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BMW 316

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T128 RTVMOT history

T128 RTV is a black petrol BMW 316 first used on 13 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 143,042 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2025
Mileage
143,042 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2025
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,535 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T128 RTV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T128 RTV was last recorded at 143,042 miles on 1 Oct 2025, 7,124 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,918 miles · 24 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
7,124 miles
Average per year
6,535 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,042 miles
  • 2024 – 135,918 miles
  • 2023 – 128,461 miles
  • 2022 – 120,548 miles
  • 2021 – 112,005 miles
  • 2020 – 101,826 miles
  • 2019 – 94,405 miles
  • 2018 – 88,352 miles
  • 2017 – 80,839 miles
  • 2016 – 66,425 miles
  • 2015 – 51,990 miles
  • 2014 – 41,938 miles
  • 2013 – 32,514 miles
  • 2012 – 30,319 miles
  • 2011 – 28,297 miles
  • 2010 – 25,744 miles
  • 2009 – 23,635 miles
  • 2008 – 20,128 miles
  • 2007 – 17,861 miles
  • 2006 – 15,828 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail143,042 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor corroded/holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all inner sills & jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll body & wheel arches 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

34 tests since 14 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail143,042 miles (+7,124)5 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,042 miles
    Test number
    817136168623
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor corroded/holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all inner sills & jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll body & wheel arches corroded

  2. Pass135,918 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    135,918 miles
    Test number
    177492958617
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair & parking brake (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all jacking points & inner sills corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll wheel arches corroded

  3. Fail135,918 miles (+7,457)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,918 miles
    Test number
    562452755605
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair & parking brake (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all jacking points & inner sills corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll wheel arches corroded

  4. Pass128,461 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    128,461 miles
    Test number
    807044187564
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel archs corroded

  5. Fail128,461 miles (+7,913)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,461 miles
    Test number
    745589057398
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel archs corroded

  6. Pass120,548 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    120,548 miles
    Test number
    167027453144
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (d))

  7. Fail120,548 miles (+8,543)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,548 miles
    Test number
    176706996669
    • Repaired at testOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (d))

  8. Pass112,005 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    112,005 miles
    Test number
    778782787256
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail112,005 miles (+10,179)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,005 miles
    Test number
    101654768341
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass101,826 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    101,826 miles
    Test number
    601220493607
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) all front

  11. Fail101,826 miles (+7,421)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,826 miles
    Test number
    315488411199
    • Repaired at testSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) all front

  12. Pass94,405 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    94,405 miles
    Test number
    549413667810
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail94,405 miles (+6,053)4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,405 miles
    Test number
    253981071514
    • Repaired at testNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass88,352 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    88,352 miles
    Test number
    669620440881
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  15. Fail88,352 miles (+7,513)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,352 miles
    Test number
    870172391123
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  16. Pass80,839 miles (+14,414)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    80,839 miles
    Test number
    274843903631
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryAuxillary belt perished

  17. Pass66,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    66,425 miles
    Test number
    283344159595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail66,425 miles (+14,435)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,425 miles
    Test number
    332942818741
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass51,990 miles (+10,052)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    51,990 miles
    Test number
    690219452156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    41,938 miles
    Test number
    379356684472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail41,938 miles (+9,424)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,938 miles
    Test number
    637296584273
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass32,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    32,514 miles
    Test number
    736300913392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail32,514 miles (+818)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,514 miles
    Test number
    365990613390
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass31,696 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    31,696 miles
    Test number
    555531903158
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSlight play in O/S steering rod inner joint

  25. Fail31,695 miles (+1,376)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,695 miles
    Test number
    447179593038
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSlight play in O/S steering rod inner joint

  26. Pass30,319 miles (+2,022)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    30,319 miles
    Test number
    265551912161
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  27. Pass28,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    28,297 miles
    Test number
    926763501195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail28,297 miles (+2,553)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,297 miles
    Test number
    999243501130
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  29. Pass25,744 miles (+2,109)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    25,744 miles
    Test number
    892509800157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass23,635 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    23,635 miles
    Test number
    512510019165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail23,635 miles (+3,507)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,635 miles
    Test number
    650870119126
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  32. Pass20,128 miles (+2,267)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    20,128 miles
    Test number
    782739308140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass17,861 miles (+2,033)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    17,861 miles
    Test number
    391029207144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass15,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    15,828 miles
    Test number
    464724306103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T128 RTV

Does T128 RTV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T128 RTV expired on 3 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T128 RTV?
The MOT on T128 RTV expired on 3 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T128 RTV done?
T128 RTV was recorded at 143,042 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2025, an average of 6,535 miles a year.
Has T128 RTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T128 RTV has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T128 RTV 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 T128 RTV find?
T128 RTV failed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2025 with 5 dangerous defects, 7 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and 12 more.

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