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BMW 316

Purple · Petrol · 2000 · 1,796 cc

X46 LSDMOT history

X46 LSD is a purple petrol BMW 316 first used on 26 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 59,753 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

X46 LSD purple BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
59,753 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,339 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X46 LSD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
26 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X46 LSD was last recorded at 59,753 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,752 miles · 20 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,339 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,753 miles
  • 2022 – 55,888 miles
  • 2013 – 53,338 miles
  • 2011 – 49,719 miles
  • 2010 – 44,099 miles
  • 2009 – 42,321 miles
  • 2008 – 38,948 miles
  • 2007 – 36,291 miles
  • 2006 – 33,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,753 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both have moisture inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both lower wings/sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
  • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion to underside and components
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (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.

  • All tyres perishing.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 16 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,753 miles (+1)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    59,753 miles
    Test number
    657171578522
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both have moisture inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both lower wings/sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion to underside and components
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail59,752 miles (+3,864)2 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,752 miles
    Test number
    750479168180
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension components have heavy surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension components have heavy surface corrosion

  3. Pass55,888 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    55,888 miles
    Test number
    513374251409
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perishing.
    • 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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail55,886 miles (+2,548)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,886 miles
    Test number
    465417102073
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength anti roll bar link (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength anti roll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perishing.
    • 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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass53,338 miles (+3,619)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    53,338 miles
    Test number
    307043203424
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  6. Pass49,719 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    49,719 miles
    Test number
    896617101339
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFront near side door stiff to open

  7. Fail49,719 miles (+5,620)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,719 miles
    Test number
    597067101329
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFront near side door stiff to open

  8. Pass44,099 miles (+1,778)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    44,099 miles
    Test number
    561839490294
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NotePassengers front door handle stiff to open

  9. Pass42,321 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    42,321 miles
    Test number
    632108189299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  10. Fail42,321 miles (+3,373)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,321 miles
    Test number
    921958189213
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  11. Pass38,948 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    38,948 miles
    Test number
    311720318248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail38,882 miles (+2,591)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,882 miles
    Test number
    462297908256
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  13. Pass36,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    36,291 miles
    Test number
    221905037490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail36,290 miles (+2,962)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,290 miles
    Test number
    984445337142
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  15. Pass33,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    33,328 miles
    Test number
    210546936422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X46 LSD

Does X46 LSD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X46 LSD is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X46 LSD?
The MOT on X46 LSD is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X46 LSD done?
X46 LSD was recorded at 59,753 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 1,339 miles a year.
Has X46 LSD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X46 LSD has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on X46 LSD 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 X46 LSD find?
X46 LSD passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both have moisture inside; offside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front inner vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both lower wings/sills, and 5 more.

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