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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

R16 HPMMOT history

R16 HPM is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 166,867 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

R16 HPM blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
166,867 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,694 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 HPM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 HPM was last recorded at 166,867 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 3,863 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,004 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,863 miles
Average per year
7,694 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,867 miles
  • 2025 – 163,004 miles
  • 2024 – 157,824 miles
  • 2022 – 153,112 miles
  • 2021 – 144,601 miles
  • 2020 – 133,702 miles
  • 2019 – 127,887 miles
  • 2018 – 121,011 miles
  • 2017 – 119,840 miles
  • 2016 – 109,126 miles
  • 2015 – 98,606 miles
  • 2013 – 86,960 miles
  • 2012 – 74,442 miles
  • 2011 – 60,621 miles
  • 2010 – 48,288 miles
  • 2009 – 37,357 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,867 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 3.0mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear boot

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Head lamp washers not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,867 miles (+3,863)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    166,867 miles
    Test number
    688653820314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass163,004 miles (+5,180)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    163,004 miles
    Test number
    224054541348
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass157,824 miles (+4,712)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    157,824 miles
    Test number
    886264317586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass153,112 miles (+8,511)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    153,112 miles
    Test number
    935288992025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass144,601 miles (+10,899)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    144,601 miles
    Test number
    619388538935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass133,702 miles (+5,815)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    133,702 miles
    Test number
    349089935608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass127,887 miles (+8)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    127,887 miles
    Test number
    549499654270
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHead lamp washers not working

  8. Fail127,879 miles (+6,868)4 major2 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,879 miles
    Test number
    267240551796
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHead lamp washers not working

  9. Pass121,011 miles (+1,171)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    121,011 miles
    Test number
    696226813816
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass119,840 miles (+10,714)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    119,840 miles
    Test number
    288391640029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass109,126 miles (+10,520)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    109,126 miles
    Test number
    743749234319
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides worn on inner (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre on limit
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering area damp
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure light on

  12. Pass98,606 miles (+11,646)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    98,606 miles
    Test number
    416254485049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,960 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    86,960 miles
    Test number
    555322053387
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail86,960 miles (+12,518)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,960 miles
    Test number
    926872353362
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail74,442 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,442 miles
    Test number
    246673452346
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  16. Pass74,442 miles (+13,821)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    74,442 miles
    Test number
    459393952430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,621 miles (+12,333)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    60,621 miles
    Test number
    968157441397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,288 miles (+10,931)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    48,288 miles
    Test number
    173709740301
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass37,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    37,357 miles
    Test number
    463599649359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R16 HPM

Does R16 HPM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 HPM is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on R16 HPM?
The MOT on R16 HPM is valid until 14 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 HPM done?
R16 HPM was recorded at 166,867 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 7,694 miles a year.
Has R16 HPM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 HPM has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on R16 HPM 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 R16 HPM find?
R16 HPM passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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