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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

LP16 FHXMOT history

LP16 FHX is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 184,850 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

LP16 FHX grey 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 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
184,850 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
19,739 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP16 FHX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
4 Jul 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP16 FHX was last recorded at 184,850 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,841 miles · 28 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
19,739 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,850 miles
  • 2025 – 159,923 miles
  • 2024 – 140,352 miles
  • 2023 – 125,036 miles
  • 2022 – 102,673 miles
  • 2021 – 80,459 miles
  • 2020 – 65,932 miles
  • 2019 – 44,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,850 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Jun 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,850 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    184,850 miles
    Test number
    572116455365
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail184,841 miles (+24,918)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,841 miles
    Test number
    254783100262
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect STRONGLY ADVICE REPLACEMENT (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONGLY ADVICE REPLACEMENT 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect STRONGLY ADVICE REPLACEMENT (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass159,923 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    159,923 miles
    Test number
    228883485934
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail159,923 miles (+19,571)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,923 miles
    Test number
    217891644534
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass140,352 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    140,352 miles
    Test number
    847687307521
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail140,350 miles (+15,314)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,350 miles
    Test number
    977833213702
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass125,036 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    125,036 miles
    Test number
    652209120164
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  8. Fail125,036 miles (+22,363)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,036 miles
    Test number
    860195436806
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  9. Pass102,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    102,673 miles
    Test number
    594658147959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail102,667 miles (+22,208)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,667 miles
    Test number
    369062400097
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  11. Pass80,459 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    80,459 miles
    Test number
    622349999063
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean to pick up

  12. Fail80,459 miles (+14,527)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,459 miles
    Test number
    854426295380
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean to pick up

  13. Pass65,932 miles (+21,014)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    65,932 miles
    Test number
    715174804100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,918 miles (+470)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    44,918 miles
    Test number
    986186349695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    44,448 miles
    Test number
    750505910583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP16 FHX

Does LP16 FHX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP16 FHX is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP16 FHX?
The MOT on LP16 FHX is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP16 FHX done?
LP16 FHX was recorded at 184,850 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 19,739 miles a year.
Has LP16 FHX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP16 FHX has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LP16 FHX 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 LP16 FHX find?
LP16 FHX passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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