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BMW 116

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,596 cc

L22 BVOMOT history

L22 BVO is a black diesel BMW 116 first used on 16 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 145,659 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
145,659 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,343 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L22 BVO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L22 BVO was last recorded at 145,659 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 8,761 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
136,898 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
8,761 miles
Average per year
8,343 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,659 miles
  • 2025 – 136,898 miles
  • 2024 – 114,298 miles
  • 2023 – 110,741 miles
  • 2022 – 105,070 miles
  • 2021 – 94,028 miles
  • 2020 – 91,526 miles
  • 2019 – 87,001 miles
  • 2018 – 81,204 miles
  • 2017 – 74,434 miles
  • 2016 – 67,422 miles
  • 2015 – 59,388 miles
  • 2014 – 51,757 miles
  • 2013 – 42,627 miles
  • 2012 – 36,472 miles
  • 2011 – 27,779 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,659 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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.

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Nov 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,659 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    145,659 miles
    Test number
    930799157314
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  2. Fail145,659 miles (+8,761)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,659 miles
    Test number
    185972649135
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  3. Pass136,898 miles (+22,600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    136,898 miles
    Test number
    939062456949
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass114,298 miles (+3,557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    114,298 miles
    Test number
    115521337532
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass110,741 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    110,741 miles
    Test number
    563396416852
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail110,741 miles (+5,671)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,741 miles
    Test number
    790881082528
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass105,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    105,070 miles
    Test number
    790943232728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail105,070 miles (+11,042)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,070 miles
    Test number
    509758061876
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  9. Pass94,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    94,028 miles
    Test number
    567229423945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail94,025 miles (+2,499)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,025 miles
    Test number
    685687627744
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  11. Pass91,526 miles (+4,525)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    91,526 miles
    Test number
    699489519589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass87,001 miles (+5,797)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    87,001 miles
    Test number
    556584872976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,204 miles (+6,770)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    81,204 miles
    Test number
    328996685019
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass74,434 miles (+7,012)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    74,434 miles
    Test number
    887532795406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,422 miles (+8,034)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    67,422 miles
    Test number
    284903606259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,388 miles (+7,631)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    59,388 miles
    Test number
    610166240190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,757 miles (+9,130)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    51,757 miles
    Test number
    925278804308
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
  18. Pass42,627 miles (+6,155)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    42,627 miles
    Test number
    655175413368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,472 miles (+8,693)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    36,472 miles
    Test number
    466474602371
    • NoteRear brake pads worn very low just passed test
  20. Pass27,779 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    27,779 miles
    Test number
    125574931386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L22 BVO

Does L22 BVO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L22 BVO is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L22 BVO?
The MOT on L22 BVO is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L22 BVO done?
L22 BVO was recorded at 145,659 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 8,343 miles a year.
Has L22 BVO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L22 BVO has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L22 BVO 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 L22 BVO find?
L22 BVO passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights.

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