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BMW 316

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

S44 MBEMOT history

S44 MBE is a silver petrol BMW 316 first used on 21 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 93,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

S44 MBE silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
93,308 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 MBE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S44 MBE was last recorded at 93,308 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 5,953 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,355 miles · 18 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,953 miles
Average per year
3,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,308 miles
  • 2025 – 87,355 miles
  • 2024 – 81,223 miles
  • 2023 – 74,541 miles
  • 2022 – 70,610 miles
  • 2021 – 58,758 miles
  • 2020 – 51,875 miles
  • 2019 – 45,057 miles
  • 2018 – 44,152 miles
  • 2017 – 43,100 miles
  • 2016 – 41,281 miles
  • 2015 – 38,817 miles
  • 2014 – 38,068 miles
  • 2013 – 36,521 miles
  • 2012 – 35,172 miles
  • 2011 – 32,926 miles
  • 2010 – 30,508 miles
  • 2009 – 25,767 miles
  • 2008 – 23,702 miles
  • 2007 – 20,339 miles
  • 2006 – 16,504 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,308 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on 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.

  • Undertrays fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,308 miles (+5,953)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    93,308 miles
    Test number
    336239832517
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass87,355 miles (+6,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    87,355 miles
    Test number
    277184037858
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass81,223 miles (+6,682)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    81,223 miles
    Test number
    933835072510
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ARM REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass74,541 miles (+3,931)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    74,541 miles
    Test number
    302545433355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass70,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    70,610 miles
    Test number
    446331636011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail70,610 miles (+11,852)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,610 miles
    Test number
    139536427314
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass58,758 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    58,758 miles
    Test number
    906084148095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail58,758 miles (+6,883)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,758 miles
    Test number
    185996631684
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass51,875 miles (+6,818)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    51,875 miles
    Test number
    463141983618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass45,057 miles (+905)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    45,057 miles
    Test number
    343610749115
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass44,152 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    44,152 miles
    Test number
    234429377388
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Fail44,152 miles (+1,052)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,152 miles
    Test number
    236984966467
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass43,100 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    43,100 miles
    Test number
    353050316710
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  14. Fail43,100 miles (+1,819)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,100 miles
    Test number
    630220757019
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  15. Pass41,281 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    41,281 miles
    Test number
    224295094267
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  16. Fail41,281 miles (+2,464)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,281 miles
    Test number
    142858955065
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.

  17. Pass38,817 miles (+749)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    38,817 miles
    Test number
    177855275496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,068 miles (+1,547)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    38,068 miles
    Test number
    108999374453
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  19. Pass36,521 miles (+1,349)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    36,521 miles
    Test number
    329200263047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,172 miles (+2,246)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    35,172 miles
    Test number
    827142872083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,926 miles (+2,418)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    32,926 miles
    Test number
    616076971061
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  22. Pass30,508 miles (+4,741)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    30,508 miles
    Test number
    170216450431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,767 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    25,767 miles
    Test number
    860398059020
    • NoteAll tyres slightly perished

  24. Fail25,762 miles (+2,060)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,762 miles
    Test number
    310176859024
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteAll tyres slightly perished

  25. Pass23,702 miles (+3,363)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    23,702 miles
    Test number
    740080988071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass20,339 miles (+3,835)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    20,339 miles
    Test number
    974456667020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass16,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    16,504 miles
    Test number
    512973286014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S44 MBE

Does S44 MBE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S44 MBE is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S44 MBE?
The MOT on S44 MBE is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S44 MBE done?
S44 MBE was recorded at 93,308 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 3,843 miles a year.
Has S44 MBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S44 MBE has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on S44 MBE 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 S44 MBE find?
S44 MBE passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 8 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 5 more.

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