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BMW 316

Green · Petrol · 1994 · 1,596 cc

L92 OWUMOT history

L92 OWU is a green petrol BMW 316 first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 186,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jul 2027
Mileage
186,999 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
1,739 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L92 OWU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L92 OWU was last recorded at 186,999 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,988 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
1,739 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 186,999 miles
  • 2025 – 186,988 miles
  • 2024 – 186,958 miles
  • 2019 – 178,412 miles
  • 2017 – 175,677 miles
  • 2016 – 173,707 miles
  • 2015 – 171,335 miles
  • 2014 – 170,266 miles
  • 2013 – 168,094 miles
  • 2012 – 166,026 miles
  • 2011 – 164,061 miles
  • 2010 – 162,107 miles
  • 2009 – 160,096 miles
  • 2008 – 157,316 miles
  • 2007 – 154,766 miles
  • 2006 – 152,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,999 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 22 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,999 miles (+11)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    186,999 miles
    Test number
    105702774247
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass186,988 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    186,988 miles
    Test number
    323016557288
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail186,985 miles (+27)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,985 miles
    Test number
    831572091349
    • DangerousFront Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass186,958 miles (+8,546)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    186,958 miles
    Test number
    493331336193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass178,412 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    178,412 miles
    Test number
    187959351459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  6. Fail178,412 miles (+1,252)5 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,412 miles
    Test number
    294944979331
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  7. Pass177,160 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    177,160 miles
    Test number
    810748203180
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under servo (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear arches slight corrosion

  8. Fail177,159 miles (+1,482)6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,159 miles
    Test number
    421334206757
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches have slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under servo (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 2.4mm and perishing on walls (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm and perishing on walls (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass175,677 miles (+34)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    175,677 miles
    Test number
    930315949203
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5 mill and cracking (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5 mill and cracking (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine chain cover
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryDrive belt cracking

  10. Fail175,643 miles (+1,936)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,643 miles
    Test number
    956052985104
    • FailureNearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5 mill and cracking (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5 mill and cracking (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine chain cover
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryDrive belt cracking

  11. Pass173,707 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    173,707 miles
    Test number
    110664727576
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Master Cylinder/Servo (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail173,696 miles (+2,361)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,696 miles
    Test number
    148872431480
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Master Cylinder/Servo (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass171,335 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    171,335 miles
    Test number
    316732025276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake pipes corroded

  14. Fail171,335 miles (+1,069)2 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,335 miles
    Test number
    217399615247
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake pipes corroded

  15. Pass170,266 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    170,266 miles
    Test number
    299519434273
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder bonnet brake pipes corroded

  16. Fail170,266 miles (+2,172)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,266 miles
    Test number
    508378234246
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder bonnet brake pipes corroded

  17. Pass168,094 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    168,094 miles
    Test number
    236787423297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail168,094 miles (+2,068)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,094 miles
    Test number
    386677723203
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass166,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    166,026 miles
    Test number
    487142412236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail166,026 miles (+1,965)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,026 miles
    Test number
    218992812215
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass164,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    164,061 miles
    Test number
    167581011297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail164,061 miles (+1,954)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,061 miles
    Test number
    486140911237
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass162,107 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    162,107 miles
    Test number
    711673000245
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Fail162,107 miles (+2,011)1 failure3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,107 miles
    Test number
    161023800234
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  25. Pass160,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    160,096 miles
    Test number
    442583389121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail160,096 miles (+2,780)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,096 miles
    Test number
    814263189118
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Fail157,316 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,316 miles
    Test number
    182119178118
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Pass157,316 miles (+2,550)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    157,316 miles
    Test number
    403669778163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass154,766 miles (+2,601)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    154,766 miles
    Test number
    241140287467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass152,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    152,165 miles
    Test number
    124403476171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail152,165 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,165 miles
    Test number
    412023076193
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L92 OWU

Does L92 OWU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L92 OWU is valid until 2 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L92 OWU?
The MOT on L92 OWU is valid until 2 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L92 OWU done?
L92 OWU was recorded at 186,999 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 1,739 miles a year.
Has L92 OWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L92 OWU has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L92 OWU 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 L92 OWU find?
L92 OWU passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; windscreen wiper blade defective, and 1 more.

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