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BMW 120

White · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

R16 LSCMOT history

R16 LSC is a white diesel BMW 120 first used on 11 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 127,780 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
127,780 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,495 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 LSC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 LSC was last recorded at 127,780 miles on 21 May 2026, 5,875 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,905 miles · 24 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
5,875 miles
Average per year
6,495 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,780 miles
  • 2025 – 121,905 miles
  • 2024 – 109,616 miles
  • 2023 – 101,710 miles
  • 2022 – 99,090 miles
  • 2021 – 94,151 miles
  • 2020 – 89,312 miles
  • 2019 – 86,059 miles
  • 2018 – 80,973 miles
  • 2017 – 75,399 miles
  • 2016 – 70,025 miles
  • 2015 – 63,696 miles
  • 2014 – 57,803 miles
  • 2013 – 49,689 miles
  • 2012 – 40,275 miles
  • 2011 – 33,510 miles
  • 2010 – 27,547 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,780 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryVarious suspension/steering components corroded

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,780 miles (+5,875)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    127,780 miles
    Test number
    913265232982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension/steering components corroded

  2. Pass121,905 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    121,905 miles
    Test number
    163331981344
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail121,905 miles (+12,289)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,905 miles
    Test number
    117554559033
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass109,616 miles (+7,906)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    109,616 miles
    Test number
    780844495698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass101,710 miles (+2,620)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    101,710 miles
    Test number
    356635728898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass99,090 miles (+4,939)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    99,090 miles
    Test number
    801562458845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass94,151 miles (+4,839)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    94,151 miles
    Test number
    550969956037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass89,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    89,312 miles
    Test number
    642447416224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail89,312 miles (+3,253)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,312 miles
    Test number
    270194070176
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass86,059 miles (+5,086)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    86,059 miles
    Test number
    917194260968
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass80,973 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    80,973 miles
    Test number
    725263262126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail80,969 miles (+5,570)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,969 miles
    Test number
    321767315474
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass75,399 miles (+5,374)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    75,399 miles
    Test number
    310210945487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,025 miles (+6,329)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    70,025 miles
    Test number
    747690986703
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks

  15. Pass63,696 miles (+5,893)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    63,696 miles
    Test number
    670824755549
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder cover fitted

  16. Pass57,803 miles (+8,114)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    57,803 miles
    Test number
    465508234386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,689 miles (+9,414)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    49,689 miles
    Test number
    256794053333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,275 miles (+6,765)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    40,275 miles
    Test number
    765748242371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,510 miles (+5,963)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    33,510 miles
    Test number
    525930021335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    27,547 miles
    Test number
    681228740378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R16 LSC

Does R16 LSC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 LSC is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on R16 LSC?
The MOT on R16 LSC 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 R16 LSC done?
R16 LSC was recorded at 127,780 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 6,495 miles a year.
Has R16 LSC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 LSC has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on R16 LSC 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 R16 LSC find?
R16 LSC passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive; rear exhaust mounting defective, and 1 more.

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