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BMW 316

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,596 cc

S36 BPKMOT history

S36 BPK is a green petrol BMW 316 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 62,131 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

S36 BPK green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jun 2027
Mileage
62,131 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,268 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S36 BPK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S36 BPK was last recorded at 62,131 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 331 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,800 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
331 miles
Average per year
2,268 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,131 miles
  • 2024 – 61,800 miles
  • 2023 – 61,259 miles
  • 2022 – 53,471 miles
  • 2021 – 48,601 miles
  • 2020 – 44,040 miles
  • 2019 – 33,824 miles
  • 2018 – 25,824 miles
  • 2017 – 25,308 miles
  • 2016 – 24,532 miles
  • 2015 – 23,905 miles
  • 2014 – 23,395 miles
  • 2013 – 22,834 miles
  • 2012 – 22,093 miles
  • 2011 – 21,454 miles
  • 2009 – 20,829 miles
  • 2008 – 19,736 miles
  • 2007 – 18,101 miles
  • 2006 – 15,860 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,131 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.

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,131 miles (+331)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    62,131 miles
    Test number
    911657821493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass61,800 miles (+541)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    61,800 miles
    Test number
    589442881762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass61,259 miles (+7,788)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    61,259 miles
    Test number
    420145843906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass53,471 miles (+4,870)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    53,471 miles
    Test number
    318870490794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass48,601 miles (+4,561)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    48,601 miles
    Test number
    446959150300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass44,040 miles (+10,216)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    44,040 miles
    Test number
    198942177794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass33,824 miles (+6,586)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    33,824 miles
    Test number
    649274423980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass27,238 miles (+1,414)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    27,238 miles
    Test number
    232463773564
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass25,824 miles (+516)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    25,824 miles
    Test number
    728497375145
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear brake pipes
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight buckle to nearside rear road wheel
  10. Pass25,308 miles (+776)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    25,308 miles
    Test number
    400233228611
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  11. Pass24,532 miles (+627)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    24,532 miles
    Test number
    777854911223
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust rubber damaged slightly
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt webbing slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished slightly
    • AdvisoryRear discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes corroded slightly
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump damp
  12. Pass23,905 miles (+510)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    23,905 miles
    Test number
    807969705094
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  13. Pass23,395 miles (+561)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    23,395 miles
    Test number
    947497914017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass22,834 miles (+741)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    22,834 miles
    Test number
    117224313079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass22,093 miles (+23)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    22,093 miles
    Test number
    906222912038
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished
  16. Fail22,070 miles (+616)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,070 miles
    Test number
    899881612042
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished
  17. Pass21,454 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    21,454 miles
    Test number
    697478511057
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  18. Fail21,452 miles (+623)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,452 miles
    Test number
    109907811433
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Pass20,829 miles (+1,093)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    20,829 miles
    Test number
    653174809324
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteHeavy surface perishing to offside rear and both front tyres
  20. Pass19,736 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    19,736 miles
    Test number
    812943208399
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  21. Fail19,736 miles (+1,635)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,736 miles
    Test number
    602522508372
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
  22. Pass18,101 miles (+2,241)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    18,101 miles
    Test number
    184547497179
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSurface perishing to both front and offside rear tyres
  23. Pass15,860 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    15,860 miles
    Test number
    281946016038
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSurface perishing to both front and offside rear tyre sidewalls

Questions about S36 BPK

Does S36 BPK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S36 BPK is valid until 10 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S36 BPK?
The MOT on S36 BPK is valid until 10 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S36 BPK done?
S36 BPK was recorded at 62,131 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 2,268 miles a year.
Has S36 BPK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S36 BPK has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2012.
Has the mileage on S36 BPK 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 S36 BPK find?
S36 BPK passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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