BMW 316
Black · Petrol · 1998 · 1,596 cc
S69 ADSMOT history
S69 ADS is a black petrol BMW 316 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 42,519 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 17 Nov 2026
- Mileage
- 42,519 mi
- At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
- MOT tests
- 21
- 16 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 1,755 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S69 ADS
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 316
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,596 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 1 Aug 1998
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 18 Nov 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
S69 ADS was last recorded at 42,519 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 42,518 miles · 4 Nov 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1 miles
- Average per year
- 1,755 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 42,519 miles
- 2023 – 40,018 miles
- 2022 – 27,650 miles
- 2021 – 14,608 miles
- 2017 – 14,207 miles
- 2016 – 13,881 miles
- 2015 – 13,548 miles
- 2014 – 13,212 miles
- 2013 – 12,724 miles
- 2012 – 12,148 miles
- 2011 – 11,643 miles
- 2010 – 11,045 miles
- 2009 – 10,513 miles
- 2008 – 9,876 miles
- 2007 – 9,394 miles
- 2006 – 8,723 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass42,519 miles
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryBrake pipes corroding under paintRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryO/s/r brake disc damaged by excessive heatRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroding and weepingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryVehicle corroding in prescribed areasRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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 Coil spring corroded
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Mount Bush Perishing
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Mount Bush Perishing
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
21 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass42,519 miles (+1)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Nov 2026
- Odometer
- 42,519 miles
- Test number
- 168197836355
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipes corroding under paint
- AdvisoryO/s/r brake disc damaged by excessive heat
- AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroding and weeping
- AdvisoryVehicle corroding in prescribed areas
Fail42,518 miles (+2,500)1 dangerous7 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 42,518 miles
- Test number
- 336497832012
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- 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 carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (1.6 (e))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipes corroding under paint
- AdvisoryO/s/r brake disc damaged by excessive heat
- AdvisoryPower steering pipes corroding and weeping
- AdvisoryVehicle corroding in prescribed areas
Pass40,018 miles (+29)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 May 2024
- Odometer
- 40,018 miles
- Test number
- 386476476940
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Mount Bush Perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Mount Bush Perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail39,989 miles (+12,339)2 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 39,989 miles
- Test number
- 621166749062
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Mount Bush Perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Mount Bush Perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass27,650 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 May 2023
- Odometer
- 27,650 miles
- Test number
- 445523867538
- AdvisoryBoth Fuel Tank Mount Straps Corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail27,650 miles (+13,042)1 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 27,650 miles
- Test number
- 912650638943
- Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryBoth Fuel Tank Mount Straps Corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass14,608 miles (+401)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 May 2022
- Odometer
- 14,608 miles
- Test number
- 833186441990
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass14,207 miles
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2018
- Odometer
- 14,207 miles
- Test number
- 239065620641
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail14,207 miles (+326)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 14,207 miles
- Test number
- 549794468295
- FailureBraking system leaking front to rear pipe at tank (3.6.A.1)
- FailureNearside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at tank (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at tank (3.6.B.2c)
Pass13,881 miles (+333)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2017
- Odometer
- 13,881 miles
- Test number
- 695166510816
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded inner (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass13,548 miles (+336)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2016
- Odometer
- 13,548 miles
- Test number
- 297253245924
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass13,212 miles
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2015
- Odometer
- 13,212 miles
- Test number
- 477547224295
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail13,212 miles (+488)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 13,212 miles
- Test number
- 839616724266
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Pass12,724 miles (+576)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2014
- Odometer
- 12,724 miles
- Test number
- 566507923294
- NoteCorrosion of exhaust supports
Pass12,148 miles (+505)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2013
- Odometer
- 12,148 miles
- Test number
- 188759822200
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass11,643 miles (+598)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2012
- Odometer
- 11,643 miles
- Test number
- 467208521269
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass11,045 miles (+532)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2011
- Odometer
- 11,045 miles
- Test number
- 342319520407
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass10,513 miles (+637)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2010
- Odometer
- 10,513 miles
- Test number
- 922699129218
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass9,876 miles (+482)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2009
- Odometer
- 9,876 miles
- Test number
- 542019928299
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass9,394 miles (+671)
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2008
- Odometer
- 9,394 miles
- Test number
- 861269427201
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass8,723 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2007
- Odometer
- 8,723 miles
- Test number
- 343319726275
- AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Questions about S69 ADS
- Does S69 ADS currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S69 ADS is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
- When is the MOT due on S69 ADS?
- The MOT on S69 ADS is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has S69 ADS done?
- S69 ADS was recorded at 42,519 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 1,755 miles a year.
- Has S69 ADS ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S69 ADS has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2025.
- Has the mileage on S69 ADS 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 S69 ADS find?
- S69 ADS passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; brake pipes corroding under paint; o/s/r brake disc damaged by excessive heat, and 2 more.
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