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BMW 116

Grey · Petrol · 2013 · 1,598 cc

L8 RAUMOT history

L8 RAU is a grey petrol BMW 116 first used on 25 Nov 2013. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 49,260 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
49,260 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,749 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 RAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
25 Nov 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 RAU was last recorded at 49,260 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 2,370 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,890 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,370 miles
Average per year
3,749 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,260 miles
  • 2025 – 46,890 miles
  • 2024 – 45,188 miles
  • 2023 – 42,807 miles
  • 2022 – 39,543 miles
  • 2021 – 37,418 miles
  • 2020 – 35,722 miles
  • 2019 – 31,587 miles
  • 2018 – 23,673 miles
  • 2017 – 14,600 miles
  • 2016 – 14,404 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,260 miles
  • AdvisoryUndertrays

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, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 21 Nov 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,260 miles (+2,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    49,260 miles
    Test number
    840899056157
    • AdvisoryUndertrays

  2. Pass46,890 miles (+1,702)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    46,890 miles
    Test number
    361216294675
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Pass45,188 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    45,188 miles
    Test number
    772478632226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail45,188 miles (+2,381)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,188 miles
    Test number
    505796162757
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both plates misspaced (0.1 (d))

  5. Pass42,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    42,807 miles
    Test number
    767033720885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail42,807 miles (+3,264)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,807 miles
    Test number
    804818366860
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass39,543 miles (+2,125)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    39,543 miles
    Test number
    764205769660
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass37,418 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    37,418 miles
    Test number
    821886741746
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail37,418 miles (+1,696)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,418 miles
    Test number
    249888767755
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed run flat 245-35-18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass35,722 miles (+4,135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    35,722 miles
    Test number
    559772913952
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass31,587 miles (+7,914)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    31,587 miles
    Test number
    964917942193
    • AdvisoryFront Engine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Pass23,673 miles (+9,073)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    23,673 miles
    Test number
    233200921606
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront stone chips on windscreen.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre damage to sidewall(no cords showing)+nail in tread.
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/undertrays fitted.

  13. Pass14,600 miles (+196)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    14,600 miles
    Test number
    590650365858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass14,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    14,404 miles
    Test number
    907094078677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 RAU

Does L8 RAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 RAU is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 RAU?
The MOT on L8 RAU is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 RAU done?
L8 RAU was recorded at 49,260 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 3,749 miles a year.
Has L8 RAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 RAU has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L8 RAU 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 L8 RAU find?
L8 RAU passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: undertrays.

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