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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

X16 MSLMOT history

X16 MSL is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 153,351 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

X16 MSL white 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 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
153,351 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,659 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X16 MSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
5 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X16 MSL was last recorded at 153,351 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 970 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,381 miles · 29 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
970 miles
Average per year
10,659 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,351 miles
  • 2025 – 133,668 miles
  • 2024 – 123,273 miles
  • 2023 – 111,671 miles
  • 2022 – 106,961 miles
  • 2021 – 95,238 miles
  • 2020 – 89,154 miles
  • 2019 – 79,966 miles
  • 2018 – 72,168 miles
  • 2017 – 61,290 miles
  • 2016 – 43,813 miles
  • 2015 – 31,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,351 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,351 miles (+970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    153,351 miles
    Test number
    605689663698
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail152,381 miles (+18,713)3 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,381 miles
    Test number
    261369852998
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder cover trays fitted

  3. Pass133,668 miles (+10,395)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    133,668 miles
    Test number
    460950128009
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass123,273 miles (+316)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    123,273 miles
    Test number
    119895648456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail122,957 miles (+11,286)1 dangerous11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,957 miles
    Test number
    938178170927
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle catching arch liners on lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass111,671 miles (+4,710)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    111,671 miles
    Test number
    120926960223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass106,961 miles (+11,723)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    106,961 miles
    Test number
    202466886587
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass95,238 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    95,238 miles
    Test number
    481489047955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail95,115 miles (+5,961)8 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,115 miles
    Test number
    472737888642
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged cover
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass89,154 miles (+9,188)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    89,154 miles
    Test number
    193264071973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass79,966 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    79,966 miles
    Test number
    744193666264
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail79,966 miles (+7,798)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,966 miles
    Test number
    784081385899
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass72,168 miles (+10,878)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    72,168 miles
    Test number
    492845973975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,290 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    61,290 miles
    Test number
    336997116456
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail61,274 miles (+17,461)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,274 miles
    Test number
    670140243694
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) insecure Whole light unit is incorrectly fitted. (1.1.A.3a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass43,813 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    43,813 miles
    Test number
    681024471386
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on edges

  17. Fail43,813 miles (+12,211)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,813 miles
    Test number
    997968267672
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on edges

  18. Pass31,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    31,602 miles
    Test number
    447492035134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X16 MSL

Does X16 MSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X16 MSL is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X16 MSL?
The MOT on X16 MSL is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X16 MSL done?
X16 MSL was recorded at 153,351 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 10,659 miles a year.
Has X16 MSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X16 MSL has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on X16 MSL 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 MSL find?
X16 MSL passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive.

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