118,315 miles
- Test number
- 271833332822
- AdvisoryEngine covers and Undertrays fitted, some test items not fully seen
- AdvisoryIntermittent air bag light fault.
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Head lamp washer not working, vehicle is pre 01/09/2009
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to 2mm 225 40 18 92W XL Avon (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Head lamp washer not working, vehicle is pre 01/09/2009
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to 2mm 225 40 18 92W XL Avon (5.2.3 (e))
Fail118,268 miles (+11,636)1 dangerous2 major9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 118,268 miles
- Test number
- 674198658341
- DangerousClutch pedal rubber missing
- MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Little reserve travel left on Hand/Parking brake lever
- AdvisoryEngine covers and Undertrays fitted, some test items not fully seen
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Head lamp washer not working, vehicle is pre 01/09/2009
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to 2mm 225 40 18 92W XL Avon (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Head lamp washer not working, vehicle is pre 01/09/2009
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to 2mm 225 40 18 92W XL Avon (5.2.3 (e))
Pass106,632 miles (+142)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 106,632 miles
- Test number
- 689322673884
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
Fail106,490 miles (+14,432)1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 106,490 miles
- Test number
- 959554565692
- MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps Both (4.7.2 (a))
- AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
Pass92,058 miles (+11,643)
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2019
- Odometer
- 92,058 miles
- Test number
- 721830712481
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass80,415 miles (+8,232)
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2018
- Odometer
- 80,415 miles
- Test number
- 432163722707
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass72,183 miles (+6,974)
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2017
- Odometer
- 72,183 miles
- Test number
- 203741361870
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass65,209 miles (+4,380)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2016
- Odometer
- 65,209 miles
- Test number
- 538559435155
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass60,829 miles (+5,963)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 15 May 2015
- Odometer
- 60,829 miles
- Test number
- 765516834128
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass54,866 miles (+8,364)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 54,866 miles
- Test number
- 579589893070
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass46,502 miles (+7,379)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 11 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 46,502 miles
- Test number
- 256730092031
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass39,123 miles (+8,433)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 11 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 39,123 miles
- Test number
- 125482401140
- NoteLow brake fluid light on
- NoteTrashen control light on
Pass30,690 miles
- MOT expiry
- 23 Mar 2011
- Odometer
- 30,690 miles
- Test number
- 363924760002
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about L16 BRL
- Does L16 BRL currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 BRL is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
- When is the MOT due on L16 BRL?
- The MOT on L16 BRL is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has L16 BRL done?
- L16 BRL was recorded at 143,850 miles at its MOT on 30 Dec 2025, an average of 7,152 miles a year.
- Has L16 BRL ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L16 BRL has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2025.
- Has the mileage on L16 BRL 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 BRL find?
- L16 BRL passed its latest MOT on 30 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.
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