BMW logo

BMW 3 Series

Bronze · Petrol · 2008 · 1,995 cc

T16 RWLMOT history

T16 RWL is a bronze petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jan 2008. Its MOT expired on 24 Feb 2024 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 154,380 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Feb 2024
Mileage
154,380 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2023
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,271 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T16 RWL in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T16 RWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 RWL was last recorded at 154,380 miles on 25 Feb 2023, 3,825 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,555 miles · 14 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
3,825 miles
Average per year
7,271 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 154,380 miles
  • 2021 – 150,555 miles
  • 2020 – 145,916 miles
  • 2019 – 132,243 miles
  • 2018 – 126,802 miles
  • 2017 – 119,696 miles
  • 2016 – 114,773 miles
  • 2015 – 106,159 miles
  • 2014 – 96,289 miles
  • 2013 – 91,095 miles
  • 2012 – 78,335 miles
  • 2011 – 66,646 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,380 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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))

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

19 tests since 31 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,380 miles (+3,825)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    154,380 miles
    Test number
    712007695300
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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))

  2. Pass150,555 miles (+4,639)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    150,555 miles
    Test number
    466608124935
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass145,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    145,916 miles
    Test number
    165837017242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail145,916 miles (+13,673)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,916 miles
    Test number
    113848193767
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass132,243 miles (+5,441)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    132,243 miles
    Test number
    964788522207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass126,802 miles (+7,106)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    126,802 miles
    Test number
    591779139111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass119,696 miles (+4,923)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    119,696 miles
    Test number
    801437430293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass114,773 miles (+187)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    114,773 miles
    Test number
    865035780893
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both side (2.7.3)

  9. Fail114,586 miles (+8,427)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,586 miles
    Test number
    373474422888
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre sidewall cut but not got cords showing.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre feathering
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  10. Pass106,159 miles (+9,870)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    106,159 miles
    Test number
    536610965182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre cut to side wall but not deep enough to expose cords or ply

  11. Pass96,289 miles (+63)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    96,289 miles
    Test number
    547995074101
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre has cuts not showing cords
    • NoteO/S/R tyre has cuts not showing cords

  12. Fail96,226 miles (+5,131)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,226 miles
    Test number
    609179964171
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/S/F Tyre has cut not exposing cords
    • NoteN/S/R Tyre has cut not exposing cords
    • NoteO/S/R Tyre has cut not exposing cords

  13. Pass91,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    91,095 miles
    Test number
    366922163486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail91,095 miles (+2,574)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,095 miles
    Test number
    207671863222
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass88,521 miles (+10,186)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    88,521 miles
    Test number
    149857333481
    • NoteSlight run out of true on front brakes

  16. Pass78,335 miles (+11,689)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    78,335 miles
    Test number
    168709632499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,646 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    66,646 miles
    Test number
    765980341061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail66,642 miles (+10)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,642 miles
    Test number
    137935331030
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  19. Fail66,632 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,632 miles
    Test number
    579281331047
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Questions about T16 RWL

Does T16 RWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T16 RWL expired on 24 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T16 RWL?
The MOT on T16 RWL expired on 24 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T16 RWL done?
T16 RWL was recorded at 154,380 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2023, an average of 7,271 miles a year.
Has T16 RWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 RWL has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on T16 RWL 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 RWL find?
T16 RWL passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2023 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

Related registrations

Browse all T16R registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.