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BMW 316

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T153 RWUMOT history

T153 RWU is a silver petrol BMW 316 first used on 23 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 101,828 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2022
Mileage
101,828 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2021
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,833 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T153 RWU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T153 RWU was last recorded at 101,828 miles on 21 Oct 2021, 2,499 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,329 miles · 27 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
2,499 miles
Average per year
3,833 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 101,828 miles
  • 2020 – 99,329 miles
  • 2019 – 96,783 miles
  • 2018 – 94,638 miles
  • 2017 – 92,737 miles
  • 2016 – 88,538 miles
  • 2015 – 85,246 miles
  • 2014 – 80,003 miles
  • 2013 – 72,383 miles
  • 2012 – 69,172 miles
  • 2011 – 65,803 miles
  • 2010 – 62,986 miles
  • 2009 – 59,769 miles
  • 2008 – 54,142 miles
  • 2007 – 48,805 miles
  • 2006 – 42,156 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,828 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,828 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    101,828 miles
    Test number
    792382051801
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail101,828 miles (+2,499)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,828 miles
    Test number
    274641939559
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass99,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    99,329 miles
    Test number
    615200509002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail99,329 miles (+2,546)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,329 miles
    Test number
    979786545529
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass96,783 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    96,783 miles
    Test number
    126450461223
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail96,765 miles (+2,127)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,765 miles
    Test number
    238844298116
    • DangerousBrake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass94,638 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    94,638 miles
    Test number
    668630640256
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S + O/S (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring corroded N/S + O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail94,638 miles (+1,901)3 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,638 miles
    Test number
    244830596094
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S + O/S (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring corroded N/S + O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass92,737 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    92,737 miles
    Test number
    141850108628
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail92,737 miles (+4,199)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,737 miles
    Test number
    421710662935
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass88,538 miles (+3,292)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    88,538 miles
    Test number
    601962262253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,246 miles (+5,243)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    85,246 miles
    Test number
    173783812316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,003 miles (+7,620)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    80,003 miles
    Test number
    596129084192
    • 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)

  14. Pass72,383 miles (+3,211)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    72,383 miles
    Test number
    447219213126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,172 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    69,172 miles
    Test number
    795679012189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail69,094 miles (+3,291)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,094 miles
    Test number
    807924512103
    • 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)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Pass65,803 miles (+2,817)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    65,803 miles
    Test number
    226837011413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,986 miles (+3,217)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    62,986 miles
    Test number
    540733600110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass59,769 miles (+5,627)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    59,769 miles
    Test number
    381680029191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    54,142 miles
    Test number
    240661298064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail54,142 miles (+5,337)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,142 miles
    Test number
    242851298025
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass48,805 miles (+6,649)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    48,805 miles
    Test number
    243146807117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    42,156 miles
    Test number
    922497186055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T153 RWU

Does T153 RWU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T153 RWU expired on 30 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T153 RWU?
The MOT on T153 RWU expired on 30 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T153 RWU done?
T153 RWU was recorded at 101,828 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2021, an average of 3,833 miles a year.
Has T153 RWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T153 RWU has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T153 RWU 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 T153 RWU find?
T153 RWU passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2021 with 4 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; nearside front coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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