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BMW X3

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

L16 SSLMOT history

L16 SSL is a black diesel BMW X3 first used on 13 Nov 2015. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 143,151 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

L16 SSL black BMW X3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
143,151 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,763 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 SSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X3
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
13 Nov 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 SSL was last recorded at 143,151 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 10,471 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
132,680 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
10,471 miles
Average per year
10,763 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,151 miles
  • 2025 – 132,680 miles
  • 2024 – 121,464 miles
  • 2023 – 109,153 miles
  • 2022 – 96,752 miles
  • 2021 – 86,945 miles
  • 2020 – 74,401 miles
  • 2019 – 73,522 miles
  • 2018 – 58,018 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,151 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 26 Oct 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,151 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    143,151 miles
    Test number
    520416765567
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail143,151 miles (+10,471)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,151 miles
    Test number
    492697640496
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass132,680 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    132,680 miles
    Test number
    544405309891
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail132,680 miles (+11,216)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,680 miles
    Test number
    567081686250
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass121,464 miles (+12,311)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    121,464 miles
    Test number
    374503216807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass109,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    109,153 miles
    Test number
    451569787479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail109,153 miles (+12,401)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,153 miles
    Test number
    274908523930
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass96,752 miles (+9,807)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    96,752 miles
    Test number
    607008946002
    • 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))

  9. Pass86,945 miles (+12,544)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    86,945 miles
    Test number
    271575162309
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass74,401 miles (+879)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    74,401 miles
    Test number
    310519943922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,522 miles (+15,504)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,522 miles
    Test number
    379081822127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,018 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    58,018 miles
    Test number
    418383067996
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L16 SSL

Does L16 SSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 SSL is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 SSL?
The MOT on L16 SSL is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 SSL done?
L16 SSL was recorded at 143,151 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 10,763 miles a year.
Has L16 SSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 SSL has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 SSL 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 SSL find?
L16 SSL passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside inner edges; offside front steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod, and 2 more.

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