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BMW 316

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T240 RKBMOT history

T240 RKB is a blue petrol BMW 316 first used on 21 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 153,351 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Dec 2023
Mileage
153,351 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,352 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T240 RKB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T240 RKB was last recorded at 153,351 miles on 5 Dec 2022, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,333 miles · 30 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
5,352 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 153,351 miles
  • 2021 – 152,710 miles
  • 2020 – 151,998 miles
  • 2019 – 150,659 miles
  • 2018 – 148,938 miles
  • 2017 – 146,586 miles
  • 2016 – 144,684 miles
  • 2015 – 143,316 miles
  • 2014 – 141,698 miles
  • 2013 – 139,841 miles
  • 2012 – 132,684 miles
  • 2011 – 115,945 miles
  • 2010 – 99,696 miles
  • 2009 – 90,411 miles
  • 2008 – 79,751 miles
  • 2007 – 71,647 miles
  • 2006 – 65,384 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,351 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,351 miles (+18)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    153,351 miles
    Test number
    667123792500
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail153,333 miles (+623)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,333 miles
    Test number
    976609845697
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill. two places (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBonnet catch requires attention

  3. Pass152,710 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    152,710 miles
    Test number
    403941245989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail152,704 miles (+706)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,704 miles
    Test number
    870472735759
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  5. Pass151,998 miles (+1,339)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    151,998 miles
    Test number
    252170172294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass150,659 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    150,659 miles
    Test number
    988504265610
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail150,647 miles (+1,709)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,647 miles
    Test number
    903538314848
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass148,938 miles (+2,352)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    148,938 miles
    Test number
    731418877103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass146,586 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    146,586 miles
    Test number
    183246377517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail146,536 miles (+1,852)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,536 miles
    Test number
    717245649913
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front+ rear (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  11. Pass144,684 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    144,684 miles
    Test number
    471471523529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail144,651 miles (+1,335)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,651 miles
    Test number
    445025759663
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner+ outer (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  13. Pass143,316 miles (+1,618)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    143,316 miles
    Test number
    226403805228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass141,698 miles (+1,857)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    141,698 miles
    Test number
    897483604250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass139,841 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    139,841 miles
    Test number
    229375203252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail139,822 miles (+7,138)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,822 miles
    Test number
    287517093482
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  17. Pass132,684 miles (+16,739)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    132,684 miles
    Test number
    929929982131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

  18. Pass115,945 miles (+16,249)6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    115,945 miles
    Test number
    247903681433
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteFront tyres worn on both edges
    • NoteSlight play in rack ends

  19. Pass99,696 miles (+115)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    99,696 miles
    Test number
    924826390193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail99,581 miles (+9,170)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,581 miles
    Test number
    102514390135
    • DangerousNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass90,411 miles (+10,660)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    90,411 miles
    Test number
    221504299107
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass79,751 miles (+8,104)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    79,751 miles
    Test number
    344683888101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass71,647 miles (+6,263)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    71,647 miles
    Test number
    190289697188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass65,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    65,384 miles
    Test number
    392560986132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T240 RKB

Does T240 RKB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T240 RKB expired on 4 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T240 RKB?
The MOT on T240 RKB expired on 4 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T240 RKB done?
T240 RKB was recorded at 153,351 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2022, an average of 5,352 miles a year.
Has T240 RKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T240 RKB has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T240 RKB 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 T240 RKB find?
T240 RKB passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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