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BMW 316

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,596 cc

S41 KYYMOT history

S41 KYY is a silver petrol BMW 316 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 20 Feb 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 51,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2025.

S41 KYY silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Feb 2026
Mileage
51,458 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2025
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,141 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S41 KYY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S41 KYY was last recorded at 51,458 miles on 18 Feb 2025, 169 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,289 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
169 miles
Average per year
1,141 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 51,458 miles
  • 2024 – 49,754 miles
  • 2023 – 48,912 miles
  • 2022 – 48,012 miles
  • 2021 – 44,398 miles
  • 2018 – 44,212 miles
  • 2017 – 43,253 miles
  • 2016 – 42,331 miles
  • 2015 – 41,592 miles
  • 2014 – 40,991 miles
  • 2013 – 39,873 miles
  • 2012 – 39,241 miles
  • 2011 – 38,699 miles
  • 2010 – 37,975 miles
  • 2009 – 36,880 miles
  • 2007 – 34,562 miles
  • 2006 – 30,272 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,458 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s brake reaction bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and or gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corrodingRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,458 miles (+169)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    51,458 miles
    Test number
    967779699148
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s brake reaction bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and or gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroding

  2. Fail51,289 miles (+1,535)1 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,289 miles
    Test number
    536395449284
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested leaking pipe (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s brake reaction bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and or gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroding

  3. Pass49,754 miles (+842)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    49,754 miles
    Test number
    279679673983
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and or gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s corroded @ wheels (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroding

  4. Pass48,912 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    48,912 miles
    Test number
    964190545283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail48,906 miles (+894)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,906 miles
    Test number
    123361679934
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Pass48,012 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    48,012 miles
    Test number
    434101390946
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail48,010 miles (+3,612)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,010 miles
    Test number
    337576339552
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass44,398 miles (+186)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    44,398 miles
    Test number
    438109612303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass44,212 miles (+959)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    44,212 miles
    Test number
    756686376088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front flexy slightly perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front flexy slightly perishing
    • AdvisoryExhurst rusty

  10. Pass43,253 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    43,253 miles
    Test number
    168950298020
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front inner tie rod ends

  11. Fail43,253 miles (+922)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,253 miles
    Test number
    227226174397
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front inner tie rod ends

  12. Pass42,331 miles (+739)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    42,331 miles
    Test number
    200274923012
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  13. Pass41,592 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    41,592 miles
    Test number
    498335149754
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail41,592 miles (+601)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,592 miles
    Test number
    625763493885
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracking

  15. Pass40,991 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    40,991 miles
    Test number
    318914434472
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteAll tyres cracking

  16. Fail40,991 miles (+1,118)2 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,991 miles
    Test number
    465773734239
    • DangerousSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • DangerousWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteAll tyres cracking

  17. Pass39,873 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    39,873 miles
    Test number
    209739363455
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to crack around outer edges
    • NoteRear exhaust box slightly deteriorated

  18. Fail39,873 miles (+632)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,873 miles
    Test number
    925559663129
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to crack around outer edges
    • NoteRear exhaust box slightly deteriorated

  19. Pass39,241 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    39,241 miles
    Test number
    819241952102
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFront number plate poor

  20. Fail39,241 miles (+542)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,241 miles
    Test number
    307410152168
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFront number plate poor

  21. Pass38,699 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    38,699 miles
    Test number
    847578771152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail38,697 miles (+722)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,697 miles
    Test number
    319073421141
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  23. Pass37,975 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    37,975 miles
    Test number
    980657720190
    • NoteFront brake pads same thickness as the metal
    • NoteFront discs poor

  24. Fail37,975 miles (+1,095)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,975 miles
    Test number
    212517720465
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront brake pads same thickness as the metal
    • NoteFront discs poor

  25. Fail36,880 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,880 miles
    Test number
    644182979091
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass36,880 miles (+2,318)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    36,880 miles
    Test number
    661952579019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass34,562 miles (+4,290)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    34,562 miles
    Test number
    323015017422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  28. Pass30,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    30,272 miles
    Test number
    853318606279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S41 KYY

Does S41 KYY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S41 KYY expired on 20 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S41 KYY?
The MOT on S41 KYY expired on 20 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S41 KYY done?
S41 KYY was recorded at 51,458 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2025, an average of 1,141 miles a year.
Has S41 KYY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S41 KYY has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on S41 KYY 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 S41 KYY find?
S41 KYY passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2025 with 7 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s and n/s; front play in steering rack inner joint(s); front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s brake reaction bushs, and 4 more.

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