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BMW 116

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

L40 GAUMOT history

L40 GAU is a black diesel BMW 116 first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 107,508 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
107,508 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,911 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 GAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 GAU was last recorded at 107,508 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 4,186 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,322 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,186 miles
Average per year
5,911 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,508 miles
  • 2025 – 103,322 miles
  • 2024 – 99,715 miles
  • 2023 – 95,461 miles
  • 2022 – 89,578 miles
  • 2021 – 83,317 miles
  • 2020 – 79,765 miles
  • 2019 – 76,097 miles
  • 2018 – 70,676 miles
  • 2017 – 61,343 miles
  • 2016 – 53,624 miles
  • 2015 – 46,919 miles
  • 2014 – 40,346 miles
  • 2013 – 32,439 miles
  • 2012 – 24,425 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,508 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,508 miles (+4,186)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    107,508 miles
    Test number
    387800449771
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass103,322 miles (+3,607)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    103,322 miles
    Test number
    357939142876
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  3. Pass99,715 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    99,715 miles
    Test number
    365842977737
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rubber is cracking/perishing (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  4. Fail99,715 miles (+4,254)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,715 miles
    Test number
    485681271198
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rubber is cracking/perishing (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  5. Pass95,461 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    95,461 miles
    Test number
    200664086099
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  6. Fail95,458 miles (+5,880)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,458 miles
    Test number
    254238315146
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass89,578 miles (+6,261)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    89,578 miles
    Test number
    477853903259
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror damage

  8. Pass83,317 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    83,317 miles
    Test number
    809319030140
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail83,317 miles (+3,552)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,317 miles
    Test number
    944017568677
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Deep tears along inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass79,765 miles (+3,668)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    79,765 miles
    Test number
    272325801851
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre getting low

  11. Pass76,097 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    76,097 miles
    Test number
    321934535269
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail76,096 miles (+5,420)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,096 miles
    Test number
    659898033304
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Large split along inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass70,676 miles (+9,333)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    70,676 miles
    Test number
    258599736077
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside control arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  14. Pass61,343 miles (+7,719)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    61,343 miles
    Test number
    774871984175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,624 miles (+6,705)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    53,624 miles
    Test number
    195938501449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass46,919 miles (+6,573)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    46,919 miles
    Test number
    317869059772
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  17. Pass40,346 miles (+7,907)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    40,346 miles
    Test number
    166460674237
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass32,439 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    32,439 miles
    Test number
    557909263208
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Fail32,439 miles (+8,014)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,439 miles
    Test number
    357209463487
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass24,425 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    24,425 miles
    Test number
    588439942233
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer edge starting to show heavy wear.
    • NoteSat/nav/phn bracket on dash at o/s not impairing drivers view.

  21. Fail24,425 miles1 dangerous2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,425 miles
    Test number
    529127142263
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer edge starting to show heavy wear.
    • NoteSat/nav/phn bracket on dash at o/s not impairing drivers view.

Questions about L40 GAU

Does L40 GAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 GAU is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 GAU?
The MOT on L40 GAU is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 GAU done?
L40 GAU was recorded at 107,508 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 5,911 miles a year.
Has L40 GAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 GAU has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on L40 GAU 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 L40 GAU find?
L40 GAU passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 2 more.

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