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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

S16 FOUMOT history

S16 FOU is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 124,378 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

S16 FOU black 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 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
124,378 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,264 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 FOU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
13 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 FOU was last recorded at 124,378 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 6,293 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,085 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,293 miles
Average per year
7,264 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,378 miles
  • 2024 – 118,085 miles
  • 2023 – 110,593 miles
  • 2022 – 103,104 miles
  • 2021 – 94,524 miles
  • 2020 – 90,231 miles
  • 2019 – 85,984 miles
  • 2018 – 81,529 miles
  • 2017 – 73,537 miles
  • 2016 – 58,875 miles
  • 2015 – 50,353 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,378 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 17 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,378 miles (+6,293)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    124,378 miles
    Test number
    856518687330
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass118,085 miles (+7,492)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    118,085 miles
    Test number
    417279631956
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass110,593 miles (+107)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    110,593 miles
    Test number
    336891783835
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Fail110,486 miles (+7,382)1 major1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,486 miles
    Test number
    539819776810
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass103,104 miles (+8,580)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    103,104 miles
    Test number
    155212519191
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass94,524 miles (+4,293)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    94,524 miles
    Test number
    215718158433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 225/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 225/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass90,231 miles (+4,247)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    90,231 miles
    Test number
    159968348791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass85,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    85,984 miles
    Test number
    610493911091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail85,984 miles (+4,455)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,984 miles
    Test number
    884609642652
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Reversing lamp insecure (4.6.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass81,529 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    81,529 miles
    Test number
    683465191999
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail81,529 miles (+7,992)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,529 miles
    Test number
    147867770674
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass73,537 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    73,537 miles
    Test number
    377075890361
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to vehicle

  13. Fail73,537 miles (+14,662)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,537 miles
    Test number
    686588691618
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to vehicle

  14. Pass58,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    58,875 miles
    Test number
    804635949279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail58,875 miles (+8,522)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,875 miles
    Test number
    771651994104
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  16. Pass50,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    50,353 miles
    Test number
    681958626399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S16 FOU

Does S16 FOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S16 FOU is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S16 FOU?
The MOT on S16 FOU is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S16 FOU done?
S16 FOU was recorded at 124,378 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 7,264 miles a year.
Has S16 FOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 FOU has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on S16 FOU 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 S16 FOU find?
S16 FOU passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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