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BMW 316

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,596 cc

S46 KCCMOT history

S46 KCC is a green petrol BMW 316 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 82,254 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

S46 KCC green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
82,254 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,251 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S46 KCC
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 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S46 KCC was last recorded at 82,254 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,243 miles · 16 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
3,251 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,254 miles
  • 2025 – 80,518 miles
  • 2024 – 79,484 miles
  • 2023 – 79,282 miles
  • 2022 – 79,108 miles
  • 2021 – 77,254 miles
  • 2020 – 76,431 miles
  • 2019 – 73,788 miles
  • 2018 – 67,198 miles
  • 2017 – 58,588 miles
  • 2016 – 50,818 miles
  • 2015 – 43,569 miles
  • 2014 – 37,147 miles
  • 2013 – 29,631 miles
  • 2012 – 22,840 miles
  • 2011 – 21,030 miles
  • 2010 – 20,138 miles
  • 2009 – 19,190 miles
  • 2008 – 18,229 miles
  • 2007 – 17,474 miles
  • 2006 – 16,459 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,254 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear petrol tank strap slightly corroded
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,254 miles (+11)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    82,254 miles
    Test number
    357745733538
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear petrol tank strap slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail82,243 miles (+15)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,243 miles
    Test number
    551255320611
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust Silencer bracket (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail82,228 miles (+1,710)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,228 miles
    Test number
    545230007213
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass80,518 miles (+1,034)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    80,518 miles
    Test number
    579075861123
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAir intake pipe split but not affecting emission test

  5. Pass79,484 miles (+202)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    79,484 miles
    Test number
    826978333285
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass79,282 miles (+174)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    79,282 miles
    Test number
    968128147259
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  7. Pass79,108 miles (+1,854)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    79,108 miles
    Test number
    684956336237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front track rod end nut surface rust
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front track rod end nut surface rust
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes on underside surface rust

  8. Pass77,254 miles (+823)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    77,254 miles
    Test number
    273660272973
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass76,431 miles (+2,643)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    76,431 miles
    Test number
    255931008232
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass73,788 miles (+6,590)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    73,788 miles
    Test number
    118381395852
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise handbrake adjustment

  11. Pass67,198 miles (+19)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    67,198 miles
    Test number
    875113985852
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail67,179 miles (+8,591)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,179 miles
    Test number
    890806600166
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass58,588 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    58,588 miles
    Test number
    357476851240
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail58,588 miles (+7,770)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,588 miles
    Test number
    272004984145
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass50,818 miles (+7,249)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    50,818 miles
    Test number
    857285809796
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass43,569 miles (+6,422)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    43,569 miles
    Test number
    588151105264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,147 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    37,147 miles
    Test number
    285512194108
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteRear exhaust box/ bracket corroded

  18. Fail37,147 miles (+7,516)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,147 miles
    Test number
    249758584152
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteRear exhaust box/ bracket corroded

  19. Pass29,631 miles (+6,791)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    29,631 miles
    Test number
    316976193104
    • NoteAdvise front number plate

  20. Pass22,840 miles (+1,810)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    22,840 miles
    Test number
    328048102486
    • NoteAll tyres starting to crack
    • NoteO/s rear parking brake recording little effort

  21. Pass21,030 miles (+892)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    21,030 miles
    Test number
    877724391154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,138 miles (+948)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    20,138 miles
    Test number
    321196990192
    • NoteBoth front and o/s rear tyres starting to crack on inner sidewalls

  23. Pass19,190 miles (+961)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    19,190 miles
    Test number
    744727399172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    18,229 miles
    Test number
    973681008293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail18,229 miles (+755)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,229 miles
    Test number
    801470008224
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass17,474 miles (+1,015)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    17,474 miles
    Test number
    102000607299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass16,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    16,459 miles
    Test number
    932209596102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S46 KCC

Does S46 KCC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S46 KCC is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S46 KCC?
The MOT on S46 KCC is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S46 KCC done?
S46 KCC was recorded at 82,254 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 3,251 miles a year.
Has S46 KCC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S46 KCC has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S46 KCC 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 S46 KCC find?
S46 KCC passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 11 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 8 more.

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