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BMW 640

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,993 cc

L16 EDMMOT history

L16 EDM is a black diesel BMW 640 first used on 30 Mar 2012. Its MOT expired on 14 Apr 2026 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 92,488 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Expired
On 14 Apr 2026
Mileage
92,488 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,032 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 EDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
640
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L16 EDM was last recorded at 92,488 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 3,462 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,026 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,462 miles
Average per year
7,032 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,488 miles
  • 2025 – 89,026 miles
  • 2024 – 82,518 miles
  • 2023 – 76,847 miles
  • 2022 – 69,657 miles
  • 2021 – 62,478 miles
  • 2020 – 59,592 miles
  • 2019 – 45,731 miles
  • 2018 – 30,802 miles
  • 2017 – 21,205 miles
  • 2016 – 18,945 miles
  • 2015 – 14,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail92,488 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall no cords showing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Full unertrays + covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Obligatory mirror slightly loose interior

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 18 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail92,488 miles (+3,462)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,488 miles
    Test number
    375423318958
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass89,026 miles (+6,508)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    89,026 miles
    Test number
    884105488262
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NAIL IN TYRE (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass82,518 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    82,518 miles
    Test number
    629511012377
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall no cords showing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFull unertrays + covers fitted

  4. Fail82,518 miles (+5,671)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,518 miles
    Test number
    440267598896
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged no cords showing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall no cords showing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFull unertrays + covers fitted

  5. Pass76,847 miles (+4)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    76,847 miles
    Test number
    541970808974
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose interior (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMetal scrapping noise from nearside rear disc- possible internal handbrake shoes

  6. Fail76,843 miles (+7,186)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,843 miles
    Test number
    620656894109
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose interior (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMetal scrapping noise from nearside rear disc- possible internal handbrake shoes

  7. Pass69,657 miles (+7,179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    69,657 miles
    Test number
    791428503519
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres split on inner sidewall

  8. Pass62,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    62,478 miles
    Test number
    766966630432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail62,478 miles (+2,886)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,478 miles
    Test number
    342756802573
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass59,592 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    59,592 miles
    Test number
    579173226381
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Fail59,592 miles (+13,861)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,592 miles
    Test number
    943700607181
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Pass45,731 miles (+14,929)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    45,731 miles
    Test number
    405486229596
    • AdvisoryNearside Front non run flat tyre fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  13. Pass30,802 miles (+9,597)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    30,802 miles
    Test number
    710723294135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass21,205 miles (+149)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    21,205 miles
    Test number
    822090563182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass21,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    21,056 miles
    Test number
    704778825183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail21,056 miles (+2,111)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,056 miles
    Test number
    185778202295
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass18,945 miles (+4,106)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    18,945 miles
    Test number
    397277813346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slight cut outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing smooth inner edge

  18. Pass14,839 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    14,839 miles
    Test number
    186647375092
    • NoteNail nsr tyre
    • NoteNsf tyre slight cut outer sidewall

Questions about L16 EDM

Does L16 EDM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L16 EDM expired on 14 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L16 EDM?
The MOT on L16 EDM expired on 14 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L16 EDM done?
L16 EDM was recorded at 92,488 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 7,032 miles a year.
Has L16 EDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 EDM has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 EDM 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 EDM find?
L16 EDM failed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 3 major defects and 1 advisory: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; offside front coil spring fractured or broken; offside rear coil spring fractured or broken, and 1 more.

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