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BMW 840

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 4,398 cc

T116 VAVMOT history

T116 VAV is a silver petrol BMW 840 first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2025 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 110,246 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Apr 2025
Mileage
110,246 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,822 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T116 VAV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
840
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T116 VAV was last recorded at 110,246 miles on 24 Apr 2025, 224 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,022 miles · 12 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
224 miles
Average per year
1,822 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,246 miles
  • 2024 – 110,022 miles
  • 2022 – 109,480 miles
  • 2020 – 109,458 miles
  • 2019 – 109,308 miles
  • 2018 – 108,632 miles
  • 2017 – 107,857 miles
  • 2016 – 106,277 miles
  • 2015 – 105,183 miles
  • 2014 – 102,969 miles
  • 2013 – 100,201 miles
  • 2012 – 98,657 miles
  • 2011 – 97,527 miles
  • 2010 – 95,547 miles
  • 2009 – 90,558 miles
  • 2008 – 83,911 miles
  • 2007 – 80,360 miles
  • 2006 – 75,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail110,246 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

What MOT failures 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.

  • Both rear suspension coil springs rusty

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Metal brake unions and ferrules starting to rust

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Metal fuel pipes starting to rust

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Suspension, steering, subframes and fuel tank straps starting to rust

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail110,246 miles (+224)5 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,246 miles
    Test number
    988585427871
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  2. Pass110,022 miles (+542)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    110,022 miles
    Test number
    708020262784
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySeveral areas of surface corrosion commensurate with age of vehicle/sills inner outer/suspension steering/brake and also perished bushes again due to age ...

  3. Pass109,480 miles (+22)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    109,480 miles
    Test number
    627562671011
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySeveral areas of surface corrosion to underside of vehicle/inner sills/suspension components/fuel lines/subframes all relevant to age of vehicle/some steering suspension bushes perished again age related and none of above is excessive...

  4. Fail109,458 miles (+150)1 dangerous7 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,458 miles
    Test number
    258788959423
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension coil springs rusty
    • AdvisoryCentre/ rear exhaust sections rusty
    • AdvisoryEngine mountings starting to rust and rubbers starting to crack/ perish
    • AdvisoryMetal brake unions and ferrules starting to rust
    • AdvisoryMetal fuel pipes starting to rust
    • AdvisoryOffside front metal brake pipe and rear of nearside front to rear metal brake pipes starting to rust
    • AdvisoryRear number plate starting to fade
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms bushes starting to crack/ perish
    • AdvisorySill panels, front cross member and front inner wheel arches starting to rust
    • AdvisorySteering box slight movement
    • AdvisorySubframe bushes starting to crack/ perish
    • AdvisorySuspension, steering, subframes and fuel tank straps starting to rust

  5. Pass109,308 miles (+676)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    109,308 miles
    Test number
    572703127091
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension coil springs rusty
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust sections rusty
    • AdvisoryEngine mountings starting to rust and rubbers starting to crack/ perish
    • AdvisoryFront suspension lower ball joints cover boots starting to crack/ perish
    • AdvisoryMetal brake unions and ferrules starting to rust
    • AdvisoryMetal fuel pipes starting to rust
    • AdvisoryOffside front metal brake pipe and rear of both front to rear metal brake pipes starting to rust
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arms bushes starting to crack/ perish
    • AdvisorySill panels, front crossmember and front inner wheel arches starting to rust
    • AdvisorySteering box slight movement
    • AdvisorySubframe bushes starting to crack/ perish
    • AdvisorySuspension, steering, subframes and fuel tank straps starting to rust

  6. Pass108,632 miles (+7)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    108,632 miles
    Test number
    512353745795
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension coil springs rusty
    • AdvisoryCentre/ rear exhaust sections starting to rust
    • AdvisoryFront suspension lower ball joints cover boots starting to crack/ perish
    • AdvisoryMetal brake unions and ferrules starting to rust
    • AdvisoryMetal fuel pipes starting to rust
    • AdvisoryRear of both front to rear metal brake pipes and offside front metal brake pipes starting to rust
    • AdvisoryRear suspension lower arms bushes starting to crack/ perish
    • AdvisorySill panels starting to rust
    • AdvisorySuspension, steering, subframes and fuel tank straps starting to rust

  7. Fail108,625 miles (+768)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,625 miles
    Test number
    957214671208
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 33% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension coil springs rusty
    • AdvisoryCentre/ rear exhaust sections starting to rust
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs starting to rust on inner surfaces
    • AdvisoryMetal brake unions and ferrules starting to rust
    • AdvisoryMetal fuel pipes starting to rust
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance slightly low
    • AdvisoryRear of both front to rear metal brake pipes and both front metal brake pipes starting to rust
    • AdvisoryRear suspension lower arms inner bushes starting to crack/ perish
    • AdvisorySill panels starting to rust
    • AdvisorySuspension, steering, subframes and fuel tank mounting straps starting to rust

  8. Pass107,857 miles (+1,580)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    107,857 miles
    Test number
    699531728880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,277 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    106,277 miles
    Test number
    360554346323
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail106,254 miles (+1,071)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,254 miles
    Test number
    331578360215
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass105,183 miles (+2,214)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    105,183 miles
    Test number
    984456520623
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc inner edges slightly worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight corrosion to outer sill area..

  12. Pass102,969 miles (+81)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    102,969 miles
    Test number
    827775304261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail102,888 miles (+2,687)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,888 miles
    Test number
    546213494196
    • DangerousFuel tank insecure (7.2.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass100,201 miles (+1,544)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    100,201 miles
    Test number
    886491903299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass98,657 miles (+1,130)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    98,657 miles
    Test number
    316109312167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass97,527 miles (+1,980)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    97,527 miles
    Test number
    115800021118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass95,547 miles (+4,989)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    95,547 miles
    Test number
    740018820114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass90,558 miles (+6,647)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    90,558 miles
    Test number
    660203149128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass83,911 miles (+3,551)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2009
    Odometer
    83,911 miles
    Test number
    160171738165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass80,360 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2008
    Odometer
    80,360 miles
    Test number
    522446147157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail80,327 miles (+4,701)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,327 miles
    Test number
    173429837132
    • DangerousBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

  22. Pass75,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    75,626 miles
    Test number
    794574116116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T116 VAV

Does T116 VAV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T116 VAV expired on 11 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T116 VAV?
The MOT on T116 VAV expired on 11 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T116 VAV done?
T116 VAV was recorded at 110,246 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2025, an average of 1,822 miles a year.
Has T116 VAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T116 VAV has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T116 VAV 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 T116 VAV find?
T116 VAV failed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2025 with 5 dangerous defects, 3 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front lower suspension arm likely to fail; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached; offside front lower suspension arm likely to fail, and 6 more.

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