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BMW 430

Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 2,993 cc

LE16 AAXMOT history

LE16 AAX is a blue diesel BMW 430 first used on 30 Jun 2016. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 166,262 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
166,262 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
19,080 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE16 AAX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
430
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
30 Jun 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE16 AAX was last recorded at 166,262 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 22,000 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,262 miles · 17 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
22,000 miles
Average per year
19,080 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,262 miles
  • 2025 – 128,226 miles
  • 2024 – 112,537 miles
  • 2023 – 99,683 miles
  • 2022 – 80,725 miles
  • 2021 – 62,442 miles
  • 2020 – 47,710 miles
  • 2019 – 30,167 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,262 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass166,262 miles (+22,000)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    166,262 miles
    Test number
    938608565235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail144,262 miles (+16,036)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,262 miles
    Test number
    543529423496
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass128,226 miles (+15,689)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    128,226 miles
    Test number
    827451737387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass112,537 miles (+12,854)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    112,537 miles
    Test number
    831033462398
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass99,683 miles (+18,958)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    99,683 miles
    Test number
    956385216292
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass80,725 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    80,725 miles
    Test number
    305797704145
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail80,725 miles (+18,283)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,725 miles
    Test number
    296026793497
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass62,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    62,442 miles
    Test number
    481929460386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail62,442 miles (+14,732)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,442 miles
    Test number
    738161716567
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass47,710 miles (+17,543)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    47,710 miles
    Test number
    747541470083
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass30,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    30,167 miles
    Test number
    120062738540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail30,167 miles (+144)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,167 miles
    Test number
    925339560301
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass30,023 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    30,023 miles
    Test number
    307444460426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLow emissions no printout produced

Questions about LE16 AAX

Does LE16 AAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE16 AAX is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE16 AAX?
The MOT on LE16 AAX is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE16 AAX done?
LE16 AAX was recorded at 166,262 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 19,080 miles a year.
Has LE16 AAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE16 AAX has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LE16 AAX 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 LE16 AAX find?
LE16 AAX passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive rear axle; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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