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BMW 116

Silver · Diesel · 2016 · 1,496 cc

L22 DCXMOT history

L22 DCX is a silver diesel BMW 116 first used on 5 Sept 2016. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 155,895 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
155,895 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
15,429 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L22 DCX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,496 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
5 Sept 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L22 DCX was last recorded at 155,895 miles on 21 Mar 2026, 20,855 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,040 miles · 8 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
20,855 miles
Average per year
15,429 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,895 miles
  • 2025 – 135,040 miles
  • 2024 – 119,157 miles
  • 2023 – 100,913 miles
  • 2022 – 88,568 miles
  • 2021 – 77,239 miles
  • 2020 – 63,153 miles
  • 2019 – 54,597 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,895 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip, zone A

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

10 tests since 27 Aug 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,895 miles (+20,855)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    155,895 miles
    Test number
    151198141931
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass135,040 miles (+15,883)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    135,040 miles
    Test number
    189285877467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass119,157 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    119,157 miles
    Test number
    666955272440
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose Front exhaust flexi joint worn - Exhaust still secure. (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail119,157 miles (+18,244)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,157 miles
    Test number
    709079155928
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose Front exhaust flexi joint worn - Exhaust still secure. (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass100,913 miles (+12,345)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    100,913 miles
    Test number
    507667779293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on outer edge to 3mm. 205/55R16 91V Pirelli. (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass88,568 miles (+11,329)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    88,568 miles
    Test number
    800188327456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass77,239 miles (+14,086)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    77,239 miles
    Test number
    160139413943
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp damaged but still working ok
  8. Pass63,153 miles (+8,556)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    63,153 miles
    Test number
    533205879640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass54,597 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    54,597 miles
    Test number
    335771572105
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip, zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
  10. Fail54,597 miles1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,597 miles
    Test number
    159922359140
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip, zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about L22 DCX

Does L22 DCX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L22 DCX is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L22 DCX?
The MOT on L22 DCX is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L22 DCX done?
L22 DCX was recorded at 155,895 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2026, an average of 15,429 miles a year.
Has L22 DCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L22 DCX has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L22 DCX 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 DCX find?
L22 DCX passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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