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BMW 316

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

S76 MCFMOT history

S76 MCF is a green petrol BMW 316 first used on 5 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2025 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 123,392 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2024.

S76 MCF green BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2025
Mileage
123,392 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2024
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,939 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S76 MCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S76 MCF was last recorded at 123,392 miles on 3 Oct 2024, 4,336 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,056 miles · 30 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
4,336 miles
Average per year
4,939 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 123,392 miles
  • 2023 – 119,056 miles
  • 2022 – 116,588 miles
  • 2021 – 113,636 miles
  • 2020 – 110,945 miles
  • 2019 – 109,554 miles
  • 2018 – 106,508 miles
  • 2017 – 102,812 miles
  • 2016 – 94,841 miles
  • 2015 – 90,124 miles
  • 2014 – 86,284 miles
  • 2013 – 80,226 miles
  • 2012 – 74,972 miles
  • 2011 – 64,954 miles
  • 2010 – 57,889 miles
  • 2009 – 48,526 miles
  • 2008 – 41,220 miles
  • 2007 – 34,640 miles
  • 2006 – 32,598 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,392 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,392 miles (+4,336)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    123,392 miles
    Test number
    622890608502
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass119,056 miles (+2,468)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    119,056 miles
    Test number
    384695536065
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass116,588 miles (+2,952)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    116,588 miles
    Test number
    750808203148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass113,636 miles (+2,691)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    113,636 miles
    Test number
    802311553220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass110,945 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    110,945 miles
    Test number
    450058012788
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail110,945 miles (+1,391)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,945 miles
    Test number
    685608755936
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass109,554 miles (+3,046)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    109,554 miles
    Test number
    662731955464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass106,508 miles (+3,696)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    106,508 miles
    Test number
    829041030311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass102,812 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    102,812 miles
    Test number
    604271477934
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail102,812 miles (+7,971)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,812 miles
    Test number
    893110356442
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass94,841 miles (+4,717)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    94,841 miles
    Test number
    775682197477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

  12. Pass90,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    90,124 miles
    Test number
    796073573892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail90,124 miles (+3,840)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,124 miles
    Test number
    634871650693
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass86,284 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    86,284 miles
    Test number
    657779904343
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust rubber broken

  15. Fail86,284 miles (+6,058)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,284 miles
    Test number
    588129704332
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust rubber broken

  16. Pass80,226 miles (+5,254)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    80,226 miles
    Test number
    485166713456
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass74,972 miles (+3,130)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    74,972 miles
    Test number
    619731912344
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass71,842 miles (+6,888)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    71,842 miles
    Test number
    819699432115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass64,954 miles (+7,065)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    64,954 miles
    Test number
    116992431190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass57,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    57,889 miles
    Test number
    614899530115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail57,889 miles (+9,363)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,889 miles
    Test number
    443509630163
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  22. Pass48,526 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    48,526 miles
    Test number
    290264539194
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail48,526 miles (+7,306)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,526 miles
    Test number
    842104939196
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass41,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    41,220 miles
    Test number
    530283948189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail41,220 miles (+6,580)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,220 miles
    Test number
    923572448147
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Pass34,640 miles (+2,042)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2008
    Odometer
    34,640 miles
    Test number
    852546437152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    32,598 miles
    Test number
    213927236144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S76 MCF

Does S76 MCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S76 MCF expired on 2 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S76 MCF?
The MOT on S76 MCF expired on 2 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S76 MCF done?
S76 MCF was recorded at 123,392 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2024, an average of 4,939 miles a year.
Has S76 MCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S76 MCF has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on S76 MCF 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 S76 MCF find?
S76 MCF passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside outer integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside outer integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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