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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

T16 SBWMOT history

T16 SBW is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 103,734 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
103,734 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,887 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 SBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 SBW was last recorded at 103,734 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 65 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,669 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
65 miles
Average per year
1,887 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,734 miles
  • 2025 – 103,669 miles
  • 2021 – 103,579 miles
  • 2019 – 102,619 miles
  • 2016 – 101,450 miles
  • 2015 – 97,857 miles
  • 2014 – 96,038 miles
  • 2013 – 94,899 miles
  • 2011 – 91,825 miles
  • 2010 – 87,697 miles
  • 2009 – 82,845 miles
  • 2008 – 80,528 miles
  • 2007 – 75,703 miles
  • 2006 – 66,309 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,734 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBrake pipes corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass103,734 miles (+65)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    103,734 miles
    Test number
    661694063753
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded

  2. Pass103,669 miles (+90)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    103,669 miles
    Test number
    225625769451
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded

  3. Pass103,579 miles (+960)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    103,579 miles
    Test number
    346456227164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded

  4. Pass102,619 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,619 miles
    Test number
    414249973519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail102,596 miles (+1,146)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,596 miles
    Test number
    319131950992
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective split on end (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass101,450 miles (+3,593)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    101,450 miles
    Test number
    164743545863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass97,857 miles (+1,819)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    97,857 miles
    Test number
    238575249098
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirrow missing
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass96,038 miles (+1,139)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    96,038 miles
    Test number
    648724074213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail94,899 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,899 miles
    Test number
    359392733268
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass94,899 miles (+3,074)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    94,899 miles
    Test number
    449482433236
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass91,825 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    91,825 miles
    Test number
    116274631337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail91,761 miles (+4,064)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,761 miles
    Test number
    858916721382
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass87,697 miles (+4,852)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    87,697 miles
    Test number
    260598110222
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass82,845 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    82,845 miles
    Test number
    650506789097
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail82,845 miles (+2,317)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,845 miles
    Test number
    771355989079
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass80,528 miles (+4,825)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    80,528 miles
    Test number
    951521078262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass75,703 miles (+9,394)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    75,703 miles
    Test number
    861209077255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    66,309 miles
    Test number
    502386366294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T16 SBW

Does T16 SBW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T16 SBW is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T16 SBW?
The MOT on T16 SBW is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T16 SBW done?
T16 SBW was recorded at 103,734 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 1,887 miles a year.
Has T16 SBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 SBW has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on T16 SBW 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 SBW find?
T16 SBW passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; brake pipes corroded.

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