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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 2016 · 2,998 cc

LM16 ZCLMOT history

LM16 ZCL is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 64,246 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

LM16 ZCL red BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
64,246 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,422 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM16 ZCL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
30 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM16 ZCL was last recorded at 64,246 miles on 6 May 2026, 5,959 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,287 miles · 14 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,959 miles
Average per year
6,422 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,246 miles
  • 2025 – 58,287 miles
  • 2024 – 53,433 miles
  • 2023 – 49,432 miles
  • 2022 – 42,231 miles
  • 2021 – 34,597 miles
  • 2020 – 28,601 miles
  • 2019 – 18,760 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,246 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryFront brakes very squeaky
  • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel has had welding repairsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

11 tests since 6 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,246 miles (+5,959)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    64,246 miles
    Test number
    637569625670
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront brakes very squeaky
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel has had welding repairs

  2. Pass58,287 miles (+4,854)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    58,287 miles
    Test number
    528075853032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel has had welding repairs

  3. Pass53,433 miles (+4,001)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2025
    Odometer
    53,433 miles
    Test number
    604644695390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside of disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside of disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel has had welding repair to inner bead

  4. Pass49,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2024
    Odometer
    49,432 miles
    Test number
    613528856804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail49,432 miles (+7,201)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,432 miles
    Test number
    301824311719
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass42,231 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    42,231 miles
    Test number
    255562933299
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail42,231 miles (+7,634)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,231 miles
    Test number
    892340295121
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass34,597 miles (+151)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    34,597 miles
    Test number
    506561290178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail34,446 miles (+5,845)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,446 miles
    Test number
    620155330261
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))

  10. Pass28,601 miles (+9,841)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2021
    Odometer
    28,601 miles
    Test number
    807068927533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass18,760 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    18,760 miles
    Test number
    601472326593
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Questions about LM16 ZCL

Does LM16 ZCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM16 ZCL is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM16 ZCL?
The MOT on LM16 ZCL is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM16 ZCL done?
LM16 ZCL was recorded at 64,246 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 6,422 miles a year.
Has LM16 ZCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM16 ZCL has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LM16 ZCL 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 LM16 ZCL find?
LM16 ZCL passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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