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BMW 335

Black · Diesel · 2017 · 2,993 cc

L16 XMLMOT history

L16 XML is a black diesel BMW 335 first used on 31 Jan 2017. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 59,309 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
59,309 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,567 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 XML
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
335
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
31 Jan 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 XML was last recorded at 59,309 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,306 miles · 5 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,567 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,309 miles
  • 2025 – 52,537 miles
  • 2024 – 48,806 miles
  • 2023 – 44,057 miles
  • 2022 – 39,620 miles
  • 2021 – 34,873 miles
  • 2020 – 31,865 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,309 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

10 tests since 3 Jan 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,309 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    59,309 miles
    Test number
    674457212903
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail59,306 miles (+6,769)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,306 miles
    Test number
    967246028930
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn torque arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement torque arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass52,537 miles (+3,731)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    52,537 miles
    Test number
    331623921640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass48,806 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    48,806 miles
    Test number
    656348357315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail48,804 miles (+4,747)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,804 miles
    Test number
    799905342617
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass44,057 miles (+4,437)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    44,057 miles
    Test number
    630636937360
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass39,620 miles (+4,747)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    39,620 miles
    Test number
    896771063380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass34,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    34,873 miles
    Test number
    124394994175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail34,873 miles (+3,008)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,873 miles
    Test number
    963175914441
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass31,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    31,865 miles
    Test number
    192203359303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 XML

Does L16 XML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 XML is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 XML?
The MOT on L16 XML is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 XML done?
L16 XML was recorded at 59,309 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 4,567 miles a year.
Has L16 XML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 XML has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 XML 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 XML find?
L16 XML passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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