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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 2,993 cc

T16 DTMMOT history

T16 DTM is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Jul 2010. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 126,655 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
126,655 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,884 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 DTM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
21 Jul 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 DTM was last recorded at 126,655 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 5,155 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,500 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,155 miles
Average per year
8,884 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,655 miles
  • 2025 – 121,500 miles
  • 2024 – 114,608 miles
  • 2023 – 105,010 miles
  • 2022 – 99,316 miles
  • 2021 – 88,521 miles
  • 2020 – 78,174 miles
  • 2019 – 66,519 miles
  • 2018 – 56,722 miles
  • 2017 – 43,712 miles
  • 2016 – 37,068 miles
  • 2015 – 27,600 miles
  • 2014 – 16,914 miles
  • 2013 – 13,337 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,655 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 11 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,655 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    126,655 miles
    Test number
    825586261973
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail126,655 miles (+5,155)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,655 miles
    Test number
    360255486856
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass121,500 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    121,500 miles
    Test number
    433074522468
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail121,500 miles (+6,892)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,500 miles
    Test number
    990336096252
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn 2 top arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn 2 top arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass114,608 miles (+9,598)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    114,608 miles
    Test number
    882081492642
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met
  6. Pass105,010 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    105,010 miles
    Test number
    340302741536
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Fail105,010 miles (+5,694)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,010 miles
    Test number
    241644521182
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass99,316 miles (+10,795)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    99,316 miles
    Test number
    256303571411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,521 miles (+10,347)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    88,521 miles
    Test number
    997203262989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,174 miles (+52)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    78,174 miles
    Test number
    201952982529
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail78,122 miles (+11,603)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,122 miles
    Test number
    619918984317
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass66,519 miles (+9,797)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    66,519 miles
    Test number
    851038181160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,722 miles (+13,010)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    56,722 miles
    Test number
    794399211261
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass43,712 miles (+6,644)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    43,712 miles
    Test number
    136056079049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,068 miles (+9,468)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    37,068 miles
    Test number
    699594688853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,600 miles (+10,686)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    27,600 miles
    Test number
    227025945134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass16,914 miles (+3,577)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    16,914 miles
    Test number
    956813434159
    • NoteFront brake disc's have slight wear
  18. Pass13,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    13,337 miles
    Test number
    907852093155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail13,337 miles1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,337 miles
    Test number
    625332493168
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about T16 DTM

Does T16 DTM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T16 DTM is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T16 DTM?
The MOT on T16 DTM is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T16 DTM done?
T16 DTM was recorded at 126,655 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 8,884 miles a year.
Has T16 DTM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 DTM has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T16 DTM 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 T16 DTM find?
T16 DTM passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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