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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,171 cc

X16 HSVMOT history

X16 HSV is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 133,444 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

X16 HSV grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
133,444 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,768 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X16 HSV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X16 HSV was last recorded at 133,444 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 12,127 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,317 miles · 14 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
12,127 miles
Average per year
5,768 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 133,444 miles
  • 2024 – 121,317 miles
  • 2023 – 116,113 miles
  • 2021 – 114,266 miles
  • 2020 – 107,861 miles
  • 2019 – 101,731 miles
  • 2018 – 96,658 miles
  • 2017 – 90,231 miles
  • 2016 – 85,042 miles
  • 2015 – 79,571 miles
  • 2014 – 73,055 miles
  • 2013 – 67,982 miles
  • 2012 – 62,361 miles
  • 2011 – 56,679 miles
  • 2010 – 48,186 miles
  • 2009 – 41,357 miles
  • 2008 – 34,591 miles
  • 2007 – 25,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,444 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryHazards warning lamps not flashing correctly.
  • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front fog lamps inopeartive.

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view bottom

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 12 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,444 miles (+12,127)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    133,444 miles
    Test number
    597652924513
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHazards warning lamps not flashing correctly.
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front fog lamps inopeartive.

  2. Pass121,317 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    121,317 miles
    Test number
    919896766166
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail121,317 miles (+5,204)2 dangerous2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,317 miles
    Test number
    605457772317
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass116,113 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    116,113 miles
    Test number
    353720530497
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  5. Fail116,113 miles (+1,847)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,113 miles
    Test number
    552296593192
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  6. Pass114,266 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    114,266 miles
    Test number
    786886182853
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view bottom (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront under shield insecure

  7. Fail114,266 miles (+379)6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,266 miles
    Test number
    621169021648
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp stays on with side liht (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp stays on with side light (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view bottom (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront under shield insecure

  8. Fail113,887 miles (+6,026)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,887 miles
    Test number
    542878770529
    • MajorEmissions not tested ENGINE OIL BELOW MINIMUM (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Pass107,861 miles (+6,130)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    107,861 miles
    Test number
    278079311866
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  10. Pass101,731 miles (+5,073)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,731 miles
    Test number
    396161072751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    96,658 miles
    Test number
    880953015760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail96,658 miles (+6,427)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,658 miles
    Test number
    598772262819
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  13. Pass90,231 miles (+5,189)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    90,231 miles
    Test number
    695857862387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,042 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    85,042 miles
    Test number
    514428671251
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both sides (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail85,039 miles (+5,468)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,039 miles
    Test number
    986696559072
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both sides (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass79,571 miles (+6,516)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    79,571 miles
    Test number
    249792785085
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Pass73,055 miles (+5,073)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    73,055 miles
    Test number
    826127574053
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteN/S/F tyre wearing on edges

  18. Pass67,982 miles (+5,621)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    67,982 miles
    Test number
    685459973055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  19. Pass62,361 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    62,361 miles
    Test number
    107320382040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Fail62,361 miles (+5,682)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,361 miles
    Test number
    139459072026
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass56,679 miles (+8,493)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    56,679 miles
    Test number
    127935971439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,186 miles (+6,829)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    48,186 miles
    Test number
    122375170055
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass41,357 miles (+6,766)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    41,357 miles
    Test number
    703896679058
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass34,591 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    34,591 miles
    Test number
    230947908491
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  25. Fail34,591 miles (+8,904)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,591 miles
    Test number
    291217108454
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  26. Pass25,687 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    25,687 miles
    Test number
    201332707498
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about X16 HSV

Does X16 HSV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X16 HSV is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X16 HSV?
The MOT on X16 HSV is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X16 HSV done?
X16 HSV was recorded at 133,444 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 5,768 miles a year.
Has X16 HSV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X16 HSV has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on X16 HSV 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 X16 HSV find?
X16 HSV passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: coolant leak; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 2 more.

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