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BMW 316

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T147 RWTMOT history

T147 RWT is a silver petrol BMW 316 first used on 4 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 133,692 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
133,692 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,545 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T147 RWT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T147 RWT was last recorded at 133,692 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,691 miles · 12 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,545 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,692 miles
  • 2025 – 133,515 miles
  • 2024 – 133,372 miles
  • 2022 – 131,492 miles
  • 2021 – 130,032 miles
  • 2020 – 128,619 miles
  • 2019 – 125,946 miles
  • 2018 – 124,314 miles
  • 2017 – 121,440 miles
  • 2016 – 116,995 miles
  • 2015 – 113,249 miles
  • 2014 – 108,064 miles
  • 2013 – 102,298 miles
  • 2012 – 94,025 miles
  • 2011 – 87,147 miles
  • 2010 – 82,100 miles
  • 2009 – 81,807 miles
  • 2007 – 73,021 miles
  • 2006 – 65,010 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,692 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front brake servo pipe corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Coil spring corroded both rear springs slightly corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both rear axle bushes have slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

32 tests since 8 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,692 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    133,692 miles
    Test number
    869635245321
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake servo pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail133,691 miles (+176)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,691 miles
    Test number
    975755122311
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake servo pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass133,515 miles (+143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    133,515 miles
    Test number
    525027195248
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush slightly perished. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass133,372 miles (+1,880)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    133,372 miles
    Test number
    318608697714
    • AdvisoryBrake discs rusty

  5. Pass131,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    131,492 miles
    Test number
    165294235900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail131,492 miles (+1,460)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,492 miles
    Test number
    410591827081
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205.60.15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  7. Pass130,032 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    130,032 miles
    Test number
    533867793690
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlight aim on lower limit BUT will not adjust
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre almost bald inner edge
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack area
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting bushes soft

  8. Fail130,032 miles (+1,413)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,032 miles
    Test number
    189731801479
    • Repaired at testOffside Position lamp not working Sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlight aim on lower limit BUT will not adjust
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre almost bald inner edge
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack area
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting bushes soft

  9. Pass128,619 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    128,619 miles
    Test number
    176298812697
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear springs slightly corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail128,619 miles (+2,673)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,619 miles
    Test number
    919542287663
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear springs slightly corroded. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm rear inner bushes slightly perished.

  11. Pass125,946 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    125,946 miles
    Test number
    448884710752
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded front and rear in places
    • AdvisorySlight play in nsf rack joint

  12. Fail125,946 miles (+1,632)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,946 miles
    Test number
    558162465356
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded front and rear in places
    • AdvisorySlight play in nsf rack joint

  13. Pass124,314 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    124,314 miles
    Test number
    587990055149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail124,306 miles (+2,866)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,306 miles
    Test number
    811730836168
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass121,440 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    121,440 miles
    Test number
    881510293191
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes have slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail121,432 miles (+4,437)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,432 miles
    Test number
    874037298851
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes have slight play
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust heatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass116,995 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    116,995 miles
    Test number
    347007176283
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel bearing has slight noise on rotation
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield loose

  18. Fail116,995 miles (+3,746)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,995 miles
    Test number
    541089012398
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front wheel bearing has slight noise on rotation
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heatshield loose

  19. Pass113,249 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    113,249 miles
    Test number
    815365595157
    • NoteAuxillary drive belt is perished
    • NoteBraking faces of rear dics are badly corroded

  20. Fail113,249 miles (+5,185)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,249 miles
    Test number
    808361895141
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteAuxillary drive belt is perished
    • NoteBoth rear tyre tread depths are 3mm
    • NoteBraking faces of rear dics are badly corroded

  21. Pass108,064 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    108,064 miles
    Test number
    957652894179
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear discs badly corroded across braking surfaces

  22. Fail108,064 miles (+5,766)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,064 miles
    Test number
    245692194149
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear discs badly corroded across braking surfaces

  23. Pass102,298 miles (+361)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    102,298 miles
    Test number
    289309693164
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBraking faces of rear discs are corroded

  24. Fail101,937 miles (+7,912)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,937 miles
    Test number
    268749083191
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBraking faces of rear discs are corroded

  25. Pass94,025 miles (+6,878)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    94,025 miles
    Test number
    325664792156
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • NoteAirbag lamp
    • NoteFront brake discs in poor condition
    • NoteFront tyres worn low inner tread
    • NoteMovement n/s/f suspension arm joint

  26. Pass87,147 miles (+5,047)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    87,147 miles
    Test number
    196435691125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass82,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    82,100 miles
    Test number
    234434680486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail82,100 miles (+293)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,100 miles
    Test number
    561112280198
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • 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)

  29. Pass81,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    81,807 miles
    Test number
    423808749182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail81,807 miles (+8,786)1 dangerous7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,807 miles
    Test number
    260447449176
    • DangerousNearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

  31. Pass73,021 miles (+8,011)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    73,021 miles
    Test number
    743333317325
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  32. Pass65,010 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    65,010 miles
    Test number
    890822716393
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing badly inside

Questions about T147 RWT

Does T147 RWT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T147 RWT is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T147 RWT?
The MOT on T147 RWT is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T147 RWT done?
T147 RWT was recorded at 133,692 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 3,545 miles a year.
Has T147 RWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T147 RWT has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T147 RWT 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 T147 RWT find?
T147 RWT passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs pitted; front oil leak, but not excessive; offside front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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