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BMW 316

White · Petrol · 1997 · 1,596 cc

P884 DBVMOT history

P884 DBV is a white petrol BMW 316 first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 19 Feb 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 103,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2025.

P884 DBV white BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Feb 2026
Mileage
103,003 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,525 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P884 DBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P884 DBV was last recorded at 103,003 miles on 20 Feb 2025, 331 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,672 miles · 14 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
331 miles
Average per year
3,525 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 103,003 miles
  • 2023 – 102,672 miles
  • 2022 – 90,220 miles
  • 2020 – 85,140 miles
  • 2019 – 82,567 miles
  • 2018 – 80,291 miles
  • 2017 – 76,219 miles
  • 2016 – 73,443 miles
  • 2015 – 72,294 miles
  • 2014 – 70,078 miles
  • 2013 – 65,181 miles
  • 2012 – 59,334 miles
  • 2011 – 55,713 miles
  • 2010 – 51,453 miles
  • 2009 – 48,011 miles
  • 2008 – 45,574 miles
  • 2007 – 40,562 miles
  • 2006 – 36,848 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,003 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play and dust cover slightly deterioated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,003 miles (+331)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    103,003 miles
    Test number
    209408673481
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass102,672 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    102,672 miles
    Test number
    603831238349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail102,668 miles (+12,448)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,668 miles
    Test number
    937939267618
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass90,220 miles (+5,080)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    90,220 miles
    Test number
    528075804740
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass85,140 miles (+2,573)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    85,140 miles
    Test number
    410097481002
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass82,567 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    82,567 miles
    Test number
    737314626182
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Fail82,566 miles (+2,275)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,566 miles
    Test number
    158757784206
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass80,291 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    80,291 miles
    Test number
    595663983703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play and dust cover slightly deterioated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front of engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail80,287 miles (+4,068)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,287 miles
    Test number
    805635590540
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions and side wall damaged due to running tyre flat (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play and dust cover slightly deterioated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front of engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass76,219 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    76,219 miles
    Test number
    240664244732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail76,217 miles (+2,774)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,217 miles
    Test number
    789414354221
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  12. Pass73,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    73,443 miles
    Test number
    699797038390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail73,443 miles (+1,149)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,443 miles
    Test number
    737626745876
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass72,294 miles (+2,216)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    72,294 miles
    Test number
    927073535106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass70,078 miles (+4,897)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    70,078 miles
    Test number
    425797004158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,181 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    65,181 miles
    Test number
    507117533116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail65,177 miles (+5,843)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,177 miles
    Test number
    136004733188
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass59,334 miles (+3,621)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    59,334 miles
    Test number
    148752622168
    • NoteRear silencer corroded

  19. Pass55,713 miles (+4,260)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    55,713 miles
    Test number
    377725621105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,453 miles (+3,442)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    51,453 miles
    Test number
    132570920171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2010
    Odometer
    48,011 miles
    Test number
    233942529171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail48,011 miles (+2,437)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,011 miles
    Test number
    951000329199
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass45,574 miles (+5,012)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    45,574 miles
    Test number
    472526038160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,562 miles (+3,714)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    40,562 miles
    Test number
    532684637172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    36,848 miles
    Test number
    252177736152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P884 DBV

Does P884 DBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P884 DBV expired on 19 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P884 DBV?
The MOT on P884 DBV expired on 19 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P884 DBV done?
P884 DBV was recorded at 103,003 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2025, an average of 3,525 miles a year.
Has P884 DBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P884 DBV has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on P884 DBV 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 P884 DBV find?
P884 DBV passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2025 with 2 advisories: exhaust noisy; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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