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BMW 116

White · Diesel · 2016 · 1,496 cc

LS16 ULWMOT history

LS16 ULW is a white diesel BMW 116 first used on 11 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 163,268 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
163,268 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
15,806 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS16 ULW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,496 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
11 Apr 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS16 ULW was last recorded at 163,268 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,265 miles · 28 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
15,806 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,268 miles
  • 2025 – 148,326 miles
  • 2024 – 131,516 miles
  • 2023 – 115,762 miles
  • 2022 – 96,944 miles
  • 2021 – 77,326 miles
  • 2019 – 45,737 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,268 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

11 tests since 27 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,268 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    163,268 miles
    Test number
    168371389910
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working
  2. Fail163,265 miles (+14,939)1 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,265 miles
    Test number
    113819114274
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rears 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to exhaust snapped (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  3. Pass148,326 miles (+16,810)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    148,326 miles
    Test number
    793685483274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has slight wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass131,516 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    131,516 miles
    Test number
    146977126805
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail131,516 miles (+15,754)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,516 miles
    Test number
    990011445265
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass115,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    115,762 miles
    Test number
    431563653244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail115,762 miles (+18,818)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,762 miles
    Test number
    333799441210
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass96,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    96,944 miles
    Test number
    684358787503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail96,944 miles (+19,618)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,944 miles
    Test number
    195088011384
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass77,326 miles (+31,589)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    77,326 miles
    Test number
    289343914722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass45,737 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    45,737 miles
    Test number
    805259728161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner inner edge of tyre wearing thin

Questions about LS16 ULW

Does LS16 ULW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS16 ULW is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS16 ULW?
The MOT on LS16 ULW is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS16 ULW done?
LS16 ULW was recorded at 163,268 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 15,806 miles a year.
Has LS16 ULW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS16 ULW has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LS16 ULW 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 LS16 ULW find?
LS16 ULW passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front fog light not working.

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