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BMW 316

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,600 cc

S102 ADOMOT history

S102 ADO is a black petrol BMW 316 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 167,291 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
167,291 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,681 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S102 ADO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S102 ADO was last recorded at 167,291 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 3,380 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Aug 2016: 129,089 miles, lower than 139,149 miles on 21 Jul 2015.

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
163,911 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,380 miles
Average per year
4,681 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,291 miles
  • 2025 – 163,911 miles
  • 2024 – 159,189 miles
  • 2020 – 156,965 miles
  • 2019 – 150,996 miles
  • 2018 – 143,372 miles
  • 2017 – 135,052 miles
  • 2016 – 129,089 miles
  • 2015 – 139,149 miles
  • 2014 – 134,426 miles
  • 2013 – 128,407 miles
  • 2012 – 119,785 miles
  • 2011 – 112,048 miles
  • 2010 – 107,840 miles
  • 2009 – 102,049 miles
  • 2008 – 95,280 miles
  • 2007 – 86,809 miles
  • 2006 – 78,140 miles
  • 2005 – 71,048 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,291 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 Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 3 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,291 miles (+3,380)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    167,291 miles
    Test number
    857093174046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass163,911 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    163,911 miles
    Test number
    687433156173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has condensation inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has condensation inside

  3. Fail163,911 miles (+4,722)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,911 miles
    Test number
    882667259975
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has condensation inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has condensation inside

  4. Pass159,189 miles (+2,224)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    159,189 miles
    Test number
    880768866203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass156,965 miles (+5,969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    156,965 miles
    Test number
    418925686766
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass150,996 miles (+7,624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    150,996 miles
    Test number
    239539377464
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass143,372 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    143,372 miles
    Test number
    339933309862
    • 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))

  8. Fail143,372 miles (+8,320)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,372 miles
    Test number
    527569872100
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • 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))

  9. Pass135,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    135,052 miles
    Test number
    959498702306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail135,052 miles (+5,963)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,052 miles
    Test number
    494476461982
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

  11. Pass129,089 miles (-10,060)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    129,089 miles
    Test number
    967302660584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass139,149 miles (+4,723)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    139,149 miles
    Test number
    759932505269
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass134,426 miles (+4)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    134,426 miles
    Test number
    488904334140
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear shocks tops corroded

  14. Fail134,422 miles (+6,015)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,422 miles
    Test number
    286879924498
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear shocks tops corroded

  15. Pass128,407 miles (+8,622)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    128,407 miles
    Test number
    757727103113
    • NoteAll 4 brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteRear windows heavily tinted

  16. Pass119,785 miles (+7)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    119,785 miles
    Test number
    177941032141
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket broken/offside rear tyre worn on edge/oil leak

  17. Fail119,778 miles (+7,730)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,778 miles
    Test number
    489952022122
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket broken/offside rear tyre worn on edge/oil leak

  18. Pass112,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    112,048 miles
    Test number
    267814221142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail112,048 miles (+4,208)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,048 miles
    Test number
    668613221146
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass107,840 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    107,840 miles
    Test number
    461893270121
    • NoteSlight play o/s of steering rack
    • NoteSlight wear front inner w/bone bushes
    • NoteSlight wear front lower swivels

  21. Fail107,840 miles (+5,791)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,840 miles
    Test number
    530293070193
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSlight play o/s of steering rack
    • NoteSlight wear front inner w/bone bushes
    • NoteSlight wear front lower swivels

  22. Pass102,049 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    102,049 miles
    Test number
    781748169191
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail102,049 miles (+6,769)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,049 miles
    Test number
    952968869183
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass95,280 miles (+8,471)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    95,280 miles
    Test number
    121332768153
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside top radiator mount broken
    • NoteWipers deteriorating

  25. Pass86,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    86,809 miles
    Test number
    983122777196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail86,807 miles (+8,667)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,807 miles
    Test number
    243562377139
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  27. Pass78,140 miles (+7,092)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    78,140 miles
    Test number
    741922476147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass71,048 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    71,048 miles
    Test number
    801955615246
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about S102 ADO

Does S102 ADO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S102 ADO is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S102 ADO?
The MOT on S102 ADO is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S102 ADO done?
S102 ADO was recorded at 167,291 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 4,681 miles a year.
Has S102 ADO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S102 ADO has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on S102 ADO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Aug 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S102 ADO find?
S102 ADO passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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