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BMW 316

Green · Petrol · 1995 · 1,596 cc

M350 EGJMOT history

M350 EGJ is a green petrol BMW 316 first used on 3 Apr 1995. Its MOT expired on 23 Aug 2025 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 193,472 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2025.

M350 EGJ green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Aug 2025
Mileage
193,472 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2025
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,037 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M350 EGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
3 Apr 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

M350 EGJ was last recorded at 193,472 miles on 4 Aug 2025, 6,676 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,796 miles · 12 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
6,676 miles
Average per year
6,037 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 193,472 miles
  • 2024 – 186,796 miles
  • 2023 – 178,303 miles
  • 2022 – 170,449 miles
  • 2021 – 161,008 miles
  • 2020 – 155,714 miles
  • 2018 – 155,201 miles
  • 2017 – 151,970 miles
  • 2016 – 147,329 miles
  • 2015 – 141,795 miles
  • 2014 – 134,463 miles
  • 2013 – 127,789 miles
  • 2012 – 121,308 miles
  • 2011 – 113,632 miles
  • 2010 – 106,338 miles
  • 2009 – 98,128 miles
  • 2008 – 89,108 miles
  • 2007 – 82,708 miles
  • 2006 – 77,007 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail193,472 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch under brake servo (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail193,472 miles (+6,676)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,472 miles
    Test number
    670398528219
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch under brake servo (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass186,796 miles (+52)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    186,796 miles
    Test number
    587597040483
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail186,744 miles (+8,441)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,744 miles
    Test number
    329707067580
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass178,303 miles (+287)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    178,303 miles
    Test number
    250620983014
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail178,016 miles (+7,567)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,016 miles
    Test number
    941724888544
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill and around Jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass170,449 miles (+11)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    170,449 miles
    Test number
    627112312447
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyre treads cracking
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  7. Fail170,438 miles (+118)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,438 miles
    Test number
    312927017077
    • MajorEmissions not tested emissions aborted may cause equipment failure due to high readings (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar bracket mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Fail170,320 miles (+9,312)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,320 miles
    Test number
    475261421006
    • MajorEmissions not tested emissions excessively high may cause damage (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar bracket mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass161,008 miles (+4)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    161,008 miles
    Test number
    523712464358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious repairs covered in underseal

  10. Fail161,004 miles (+5,290)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,004 miles
    Test number
    757526082260
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious repairs covered in underseal

  11. Pass155,714 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    155,714 miles
    Test number
    356171229732
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle repair on n/s/f sill heavily undersealed

  12. Fail155,714 miles (+513)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,714 miles
    Test number
    676890043849
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill jacking up point & wing bottom (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Fail155,201 miles (+3,231)1 dangerous6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,201 miles
    Test number
    521635043861
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

  14. Pass151,970 miles (+4,641)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    151,970 miles
    Test number
    265380094133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass147,329 miles (+5,534)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    147,329 miles
    Test number
    500977199427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass141,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    141,795 miles
    Test number
    195234315144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail141,795 miles (+7,332)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,795 miles
    Test number
    328641915166
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass134,463 miles (+6,674)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    134,463 miles
    Test number
    868603914188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass127,789 miles (+6,481)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    127,789 miles
    Test number
    178769993432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass121,308 miles (+7,676)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    121,308 miles
    Test number
    625110112115
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Fail113,632 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,632 miles
    Test number
    599978001114
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass113,632 miles (+7,294)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    113,632 miles
    Test number
    948478301196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass106,338 miles (+8,210)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    106,338 miles
    Test number
    750505200163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass98,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    98,128 miles
    Test number
    114432419155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail98,128 miles (+9,020)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,128 miles
    Test number
    261201419451
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCat heat shield insecure.
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket broken.

  26. Pass89,108 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    89,108 miles
    Test number
    202672018455
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  27. Fail89,108 miles (+6,400)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,108 miles
    Test number
    453662018122
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass82,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    82,708 miles
    Test number
    704493507184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail82,708 miles (+5,701)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,708 miles
    Test number
    950262507114
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  30. Pass77,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    77,007 miles
    Test number
    611440116170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M350 EGJ

Does M350 EGJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M350 EGJ expired on 23 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M350 EGJ?
The MOT on M350 EGJ expired on 23 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M350 EGJ done?
M350 EGJ was recorded at 193,472 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2025, an average of 6,037 miles a year.
Has M350 EGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M350 EGJ has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on M350 EGJ 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 M350 EGJ find?
M350 EGJ failed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2025 with 2 major defects and 8 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 7 more.

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