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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 2,993 cc

LP16 VLAMOT history

LP16 VLA is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Jun 2016. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 133,401 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

LP16 VLA blue 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 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
133,401 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
9,675 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP16 VLA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
23 Jun 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP16 VLA was last recorded at 133,401 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 6,899 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,502 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,899 miles
Average per year
9,675 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,401 miles
  • 2025 – 126,502 miles
  • 2024 – 118,329 miles
  • 2023 – 111,266 miles
  • 2022 – 104,204 miles
  • 2021 – 82,489 miles
  • 2019 – 63,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,401 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass133,401 miles (+6,899)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    133,401 miles
    Test number
    494435245475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass126,502 miles (+8,173)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    126,502 miles
    Test number
    471713394580
    • AdvisoryEngine covers And Undertrays fitted obscuring some component's
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass118,329 miles (+7,063)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    118,329 miles
    Test number
    514751740248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass111,266 miles (+7,062)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    111,266 miles
    Test number
    170396881418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass104,204 miles (+98)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    104,204 miles
    Test number
    782113434511
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Fail104,106 miles (+21,617)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,106 miles
    Test number
    649201096937
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Also has nail (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged Also worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Also has nail (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass82,489 miles (+19,419)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    82,489 miles
    Test number
    800538758208
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted..
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wall damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre x3
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wall damaged

  8. Pass63,070 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,070 miles
    Test number
    832713924083
    • 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 Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about LP16 VLA

Does LP16 VLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP16 VLA is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP16 VLA?
The MOT on LP16 VLA is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP16 VLA done?
LP16 VLA was recorded at 133,401 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 9,675 miles a year.
Has LP16 VLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP16 VLA has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LP16 VLA 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 VLA find?
LP16 VLA passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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