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BMW 116

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

L4 RXVMOT history

L4 RXV is a grey diesel BMW 116 first used on 24 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 19 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 145,466 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2026.

L4 RXV grey BMW 1 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 1 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Sept 2027
Mileage
145,466 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,097 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 RXV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
24 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L4 RXV was last recorded at 145,466 miles on 12 Sept 2026, 4,913 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,553 miles · 18 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,913 miles
Average per year
6,097 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,466 miles
  • 2025 – 140,553 miles
  • 2024 – 130,104 miles
  • 2023 – 121,783 miles
  • 2022 – 115,293 miles
  • 2021 – 106,975 miles
  • 2020 – 103,575 miles
  • 2019 – 103,165 miles
  • 2018 – 100,609 miles
  • 2017 – 92,937 miles
  • 2016 – 83,370 miles
  • 2015 – 77,605 miles
  • 2014 – 69,352 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,466 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output deteriorated and damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,466 miles (+4,913)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    145,466 miles
    Test number
    387064468662
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass140,553 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    140,553 miles
    Test number
    919962737748
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output deteriorated and damage (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail140,549 miles (+10,445)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,549 miles
    Test number
    211168544750
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output deteriorated and damage (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass130,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    130,104 miles
    Test number
    912258691012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail130,104 miles (+8,321)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,104 miles
    Test number
    249217918052
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass121,783 miles (+6,490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    121,783 miles
    Test number
    943637443508
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Pass115,293 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    115,293 miles
    Test number
    140558733345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail115,293 miles (+3,432)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,293 miles
    Test number
    413459024000
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass111,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    111,861 miles
    Test number
    205790702932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail111,861 miles (+4,886)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,861 miles
    Test number
    553135911584
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  11. Pass106,975 miles (+3,400)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    106,975 miles
    Test number
    970124031238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass103,575 miles (+410)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    103,575 miles
    Test number
    635672878123
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  13. Pass103,165 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    103,165 miles
    Test number
    404708056224
    • AdvisoryRear propshaft doughtnut deteriating
    • AdvisoryOuter sill and underbody covers fitted

  14. Fail103,165 miles (+2,556)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,165 miles
    Test number
    711132170032
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear propshaft doughtnut deteriating
    • AdvisoryOuter sill and underbody covers fitted

  15. Pass100,609 miles (+7,672)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    100,609 miles
    Test number
    515340477006
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have slight wear on outer edges
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slight cracking/spliting
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass92,937 miles (+9,567)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    92,937 miles
    Test number
    320861519045
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/55R16 (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass83,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    83,370 miles
    Test number
    667520557656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail83,370 miles (+5,765)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,370 miles
    Test number
    663778820007
    • Repaired at testRear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

  19. Pass77,605 miles (+8,253)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    77,605 miles
    Test number
    618755685090
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass69,352 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    69,352 miles
    Test number
    886478274057
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about L4 RXV

Does L4 RXV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L4 RXV is valid until 19 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L4 RXV?
The MOT on L4 RXV is valid until 19 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L4 RXV done?
L4 RXV was recorded at 145,466 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2026, an average of 6,097 miles a year.
Has L4 RXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 RXV has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on L4 RXV 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 L4 RXV find?
L4 RXV passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: brake disc worn, but not excessively both front; coil spring corroded both rear coil springs; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 2 more.

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