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BMW 316

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,800 cc

T144 GKNMOT history

T144 GKN is a silver petrol BMW 316 first used on 3 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 130,882 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
130,882 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,219 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T144 GKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T144 GKN was last recorded at 130,882 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,874 miles · 9 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
4,219 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,882 miles
  • 2025 – 128,371 miles
  • 2020 – 126,793 miles
  • 2018 – 120,926 miles
  • 2017 – 116,641 miles
  • 2016 – 111,780 miles
  • 2015 – 108,737 miles
  • 2014 – 103,355 miles
  • 2013 – 97,792 miles
  • 2012 – 85,971 miles
  • 2011 – 71,826 miles
  • 2010 – 58,492 miles
  • 2009 – 55,863 miles
  • 2008 – 52,026 miles
  • 2007 – 49,610 miles
  • 2006 – 46,774 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,882 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion to both rear inner sillsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 brake discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on 1.6mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • N/s sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Osr inner sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,882 miles (+8)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    130,882 miles
    Test number
    100624309472
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to both rear inner sills
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail130,874 miles (+2,503)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,874 miles
    Test number
    501197879382
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to both rear inner sills
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass128,371 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    128,371 miles
    Test number
    930744307410
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOsr inner sill corroded

  4. Fail128,362 miles (+1,569)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,362 miles
    Test number
    150595416398
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOsr inner sill corroded

  5. Pass126,793 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    126,793 miles
    Test number
    701382254460
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake effort uneven

  6. Fail126,793 miles (+5,867)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,793 miles
    Test number
    605362787468
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake effort uneven

  7. Pass120,926 miles (+9)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    120,926 miles
    Test number
    964179687559
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive side sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside engine mounting not fitted correctly / still secure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency uneven
    • AdvisorySide sill covers fitted

  8. Fail120,917 miles (+4,276)2 major1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,917 miles
    Test number
    262846364225
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive side sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside engine mounting not fitted correctly / still secure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency uneven
    • AdvisorySide sill covers fitted

  9. Pass116,641 miles (+4,861)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    116,641 miles
    Test number
    712947803025
    • AdvisoryHandbrake effort uneven
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryN/s/f suspension arm bush deteriorated
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn bald inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s engine mount fitted incorrectly
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre heavy wear inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear suspension springs different each side
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks

  10. Pass111,780 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    111,780 miles
    Test number
    307526151617
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre 2.5mm
    • AdvisoryOffside lower engine mount not fitted correctly
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs not a matching pair
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencers corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on on dash
    • AdvisoryEngine and gearbox oil leaks
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency uneven, nearside low

  11. Fail111,780 miles (+3,043)1 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,780 miles
    Test number
    910346807879
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake hose excessively damaged fouling on parking brake cable, showing cords (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre 2.5mm
    • AdvisoryOffside lower engine mount not fitted correctly
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs not a matching pair
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencers corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on on dash
    • AdvisoryEngine and gearbox oil leaks
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency uneven, nearside low

  12. Pass108,737 miles (+5,382)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    108,737 miles
    Test number
    846788516540
    • AdvisoryBattery tray area corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded and poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake effort poor
    • AdvisoryN/s headlamp unit seal leaking
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wall worn
    • AdvisoryO/s/f floor corroded

  13. Pass103,355 miles (+101)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    103,355 miles
    Test number
    418334814433
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAux belt perished and cracked
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteParking brake effort uneven
    • NoteRear silencer corroded
    • NoteService light on

  14. Fail103,254 miles (+5,462)4 failures1 advisory9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,254 miles
    Test number
    907585304300
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAux belt perished and cracked
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront brake hoses perished
    • NoteParking brake effort uneven
    • NoteRear silencer corroded
    • NoteService light on

  15. Pass97,792 miles (+11,821)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    97,792 miles
    Test number
    857403933363
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pad wear warning light on
    • NoteWindscreen cracked but not affecting view of the road

  16. Pass85,971 miles (+14,145)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    85,971 miles
    Test number
    408629012367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside washer jet partially blocked
    • NoteRear brake discs in poor condition

  17. Pass71,826 miles (+13,334)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    71,826 miles
    Test number
    445849091275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,492 miles (+2,629)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    58,492 miles
    Test number
    212614310345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,863 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    55,863 miles
    Test number
    863009349134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail55,863 miles (+3,837)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,863 miles
    Test number
    891859849108
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  21. Pass52,026 miles (+2,416)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    52,026 miles
    Test number
    271935458444
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOuter sills plastic covered

  22. Pass49,610 miles (+2,836)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    49,610 miles
    Test number
    520289347118
    • DangerousOil leak
    • NoteOuter sills plastic covered

  23. Pass46,774 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    46,774 miles
    Test number
    833183526164
    • NoteBoth outer sills plastic covered
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about T144 GKN

Does T144 GKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T144 GKN is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T144 GKN?
The MOT on T144 GKN is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T144 GKN done?
T144 GKN was recorded at 130,882 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 4,219 miles a year.
Has T144 GKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T144 GKN has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T144 GKN 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 T144 GKN find?
T144 GKN passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill, and 4 more.

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