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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

X16 SLRMOT history

X16 SLR is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 May 2013. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 130,468 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

X16 SLR blue 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 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
130,468 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,781 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X16 SLR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
31 May 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X16 SLR was last recorded at 130,468 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 4,501 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,967 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,501 miles
Average per year
8,781 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,468 miles
  • 2025 – 125,967 miles
  • 2024 – 120,870 miles
  • 2023 – 112,889 miles
  • 2022 – 100,738 miles
  • 2021 – 92,381 miles
  • 2020 – 85,346 miles
  • 2019 – 77,512 miles
  • 2018 – 63,563 miles
  • 2017 – 52,195 miles
  • 2016 – 40,988 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,468 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

14 tests since 18 May 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,468 miles (+4,501)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    130,468 miles
    Test number
    828789266017
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass125,967 miles (+5,097)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    125,967 miles
    Test number
    550936561747
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge, 255 35 19 XL (RSC) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge, 225 35 19 XL (RSC) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass120,870 miles (+7,981)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    120,870 miles
    Test number
    285521044157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/35R19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass112,889 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    112,889 miles
    Test number
    786353904766
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail112,888 miles (+12,150)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,888 miles
    Test number
    285769644959
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass100,738 miles (+8,357)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    100,738 miles
    Test number
    704663085627
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords X2 cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass92,381 miles (+7,035)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    92,381 miles
    Test number
    343979886245
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass85,346 miles (+7,834)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    85,346 miles
    Test number
    276103905935
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass77,512 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    77,512 miles
    Test number
    474433875287
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail77,512 miles (+13,949)3 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,512 miles
    Test number
    261283439321
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass63,563 miles (+11,368)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    63,563 miles
    Test number
    719745443046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    52,195 miles
    Test number
    430947917611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,195 miles (+11,207)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,195 miles
    Test number
    899365167277
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass40,988 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    40,988 miles
    Test number
    410252361242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre bold on inner edge and worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about X16 SLR

Does X16 SLR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X16 SLR is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X16 SLR?
The MOT on X16 SLR is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X16 SLR done?
X16 SLR was recorded at 130,468 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 8,781 miles a year.
Has X16 SLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X16 SLR has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on X16 SLR 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 SLR find?
X16 SLR passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: rear brake disc worn, but not excessively; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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