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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,997 cc

S16 TAEMOT history

S16 TAE is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 120,144 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

S16 TAE black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jan 2027
Mileage
120,144 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,976 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 TAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
4 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 TAE was last recorded at 120,144 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 7,271 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
112,873 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,271 miles
Average per year
6,976 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,144 miles
  • 2025 – 112,873 miles
  • 2024 – 106,917 miles
  • 2023 – 101,083 miles
  • 2022 – 94,334 miles
  • 2021 – 86,163 miles
  • 2020 – 79,438 miles
  • 2019 – 71,153 miles
  • 2018 – 62,873 miles
  • 2017 – 55,268 miles
  • 2016 – 47,451 miles
  • 2015 – 41,743 miles
  • 2014 – 35,893 miles
  • 2013 – 28,673 miles
  • 2012 – 21,597 miles
  • 2011 – 15,798 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,144 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

19 tests since 25 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,144 miles (+7,271)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    120,144 miles
    Test number
    639241818590
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass112,873 miles (+5,956)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    112,873 miles
    Test number
    781184359516
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge drivers/passengers (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe attachment brackets drivers/passengers (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass106,917 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    106,917 miles
    Test number
    884231371571
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail106,917 miles (+5,834)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,917 miles
    Test number
    411728363315
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass101,083 miles (+6,749)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    101,083 miles
    Test number
    622641014336
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Drivers/Passengers (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Drivers/Passengers (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass94,334 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    94,334 miles
    Test number
    729871832508
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Drivers /Passengers (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail94,334 miles (+8,171)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,334 miles
    Test number
    759162572785
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Drivers /Passengers (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass86,163 miles (+6,725)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    86,163 miles
    Test number
    851532725471
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH Fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass79,438 miles (+8,285)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    79,438 miles
    Test number
    161701120074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,153 miles (+8,280)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    71,153 miles
    Test number
    296180549765
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass62,873 miles (+7,605)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    62,873 miles
    Test number
    748301882858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass55,268 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    55,268 miles
    Test number
    557721401284
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail55,268 miles (+7,817)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,268 miles
    Test number
    735675037182
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass47,451 miles (+5,708)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    47,451 miles
    Test number
    867880218974
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracked and perished

  15. Pass41,743 miles (+5,850)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    41,743 miles
    Test number
    796882715030
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass35,893 miles (+7,220)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    35,893 miles
    Test number
    267203814038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass28,673 miles (+7,076)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    28,673 miles
    Test number
    855911823008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,597 miles (+5,799)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    21,597 miles
    Test number
    589153312096
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass15,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    15,798 miles
    Test number
    505195021035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S16 TAE

Does S16 TAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S16 TAE is valid until 24 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S16 TAE?
The MOT on S16 TAE is valid until 24 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S16 TAE done?
S16 TAE was recorded at 120,144 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 6,976 miles a year.
Has S16 TAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 TAE has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on S16 TAE 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 TAE find?
S16 TAE passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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