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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,997 cc

L16 MTFMOT history

L16 MTF is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 178,211 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

L16 MTF black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
178,211 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,789 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 MTF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 MTF was last recorded at 178,211 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 10,657 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,554 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,657 miles
Average per year
9,789 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,211 miles
  • 2025 – 167,554 miles
  • 2023 – 166,664 miles
  • 2021 – 154,229 miles
  • 2019 – 135,800 miles
  • 2018 – 109,345 miles
  • 2017 – 96,354 miles
  • 2016 – 89,654 miles
  • 2015 – 82,750 miles
  • 2014 – 76,907 miles
  • 2013 – 62,176 miles
  • 2012 – 40,663 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,211 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake requires adjustment

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

16 tests since 28 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,211 miles (+10,657)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    178,211 miles
    Test number
    297555962136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake requires adjustment

  2. Pass167,554 miles (+890)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    167,554 miles
    Test number
    475240102854
    • 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))

  3. Pass166,664 miles (+12,435)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    166,664 miles
    Test number
    508367793439
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass154,229 miles (+10,646)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    154,229 miles
    Test number
    996043694642
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass143,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    143,583 miles
    Test number
    297393046496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail143,583 miles (+7,783)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,583 miles
    Test number
    973404058970
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass135,800 miles (+26,455)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    135,800 miles
    Test number
    933260558711
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass109,345 miles (+12,991)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    109,345 miles
    Test number
    514335952616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass96,354 miles (+6,700)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    96,354 miles
    Test number
    520586792134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass89,654 miles (+6,904)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    89,654 miles
    Test number
    670307092091
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass82,750 miles (+5,843)1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    82,750 miles
    Test number
    135504685425
    • DangerousNearside front tyre worn close to cord or canvas
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail76,907 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,907 miles
    Test number
    439888684075
    • 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 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass76,907 miles (+35)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    76,907 miles
    Test number
    799798284069
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail76,872 miles (+14,696)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,872 miles
    Test number
    969427584020
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass62,176 miles (+21,513)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    62,176 miles
    Test number
    739544083005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass40,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    40,663 miles
    Test number
    688388382033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 MTF

Does L16 MTF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 MTF is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 MTF?
The MOT on L16 MTF is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 MTF done?
L16 MTF was recorded at 178,211 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 9,789 miles a year.
Has L16 MTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 MTF has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on L16 MTF 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 MTF find?
L16 MTF passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear parking brake requires adjustment.

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