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BMW 116

Blue · Diesel · 2015 · 1,496 cc

L40 SDJMOT history

L40 SDJ is a blue diesel BMW 116 first used on 7 Jul 2015. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 139,888 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2027
Mileage
139,888 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
12,912 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 SDJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,496 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
7 Jul 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 SDJ was last recorded at 139,888 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 16,494 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
123,394 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
16,494 miles
Average per year
12,912 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,888 miles
  • 2025 – 123,394 miles
  • 2024 – 105,563 miles
  • 2023 – 87,031 miles
  • 2022 – 68,226 miles
  • 2021 – 55,850 miles
  • 2020 – 46,614 miles
  • 2019 – 39,208 miles
  • 2018 – 33,202 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,888 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust flexi slightly damaged
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

11 tests since 4 Jul 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,888 miles (+16,494)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    139,888 miles
    Test number
    190821082081
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass123,394 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    123,394 miles
    Test number
    714759217201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail123,394 miles (+17,831)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,394 miles
    Test number
    460054399844
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Brake lining(s) missing Partially missing and insecure (1.1.13 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass105,563 miles (+18,532)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    105,563 miles
    Test number
    547700523878
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass87,031 miles (+18,805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    87,031 miles
    Test number
    464587215743
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both offside front and nearside front brake reaction bushes slightly cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass68,226 miles (+12,376)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    68,226 miles
    Test number
    796542723168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass55,850 miles (+9,236)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    55,850 miles
    Test number
    475090515558
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass46,614 miles (+7,406)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    46,614 miles
    Test number
    471884340056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass39,208 miles (+6,006)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    39,208 miles
    Test number
    375135495044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass33,202 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    33,202 miles
    Test number
    258811658459
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail33,202 miles1 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,202 miles
    Test number
    374176310503
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

Questions about L40 SDJ

Does L40 SDJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 SDJ is valid until 25 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 SDJ?
The MOT on L40 SDJ is valid until 25 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 SDJ done?
L40 SDJ was recorded at 139,888 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 12,912 miles a year.
Has L40 SDJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 SDJ has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L40 SDJ 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 SDJ find?
L40 SDJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust flexi slightly damaged; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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