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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

L16 ELTMOT history

L16 ELT is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Jun 2013. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 129,565 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

L16 ELT blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
129,565 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,345 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 ELT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
20 Jun 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 ELT was last recorded at 129,565 miles on 19 May 2026, 15,414 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
114,151 miles · 20 May 2025
Between the last two tests
15,414 miles
Average per year
8,345 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,565 miles
  • 2025 – 114,151 miles
  • 2024 – 99,251 miles
  • 2021 – 89,227 miles
  • 2019 – 81,618 miles
  • 2018 – 73,935 miles
  • 2017 – 64,902 miles
  • 2016 – 46,747 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,565 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 15 Jun 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,565 miles (+15,414)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    129,565 miles
    Test number
    532638661505
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass114,151 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    114,151 miles
    Test number
    236298337779
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail114,149 miles (+14,898)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,149 miles
    Test number
    415514126755
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass99,251 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    99,251 miles
    Test number
    853839027636
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail99,251 miles (+10,024)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,251 miles
    Test number
    915868634691
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass89,227 miles (+7,609)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    89,227 miles
    Test number
    383055665502
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake effort getting low
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  7. Pass81,618 miles (+7,683)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    81,618 miles
    Test number
    769499647296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside day time running light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside hand brake effort slightly low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside hand brake effort slightly low
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring view

  8. Pass73,935 miles (+9,033)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    73,935 miles
    Test number
    329432364439
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Pass64,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    64,902 miles
    Test number
    174590274340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail64,902 miles (+18,155)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,902 miles
    Test number
    544718411890
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

  11. Pass46,747 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    46,747 miles
    Test number
    510812386693
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child seat fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Fail46,747 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,747 miles
    Test number
    864958955700
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child seat fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

Questions about L16 ELT

Does L16 ELT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 ELT is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 ELT?
The MOT on L16 ELT is valid until 21 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 ELT done?
L16 ELT was recorded at 129,565 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 8,345 miles a year.
Has L16 ELT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 ELT has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L16 ELT 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 ELT find?
L16 ELT passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 4 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front arms; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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