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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

L16 MXJMOT history

L16 MXJ is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 107,827 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

L16 MXJ white 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 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
107,827 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,714 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 MXJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
10 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 MXJ was last recorded at 107,827 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 4,578 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,249 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,578 miles
Average per year
6,714 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,827 miles
  • 2025 – 103,249 miles
  • 2024 – 99,164 miles
  • 2023 – 94,846 miles
  • 2022 – 89,747 miles
  • 2021 – 83,699 miles
  • 2020 – 79,633 miles
  • 2019 – 73,476 miles
  • 2018 – 62,576 miles
  • 2017 – 46,938 miles
  • 2016 – 41,163 miles
  • 2015 – 34,520 miles
  • 2014 – 27,592 miles
  • 2013 – 20,950 miles
  • 2012 – 17,292 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,827 miles
  • AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion on rear subframeRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,827 miles (+4,578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    107,827 miles
    Test number
    894515488279
    • AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion on rear subframe

  2. Pass103,249 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    103,249 miles
    Test number
    744421566618
    • AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion on rear subframe
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail103,236 miles (+4,072)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,236 miles
    Test number
    577547798445
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion on rear subframe
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass99,164 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    99,164 miles
    Test number
    412322346791
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail99,160 miles (+4,314)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,160 miles
    Test number
    579714954049
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass94,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    94,846 miles
    Test number
    871044363932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail94,845 miles (+5,098)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,845 miles
    Test number
    949284595243
    • DangerousExhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass89,747 miles (+6,048)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    89,747 miles
    Test number
    865445041360
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both sides

  9. Pass83,699 miles (+4,066)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    83,699 miles
    Test number
    191028530845
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt N/S REAR AND N/S FRONT
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  10. Pass79,633 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    79,633 miles
    Test number
    674342827212
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryInterior mirror insecure
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency requirements only just met

  11. Fail79,633 miles (+95)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,633 miles
    Test number
    133349139518
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryInterior mirror insecure
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency requirements only just met

  12. Fail79,538 miles (+6,062)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,538 miles
    Test number
    481174387661
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside dip beam, poor pattern
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged Interior rear view mirror hanging loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

  13. Pass73,476 miles (+10,900)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    73,476 miles
    Test number
    446406773117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    62,576 miles
    Test number
    422641507230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail62,576 miles (+15,638)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,576 miles
    Test number
    312259594839
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  16. Pass46,938 miles (+5,775)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    46,938 miles
    Test number
    397636226099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass41,163 miles (+6,643)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    41,163 miles
    Test number
    978499433725
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn

  18. Pass34,520 miles (+6,928)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    34,520 miles
    Test number
    186177215172
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass27,592 miles (+6,642)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    27,592 miles
    Test number
    847802714151
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass20,950 miles (+3,658)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    20,950 miles
    Test number
    847781343144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    17,292 miles
    Test number
    107429092213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 MXJ

Does L16 MXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 MXJ is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 MXJ?
The MOT on L16 MXJ is valid until 24 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 MXJ done?
L16 MXJ was recorded at 107,827 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 6,714 miles a year.
Has L16 MXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 MXJ has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L16 MXJ 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 MXJ find?
L16 MXJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: advanced corrosion on rear subframe.

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