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BMW 316

Blue · Petrol · 1996 · 1,596 cc

P855 MLUMOT history

P855 MLU is a blue petrol BMW 316 first used on 20 Nov 1996. Its MOT expired on 4 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 72,951 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2022.

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MOT
Expired
On 4 Nov 2023
Mileage
72,951 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,716 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P855 MLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
20 Nov 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

P855 MLU was last recorded at 72,951 miles on 22 Oct 2022, 382 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Oct 2008: 54,560 miles, lower than 56,648 miles on 22 Oct 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
72,569 miles · 14 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
382 miles
Average per year
1,716 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 72,951 miles
  • 2021 – 72,569 miles
  • 2020 – 71,830 miles
  • 2019 – 71,308 miles
  • 2018 – 70,376 miles
  • 2017 – 69,886 miles
  • 2016 – 69,316 miles
  • 2015 – 68,513 miles
  • 2014 – 67,606 miles
  • 2013 – 66,482 miles
  • 2012 – 65,234 miles
  • 2011 – 63,759 miles
  • 2010 – 60,831 miles
  • 2009 – 57,075 miles
  • 2008 – 54,560 miles
  • 2007 – 50,116 miles
  • 2006 – 45,502 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,951 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,951 miles (+382)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    72,951 miles
    Test number
    643829727570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass72,569 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    72,569 miles
    Test number
    492247554134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail72,569 miles (+739)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,569 miles
    Test number
    813556962791
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing 1 stud (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass71,830 miles (+522)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    71,830 miles
    Test number
    825135501150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass71,308 miles (+932)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    71,308 miles
    Test number
    586533090029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass70,376 miles (+490)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    70,376 miles
    Test number
    238847299699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass69,886 miles (+570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    69,886 miles
    Test number
    614603998970
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake just meets required brake effort of 16%, will need service and repair

  8. Pass69,316 miles (+803)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    69,316 miles
    Test number
    603163631481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,513 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    68,513 miles
    Test number
    247628045806
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Fail68,513 miles (+907)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,513 miles
    Test number
    361293657060
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass67,606 miles (+1,124)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    67,606 miles
    Test number
    358376394237
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass66,482 miles (+1,248)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    66,482 miles
    Test number
    309745093488
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  13. Fail65,234 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,234 miles
    Test number
    396433382247
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  14. Pass65,234 miles (+1,475)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    65,234 miles
    Test number
    919263682244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,759 miles (+2,928)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    63,759 miles
    Test number
    577416681201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    60,831 miles
    Test number
    784136100310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail60,831 miles (+3,756)4 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,831 miles
    Test number
    230836800330
    • DangerousCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  18. Pass57,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    57,075 miles
    Test number
    514356799203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail57,075 miles (+2,515)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,075 miles
    Test number
    201666999288
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass54,560 miles (-2,088)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    54,560 miles
    Test number
    250547498242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,648 miles (+6,532)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,648 miles
    Test number
    623926498274
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass50,116 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    50,116 miles
    Test number
    714789607340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail50,116 miles (+4,614)4 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,116 miles
    Test number
    874719007397
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  24. Pass45,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    45,502 miles
    Test number
    201086296277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail45,502 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,502 miles
    Test number
    981216096282
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about P855 MLU

Does P855 MLU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P855 MLU expired on 4 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P855 MLU?
The MOT on P855 MLU expired on 4 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P855 MLU done?
P855 MLU was recorded at 72,951 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2022, an average of 1,716 miles a year.
Has P855 MLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P855 MLU has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on P855 MLU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Oct 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P855 MLU find?
P855 MLU passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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