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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

T16 WLXMOT history

T16 WLX is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 101,811 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
101,811 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,831 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 WLX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 WLX was last recorded at 101,811 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,790 miles · 2 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
3,831 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,811 miles
  • 2025 – 97,774 miles
  • 2023 – 95,641 miles
  • 2022 – 91,860 miles
  • 2021 – 89,863 miles
  • 2020 – 87,075 miles
  • 2019 – 84,330 miles
  • 2018 – 81,647 miles
  • 2017 – 79,582 miles
  • 2016 – 76,823 miles
  • 2015 – 73,784 miles
  • 2014 – 72,926 miles
  • 2012 – 61,623 miles
  • 2011 – 48,470 miles
  • 2010 – 44,531 miles
  • 2009 – 41,205 miles
  • 2008 – 36,575 miles
  • 2007 – 32,122 miles
  • 2006 – 26,975 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,811 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside & nearside front flexible hoses corroded [2x pipes in total] (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,811 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    101,811 miles
    Test number
    283980953935
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside & nearside front flexible hoses corroded [2x pipes in total] (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail101,790 miles (+4,016)3 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,790 miles
    Test number
    102533564010
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached has detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded to offside rear flxi hose [alongside fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end cap (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2x pipes to offside & nearside front flexi hoses ,corrosion nearing acceptable limit (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass97,774 miles (+2,133)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    97,774 miles
    Test number
    300345363115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass95,641 miles (+3,781)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    95,641 miles
    Test number
    416999494151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass91,860 miles (+1,997)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    91,860 miles
    Test number
    542586437882
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side front D-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass89,863 miles (+19)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    89,863 miles
    Test number
    166797806123
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Both coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe surface corroded around nearside edge of fuel tank
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  7. Fail89,844 miles (+2,769)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,844 miles
    Test number
    659562554368
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded rear section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded rear section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass87,075 miles (+2,745)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    87,075 miles
    Test number
    126806997918
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass84,330 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    84,330 miles
    Test number
    592291134754
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexy (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail84,330 miles (+2,683)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,330 miles
    Test number
    644352121347
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To flexy (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass81,647 miles (+2,065)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    81,647 miles
    Test number
    446443860311
    • AdvisoryX 2 front brake pipes corroded o/s rear tyre close to wear bars

  12. Pass79,582 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    79,582 miles
    Test number
    791181177448
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn bald on edges

  13. Fail79,580 miles (+2,757)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,580 miles
    Test number
    363048025298
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn bald on edges

  14. Pass76,823 miles (+3,039)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    76,823 miles
    Test number
    692492508254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin INNER (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass73,784 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    73,784 miles
    Test number
    445271945205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail73,749 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,749 miles
    Test number
    228067905467
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass73,749 miles (+823)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    73,749 miles
    Test number
    336707705187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass72,926 miles (+11,303)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    72,926 miles
    Test number
    805363684058
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass61,623 miles (+13,153)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    61,623 miles
    Test number
    706758842308
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass48,470 miles (+10)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    48,470 miles
    Test number
    257426631396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail48,460 miles (+3,929)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,460 miles
    Test number
    365774931360
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass44,531 miles (+3,326)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    44,531 miles
    Test number
    143842120364
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass41,205 miles (+4,630)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    41,205 miles
    Test number
    460029209457
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass36,575 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    36,575 miles
    Test number
    364768808361
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail36,573 miles (+4,451)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,573 miles
    Test number
    703055908391
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass32,122 miles (+5,147)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    32,122 miles
    Test number
    522824207330
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass26,975 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    26,975 miles
    Test number
    990993886274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T16 WLX

Does T16 WLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T16 WLX is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T16 WLX?
The MOT on T16 WLX is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T16 WLX done?
T16 WLX was recorded at 101,811 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 3,831 miles a year.
Has T16 WLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 WLX has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T16 WLX 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 T16 WLX find?
T16 WLX passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside & nearside front flexible hoses corroded [2x pipes in total].

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