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BMW 3 Series

Purple · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

T16 XRJMOT history

T16 XRJ is a purple diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 19 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 228,096 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
228,096 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,041 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 XRJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 XRJ was last recorded at 228,096 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 2,668 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
225,428 miles · 30 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,668 miles
Average per year
10,041 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 228,096 miles
  • 2024 – 225,428 miles
  • 2023 – 210,744 miles
  • 2022 – 200,777 miles
  • 2021 – 193,620 miles
  • 2020 – 185,409 miles
  • 2019 – 170,863 miles
  • 2018 – 147,134 miles
  • 2017 – 135,883 miles
  • 2016 – 126,456 miles
  • 2015 – 117,088 miles
  • 2014 – 104,261 miles
  • 2013 – 92,828 miles
  • 2012 – 82,464 miles
  • 2011 – 72,485 miles
  • 2010 – 63,848 miles
  • 2009 – 52,320 miles
  • 2008 – 43,587 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass228,096 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear 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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides. D bushes play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides. worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass228,096 miles (+2,668)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    228,096 miles
    Test number
    326379348290
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass225,428 miles (+14,684)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    225,428 miles
    Test number
    908075408191
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft damaged but serviceable (6.1.7 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass210,744 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    210,744 miles
    Test number
    293441722792
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides. D bushes play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides. worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail210,744 miles (+9,967)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,744 miles
    Test number
    247608249714
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides. D bushes play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides. worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass200,777 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    200,777 miles
    Test number
    372613727008
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail200,777 miles (+7,157)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,777 miles
    Test number
    571322336666
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass193,620 miles (+8,211)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    193,620 miles
    Test number
    115336572799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass185,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    185,409 miles
    Test number
    710063918441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail185,409 miles (+14,546)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,409 miles
    Test number
    160206802191
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass170,863 miles (+23,729)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    170,863 miles
    Test number
    568150326084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass147,134 miles (+11,251)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    147,134 miles
    Test number
    830145855928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass135,883 miles (+9,427)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    135,883 miles
    Test number
    880441401075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass126,456 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    126,456 miles
    Test number
    951085563244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail126,455 miles (+9,367)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,455 miles
    Test number
    900202603697
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass117,088 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    117,088 miles
    Test number
    276273555396
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail117,072 miles (+12,811)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,072 miles
    Test number
    906176671726
    • FailureNearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass104,261 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    104,261 miles
    Test number
    107729374224
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail104,236 miles (+11,408)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,236 miles
    Test number
    306717274403
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass92,828 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    92,828 miles
    Test number
    338704863493
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail92,826 miles (+10,362)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,826 miles
    Test number
    686074163209
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass82,464 miles (+9,979)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    82,464 miles
    Test number
    436378562228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass72,485 miles (+8,637)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    72,485 miles
    Test number
    768840661279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass63,848 miles (+11,528)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    63,848 miles
    Test number
    202433460206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass52,320 miles (+8,733)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    52,320 miles
    Test number
    140226439153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    43,587 miles
    Test number
    863291048148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T16 XRJ

Does T16 XRJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T16 XRJ is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T16 XRJ?
The MOT on T16 XRJ is valid until 4 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T16 XRJ done?
T16 XRJ was recorded at 228,096 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 10,041 miles a year.
Has T16 XRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 XRJ has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T16 XRJ 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 XRJ find?
T16 XRJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 7 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; front oil leak, but not excessive; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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