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BMW 116

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,596 cc

LM10 OVCMOT history

LM10 OVC is a grey diesel BMW 116 first used on 7 May 2010. Its MOT expired on 20 Aug 2026 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 273,217 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

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MOT
Expired
On 20 Aug 2026
Mileage
273,217 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
18,707 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM10 OVC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
7 May 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM10 OVC was last recorded at 273,217 miles on 22 May 2026, 51,721 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
221,496 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
51,721 miles
Average per year
18,707 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 273,217 miles
  • 2025 – 221,496 miles
  • 2024 – 211,361 miles
  • 2023 – 196,958 miles
  • 2022 – 178,564 miles
  • 2021 – 159,666 miles
  • 2020 – 144,910 miles
  • 2019 – 119,998 miles
  • 2018 – 107,894 miles
  • 2017 – 93,460 miles
  • 2016 – 79,326 miles
  • 2015 – 64,520 miles
  • 2014 – 50,210 miles
  • 2013 – 29,427 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail273,217 miles
  • DangerousFront Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected screen excessively scored (3.2 (c) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel 36kg/f (1.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail273,217 miles (+51,721)2 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    273,217 miles
    Test number
    235159747836
    • DangerousFront Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected screen excessively scored (3.2 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel 36kg/f (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass221,496 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    221,496 miles
    Test number
    585918387570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  3. Fail221,491 miles (+10,130)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,491 miles
    Test number
    438781222021
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Exhaust particulate filter obviously defective flex pipe detached (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass211,361 miles (+14,403)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    211,361 miles
    Test number
    107298045208
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass196,958 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    196,958 miles
    Test number
    508353024284
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothsides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail196,958 miles (+18,394)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,958 miles
    Test number
    398205799619
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested due to bulb not working (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothsides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass178,564 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    178,564 miles
    Test number
    934399664111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail178,537 miles (+18,871)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,537 miles
    Test number
    451659870344
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn to ply 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cords exposed 205/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass159,666 miles (+238)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    159,666 miles
    Test number
    353611124161
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perishing
    • 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))

  10. Fail159,428 miles (+14,518)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,428 miles
    Test number
    592785690351
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Exhaust about to fall off (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  11. Pass144,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    144,910 miles
    Test number
    957007159065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail144,910 miles (+24,912)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,910 miles
    Test number
    943713614488
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass119,998 miles (+12,104)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    119,998 miles
    Test number
    663280294262
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass107,894 miles (+117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    107,894 miles
    Test number
    260687125667
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail107,777 miles (+14,317)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,777 miles
    Test number
    281275356128
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass93,460 miles (+14,134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    93,460 miles
    Test number
    515409746470
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass79,326 miles (+14,806)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    79,326 miles
    Test number
    283659524983
    • AdvisoryEmissions not detected

  18. Pass64,520 miles (+14,310)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    64,520 miles
    Test number
    909505175089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass50,210 miles (+20,783)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    50,210 miles
    Test number
    788556034110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    29,427 miles
    Test number
    229750133497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail29,427 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,427 miles
    Test number
    527910733128
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LM10 OVC

Does LM10 OVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM10 OVC expired on 20 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM10 OVC?
The MOT on LM10 OVC expired on 20 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM10 OVC done?
LM10 OVC was recorded at 273,217 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 18,707 miles a year.
Has LM10 OVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM10 OVC has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LM10 OVC 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 LM10 OVC find?
LM10 OVC failed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 2 dangerous defects, 8 major defects and 1 advisory: front windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected screen excessively scored; offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; front bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted, and 8 more.

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