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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

L16 MPWMOT history

L16 MPW is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 6 Dec 2022 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 191,771 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2021.

L16 MPW grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Dec 2022
Mileage
191,771 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2021
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,164 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 MPW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
21 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 MPW was last recorded at 191,771 miles on 6 Dec 2021, 17,648 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,123 miles · 2 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
17,648 miles
Average per year
11,164 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 191,771 miles
  • 2020 – 174,123 miles
  • 2019 – 158,767 miles
  • 2018 – 149,644 miles
  • 2017 – 139,948 miles
  • 2016 – 128,449 miles
  • 2015 – 116,912 miles
  • 2014 – 106,708 miles
  • 2013 – 91,377 miles
  • 2012 – 84,751 miles
  • 2011 – 79,408 miles
  • 2010 – 72,568 miles
  • 2009 – 57,037 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,771 miles
  • AdvisoryFront both brake pads low
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear both brake pads low

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.

  • Brake hose slightly chafed all 4 corners

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,771 miles (+17,648)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    191,771 miles
    Test number
    116341091044
    • AdvisoryFront both brake pads low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear both brake pads low

  2. Pass174,123 miles (+15,356)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    174,123 miles
    Test number
    704907707618
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass158,767 miles (+9,123)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    158,767 miles
    Test number
    901368462692
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  4. Pass149,644 miles (+43)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    149,644 miles
    Test number
    471534323772
    • MinorBrake hose slightly chafed all 4 corners (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail149,601 miles (+9,653)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,601 miles
    Test number
    451735635942
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake hose slightly chafed all 4 corners (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass139,948 miles (+11,499)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    139,948 miles
    Test number
    382371015060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass128,449 miles (+11,537)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    128,449 miles
    Test number
    278948747574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass116,912 miles (+10,204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    116,912 miles
    Test number
    817780155161
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass106,708 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    106,708 miles
    Test number
    569407954106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail106,708 miles (+15,331)1 failure2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,708 miles
    Test number
    996187354114
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  11. Fail91,377 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,377 miles
    Test number
    276421953159
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass91,377 miles (+6,626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    91,377 miles
    Test number
    936151253126
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass84,751 miles (+5,343)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    84,751 miles
    Test number
    868965222149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass79,408 miles (+6,840)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    79,408 miles
    Test number
    235695041209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,568 miles (+15,531)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    72,568 miles
    Test number
    893689610323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,037 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    57,037 miles
    Test number
    921295019354
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail57,010 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,010 miles
    Test number
    430264419427
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about L16 MPW

Does L16 MPW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L16 MPW expired on 6 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L16 MPW?
The MOT on L16 MPW expired on 6 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L16 MPW done?
L16 MPW was recorded at 191,771 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2021, an average of 11,164 miles a year.
Has L16 MPW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 MPW has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on L16 MPW 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 MPW find?
L16 MPW passed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2021 with 4 advisories: front both brake pads low; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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