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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,995 cc

L16 MEKMOT history

L16 MEK is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 28 Dec 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 246,936 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2023.

L16 MEK blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Dec 2024
Mileage
246,936 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,097 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 MEK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 MEK was last recorded at 246,936 miles on 3 Dec 2023, 2,630 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
244,306 miles · 6 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
2,630 miles
Average per year
10,097 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 246,936 miles
  • 2022 – 244,306 miles
  • 2021 – 237,256 miles
  • 2020 – 230,109 miles
  • 2019 – 221,938 miles
  • 2018 – 214,117 miles
  • 2017 – 205,051 miles
  • 2016 – 196,588 miles
  • 2015 – 188,682 miles
  • 2014 – 174,994 miles
  • 2013 – 166,197 miles
  • 2012 – 156,821 miles
  • 2011 – 147,907 miles
  • 2010 – 134,077 miles
  • 2009 – 127,335 miles
  • 2008 – 117,478 miles
  • 2007 – 102,367 miles
  • 2006 – 73,003 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass246,936 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (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.

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass246,936 miles (+2,630)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    246,936 miles
    Test number
    712102170843
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass244,306 miles (+7,050)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    244,306 miles
    Test number
    758007743887
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear jacking piont deformed

  3. Pass237,256 miles (+7,147)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    237,256 miles
    Test number
    169541023005
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass230,109 miles (+8,171)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    230,109 miles
    Test number
    866279863966
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass221,938 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    221,938 miles
    Test number
    223161090819
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material where marked several areas (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail221,936 miles (+7,819)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,936 miles
    Test number
    813891739133
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cord exsposed (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material where marked several areas (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass214,117 miles (+9,066)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    214,117 miles
    Test number
    688073531117
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass205,051 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    205,051 miles
    Test number
    666464537360
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both rear and OS front (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel Inner rack joint (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake values fluctuating during test

  9. Fail205,050 miles (+8,462)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,050 miles
    Test number
    339843342517
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn on inner edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Bulb incorrectly fitted (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both rear and OS front (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel Inner rack joint (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake values fluctuating during test

  10. Pass196,588 miles (+7,906)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    196,588 miles
    Test number
    712299143767
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  11. Pass188,682 miles (+13,688)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    188,682 miles
    Test number
    938174272090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass174,994 miles (+36)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    174,994 miles
    Test number
    428853264345
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteN/S/F tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteN/S/R tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteO/S/F tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail174,958 miles (+8,761)3 failures1 advisory9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,958 miles
    Test number
    349517154320
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted N/S/R, visual inspection of seat belt only
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteN/S/F tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteN/S/R tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteO/S/F tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass166,197 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    166,197 miles
    Test number
    859954053327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail166,193 miles (+9,372)3 failures2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,193 miles
    Test number
    777514253344
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass156,821 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    156,821 miles
    Test number
    236516352386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail156,821 miles (+8,914)1 repaired5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,821 miles
    Test number
    536426552345
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass147,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    147,907 miles
    Test number
    477866551489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail147,906 miles (+13,829)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,906 miles
    Test number
    676826551370
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass134,077 miles (+6,742)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    134,077 miles
    Test number
    333765040337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass127,335 miles (+9,857)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    127,335 miles
    Test number
    250708749352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass117,478 miles (+15,111)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    117,478 miles
    Test number
    850624998263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  23. Pass102,367 miles (+29,364)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    102,367 miles
    Test number
    561236297234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass73,003 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    73,003 miles
    Test number
    331414156428
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about L16 MEK

Does L16 MEK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L16 MEK expired on 28 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L16 MEK?
The MOT on L16 MEK expired on 28 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L16 MEK done?
L16 MEK was recorded at 246,936 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2023, an average of 10,097 miles a year.
Has L16 MEK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 MEK has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on L16 MEK 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 MEK find?
L16 MEK passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2023 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front shock absorbers has light misting of oil both; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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