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BMW 116

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,496 cc

L5 EGMMOT history

L5 EGM is a black diesel BMW 116 first used on 1 Sept 2015. Its MOT is valid until 13 Feb 2027 and it has passed 9 of 10 MOT tests, with 118,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Feb 2027
Mileage
118,690 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
10
9 passed · 1 failed
Per year
9,876 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 EGM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,496 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
1 Sept 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 EGM was last recorded at 118,690 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 19,324 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
99,366 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
19,324 miles
Average per year
9,876 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,690 miles
  • 2025 – 99,366 miles
  • 2024 – 85,708 miles
  • 2023 – 77,348 miles
  • 2022 – 69,156 miles
  • 2021 – 59,486 miles
  • 2020 – 55,042 miles
  • 2019 – 47,827 miles
  • 2018 – 40,949 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,690 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

10 tests since 30 Mar 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,690 miles (+19,324)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    118,690 miles
    Test number
    607703740572
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass99,366 miles (+13,658)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    99,366 miles
    Test number
    984762658203
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass85,708 miles (+8,360)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    85,708 miles
    Test number
    435863153587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass77,348 miles (+8,192)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    77,348 miles
    Test number
    704535812735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass69,156 miles (+9,670)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    69,156 miles
    Test number
    150410924369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass59,486 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    59,486 miles
    Test number
    552234762073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail59,486 miles (+4,444)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,486 miles
    Test number
    676047364843
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass55,042 miles (+7,215)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    55,042 miles
    Test number
    730461032055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass47,827 miles (+6,878)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    47,827 miles
    Test number
    639850131691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass40,949 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    40,949 miles
    Test number
    703830056222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 EGM

Does L5 EGM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 EGM is valid until 13 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 EGM?
The MOT on L5 EGM is valid until 13 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 EGM done?
L5 EGM was recorded at 118,690 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 9,876 miles a year.
Has L5 EGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 EGM has failed 1 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on L5 EGM 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 L5 EGM find?
L5 EGM passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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