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BMW 5 Series

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

L16 LEMMOT history

L16 LEM is a white diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 5 Feb 2013. Its MOT expired on 28 Sept 2026 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 218,686 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Sept 2025.

L16 LEM white BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Sept 2026
Mileage
218,686 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2025
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
19,017 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 LEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
5 Feb 2013
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 LEM was last recorded at 218,686 miles on 29 Sept 2025, 18,485 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,201 miles · 18 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
18,485 miles
Average per year
19,017 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 218,686 miles
  • 2024 – 200,201 miles
  • 2023 – 177,142 miles
  • 2022 – 151,081 miles
  • 2021 – 130,352 miles
  • 2020 – 113,996 miles
  • 2019 – 94,915 miles
  • 2018 – 69,662 miles
  • 2017 – 47,159 miles
  • 2016 – 34,271 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,686 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted both rear (5.2.2 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 18 Jan 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,686 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    218,686 miles
    Test number
    237897145477
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted both rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Fail218,686 miles (+18,485)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,686 miles
    Test number
    421904917850
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly distorted both rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. Pass200,201 miles (+23,059)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    200,201 miles
    Test number
    254268234541
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass177,142 miles (+26,061)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    177,142 miles
    Test number
    628883332649
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass151,081 miles (+20,729)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    151,081 miles
    Test number
    603061868343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass130,352 miles (+16,356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    130,352 miles
    Test number
    660769662497
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass113,996 miles (+206)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    113,996 miles
    Test number
    379499004375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail113,790 miles (+18,875)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,790 miles
    Test number
    775667374390
    • MajorNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass94,915 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    94,915 miles
    Test number
    238822702369
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear baby seat fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail94,915 miles (+25,253)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,915 miles
    Test number
    502746686602
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear baby seat fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass69,662 miles (+8,928)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    69,662 miles
    Test number
    315915362610
    • AdvisoryEngine cover plus under trays fitted

  12. Pass60,734 miles (+13,575)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    60,734 miles
    Test number
    589200313320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,159 miles (+12,888)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    47,159 miles
    Test number
    584022957929
    • AdvisoryCut to Offside rear tyre, not exposing cords

  14. Pass34,271 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    34,271 miles
    Test number
    381112113270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cut in groove not to cords
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin pad very low (3.5.1g)

Questions about L16 LEM

Does L16 LEM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L16 LEM expired on 28 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L16 LEM?
The MOT on L16 LEM expired on 28 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L16 LEM done?
L16 LEM was recorded at 218,686 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2025, an average of 19,017 miles a year.
Has L16 LEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 LEM has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on L16 LEM 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 LEM find?
L16 LEM passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; road wheel slightly distorted both rear.

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