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BMW 316

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

L55 JMTMOT history

L55 JMT is a green petrol BMW 316 first used on 14 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 115,662 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

L55 JMT green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
115,662 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,880 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 JMT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 JMT was last recorded at 115,662 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 4,913 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,749 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,913 miles
Average per year
3,880 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,662 miles
  • 2024 – 110,749 miles
  • 2023 – 104,386 miles
  • 2022 – 98,141 miles
  • 2021 – 93,493 miles
  • 2020 – 90,696 miles
  • 2019 – 87,908 miles
  • 2018 – 83,914 miles
  • 2017 – 80,249 miles
  • 2016 – 76,610 miles
  • 2015 – 74,505 miles
  • 2014 – 71,758 miles
  • 2013 – 69,791 miles
  • 2012 – 66,501 miles
  • 2011 – 62,083 miles
  • 2010 – 57,356 miles
  • 2009 – 54,279 miles
  • 2008 – 49,739 miles
  • 2007 – 46,302 miles
  • 2006 – 43,355 miles
  • 2005 – 37,223 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,662 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Engine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,662 miles (+4,913)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    115,662 miles
    Test number
    998177034835
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  2. Pass110,749 miles (+6,363)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    110,749 miles
    Test number
    723075611981
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met limit 16%
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  3. Pass104,386 miles (+6,245)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    104,386 miles
    Test number
    760933103459
    • AdvisoryEngine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass98,141 miles (+4,648)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    98,141 miles
    Test number
    185570385569
    • AdvisoryEngine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass93,493 miles (+2,797)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    93,493 miles
    Test number
    556187249003
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass90,696 miles (+2,788)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    90,696 miles
    Test number
    756481007114
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers + under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass87,908 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    87,908 miles
    Test number
    856149209002
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail87,908 miles (+3,994)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,908 miles
    Test number
    305002027526
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass83,914 miles (+3,665)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    83,914 miles
    Test number
    197664931617
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass80,249 miles (+3,639)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    80,249 miles
    Test number
    588934913284
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking

  11. Pass76,610 miles (+2,105)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    76,610 miles
    Test number
    639227559013
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perishing

  12. Pass74,505 miles (+2,747)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    74,505 miles
    Test number
    327870581704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass71,758 miles (+1,967)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    71,758 miles
    Test number
    367639334275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBrake pipes greased
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle waxoiled

  14. Pass69,791 miles (+3,290)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    69,791 miles
    Test number
    485948223265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    66,501 miles
    Test number
    368967332201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail66,501 miles (+4,418)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,501 miles
    Test number
    547047732207
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass62,083 miles8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    62,083 miles
    Test number
    176424741279
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteGearbox output seal leak/weap.
    • NoteSlight play in both sides rack ends or possibly the rack itself.

  18. Fail62,082 miles (+4,726)1 failure8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,082 miles
    Test number
    538904141261
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteGearbox output seal leak/weap.
    • NoteSlight play in both sides rack ends or possibly the rack itself.

  19. Fail57,356 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,356 miles
    Test number
    131531430258
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass57,356 miles (+3,077)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    57,356 miles
    Test number
    334521630489
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass54,279 miles (+4,540)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    54,279 miles
    Test number
    470220339260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail49,739 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,739 miles
    Test number
    141958928281
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass49,739 miles (+3,437)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    49,739 miles
    Test number
    801948928201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass46,302 miles (+2,947)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    46,302 miles
    Test number
    211414437298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,355 miles (+6,132)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    43,355 miles
    Test number
    721388826269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass37,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    37,223 miles
    Test number
    380675335493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 JMT

Does L55 JMT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 JMT is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L55 JMT?
The MOT on L55 JMT is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 JMT done?
L55 JMT was recorded at 115,662 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 3,880 miles a year.
Has L55 JMT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 JMT has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on L55 JMT 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 L55 JMT find?
L55 JMT passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; nearside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded; offside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded, and 1 more.

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