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BMW 316

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,895 cc

L23 OLTMOT history

L23 OLT is a black petrol BMW 316 first used on 14 Mar 2000. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 136,960 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2026
Mileage
136,960 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,304 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 OLT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
14 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 OLT was last recorded at 136,960 miles on 9 Sept 2025, 8,745 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,215 miles · 17 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
8,745 miles
Average per year
5,304 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 136,960 miles
  • 2023 – 128,215 miles
  • 2022 – 127,505 miles
  • 2021 – 127,091 miles
  • 2020 – 126,585 miles
  • 2019 – 120,396 miles
  • 2017 – 118,945 miles
  • 2016 – 113,349 miles
  • 2015 – 106,855 miles
  • 2014 – 100,755 miles
  • 2013 – 92,627 miles
  • 2012 – 84,373 miles
  • 2011 – 77,473 miles
  • 2010 – 74,811 miles
  • 2009 – 68,240 miles
  • 2008 – 53,062 miles
  • 2007 – 38,882 miles
  • 2006 – 33,415 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,960 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

31 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,960 miles (+8,745)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    136,960 miles
    Test number
    252100575252
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass128,215 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    128,215 miles
    Test number
    217149687546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail128,210 miles (+705)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,210 miles
    Test number
    912525288059
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth fuel tank straps corroded

  4. Pass127,505 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    127,505 miles
    Test number
    652486362345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail127,503 miles (+412)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,503 miles
    Test number
    178437709882
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

  6. Pass127,091 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    127,091 miles
    Test number
    266076538674
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail127,091 miles (+506)3 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,091 miles
    Test number
    452057051942
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass126,585 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    126,585 miles
    Test number
    845550604401
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail126,584 miles (+6,188)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,584 miles
    Test number
    762578489118
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass120,396 miles (+1,451)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    120,396 miles
    Test number
    651527355234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass118,945 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    118,945 miles
    Test number
    511113391487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  12. Fail118,945 miles (+5,596)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,945 miles
    Test number
    707689697250
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wing mirror (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  13. Pass113,349 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    113,349 miles
    Test number
    445410494805
    • AdvisoryExhaust knocking against nearside rear driveshaft
    • AdvisoryFront pads getting low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush P bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear disc rusty

  14. Fail113,349 miles (+6,494)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,349 miles
    Test number
    571468039841
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault Light covered with tape (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust knocking against nearside rear driveshaft
    • AdvisoryFront pads getting low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush P bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear disc rusty

  15. Pass106,855 miles (+222)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    106,855 miles
    Test number
    337769215429
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFront exhaust mount missing
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on edges
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail106,633 miles (+5,878)4 failures4 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,633 miles
    Test number
    229728205289
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades split
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFront exhaust mount missing
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on edges
    • NoteNearside rear tyre close to wear bars
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Fail100,755 miles2 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,755 miles
    Test number
    507350314255
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass100,755 miles (+8,128)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    100,755 miles
    Test number
    868810514223
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass92,627 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    92,627 miles
    Test number
    757655903261
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Fail92,618 miles (+8,245)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,618 miles
    Test number
    935344303260
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass84,373 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    84,373 miles
    Test number
    477788002216
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail84,373 miles (+6,900)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,373 miles
    Test number
    567787502214
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass77,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    77,473 miles
    Test number
    306909901236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail77,473 miles (+2,662)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,473 miles
    Test number
    387007801268
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass74,811 miles (+39)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    74,811 miles
    Test number
    220352500265
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Fail74,772 miles (+6,532)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,772 miles
    Test number
    120143190119
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass68,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    68,240 miles
    Test number
    780336499168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail68,240 miles (+15,178)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,240 miles
    Test number
    694855799169
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

  29. Pass53,062 miles (+14,180)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    53,062 miles
    Test number
    381177478040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass38,882 miles (+5,467)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    38,882 miles
    Test number
    354661177022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  31. Pass33,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    33,415 miles
    Test number
    690932566057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 OLT

Does L23 OLT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L23 OLT expired on 8 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L23 OLT?
The MOT on L23 OLT expired on 8 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L23 OLT done?
L23 OLT was recorded at 136,960 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2025, an average of 5,304 miles a year.
Has L23 OLT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 OLT has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on L23 OLT 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 L23 OLT find?
L23 OLT passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; front oil leak, but not excessive engine oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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