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BMW 116

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,496 cc

L8 SNVMOT history

L8 SNV is a black diesel BMW 116 first used on 27 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 120,646 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
120,646 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
12,503 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 SNV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,496 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
27 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 SNV was last recorded at 120,646 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 9,382 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,264 miles · 21 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
9,382 miles
Average per year
12,503 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,646 miles
  • 2025 – 111,264 miles
  • 2024 – 103,789 miles
  • 2023 – 75,723 miles
  • 2022 – 71,371 miles
  • 2021 – 66,074 miles
  • 2020 – 50,998 miles
  • 2019 – 32,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,646 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

10 tests since 28 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,646 miles (+9,382)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    120,646 miles
    Test number
    844475325413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass111,264 miles (+7,475)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    111,264 miles
    Test number
    844401946462
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NS/OS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass103,789 miles (+28,066)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    103,789 miles
    Test number
    881467372659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass75,723 miles (+4,352)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    75,723 miles
    Test number
    936725607221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass71,371 miles (+5,297)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    71,371 miles
    Test number
    850086685815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass66,074 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    66,074 miles
    Test number
    496957432122
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail66,058 miles (+15,060)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,058 miles
    Test number
    804901007076
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass50,998 miles (+18,668)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    50,998 miles
    Test number
    145429287815
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass32,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    32,330 miles
    Test number
    485520881142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail32,330 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,330 miles
    Test number
    600200362373
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Questions about L8 SNV

Does L8 SNV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 SNV is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 SNV?
The MOT on L8 SNV is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 SNV done?
L8 SNV was recorded at 120,646 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 12,503 miles a year.
Has L8 SNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 SNV has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on L8 SNV 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 SNV find?
L8 SNV passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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