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BMW 3 Series

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

S16 URBMOT history

S16 URB is a white diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Oct 2013. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 53,422 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2025.

S16 URB white BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jan 2027
Mileage
53,422 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2025
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,659 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 URB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
31 Oct 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 URB was last recorded at 53,422 miles on 20 Dec 2025, 8,519 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,903 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
8,519 miles
Average per year
3,659 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 53,422 miles
  • 2024 – 44,903 miles
  • 2023 – 37,166 miles
  • 2021 – 33,526 miles
  • 2020 – 32,396 miles
  • 2019 – 29,891 miles
  • 2018 – 26,972 miles
  • 2017 – 23,694 miles
  • 2016 – 19,991 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,422 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and wearing inner 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.

  • Front brake pads appear slightly thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Slight wear front tyres edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 15 Oct 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,422 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    53,422 miles
    Test number
    252857974001
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail53,422 miles (+8,519)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,422 miles
    Test number
    775844681859
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass44,903 miles (+7,737)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    44,903 miles
    Test number
    526679967865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass37,166 miles (+1,623)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    37,166 miles
    Test number
    293242065355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass35,543 miles (+2,017)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    35,543 miles
    Test number
    265831307102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass33,526 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    33,526 miles
    Test number
    381133862720
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads appear slightly thin
    • AdvisorySlight wear front tyres edges
  7. Fail33,523 miles (+1,127)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,523 miles
    Test number
    720180606529
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads appear slightly thin
    • AdvisorySlight wear front tyres edges
  8. Pass32,396 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    32,396 miles
    Test number
    638267577076
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  9. Fail32,396 miles (+2,505)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,396 miles
    Test number
    164304758916
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  10. Pass29,891 miles (+2,919)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    29,891 miles
    Test number
    528198614648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass26,972 miles (+3,278)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    26,972 miles
    Test number
    382584046523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass23,694 miles (+3,703)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    23,694 miles
    Test number
    876871600670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass19,991 miles (+161)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    19,991 miles
    Test number
    519008082843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass19,830 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    19,830 miles
    Test number
    886774210522
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn on very inner edge.

Questions about S16 URB

Does S16 URB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S16 URB is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S16 URB?
The MOT on S16 URB is valid until 4 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 URB done?
S16 URB was recorded at 53,422 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2025, an average of 3,659 miles a year.
Has S16 URB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 URB has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on S16 URB 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 URB find?
S16 URB passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm and wearing inner edge.

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