The road tax status for L916 CDB is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for L916 CDB?

The MOT for L916 CDB is valid and due for renewal on or before 10 April 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of L916 CDB?

The recorded mileage for L916 CDB is 124,768 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is L916 CDB ULEZ compliant?

No, L916 CDB does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1993 BMW 3 Series 1.8L Petrol · L916 CDB

L916 CDB

1993 BMW 3 Series (1.8L, petrol). First registered 15/09/1993. Recorded mileage 124,768 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: BMW 3 SERIES
Year / Origin: 1993 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
MOT Status: Valid until 10/04/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 124,768 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 10/04/2026

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Mileage: 124,768 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1993
Engine: 1796cc

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L916 CDB Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 10/04/2025
124,768 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (16 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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L916 CDB Mileage History

07/09/2022117,051 mi
04/09/2023122,395 mi+5,344 mi
10/04/2024122,568 mi+173 mi
12/04/2024122,571 mi+3 mi
10/04/2025124,768 mi+2,197 mi

Average of roughly 2,980 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

L916 CDB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 9 Sept 2026, 17:04

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1993 BMW 3 Series (L916 CDB) between September 2022 and April 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 10 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (16 issues), Suspension (12 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 33 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))”.

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