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BMW 316

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T256 ARXMOT history

T256 ARX is a red petrol BMW 316 first used on 4 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 197,477 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Aug 2023
Mileage
197,477 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2022
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,969 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T256 ARX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T256 ARX was last recorded at 197,477 miles on 27 Jul 2022, 6,118 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Feb 2014: 14,224 miles, lower than 134,102 miles on 8 Apr 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
191,359 miles · 12 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
6,118 miles
Average per year
6,969 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 197,477 miles
  • 2021 – 191,359 miles
  • 2020 – 182,415 miles
  • 2019 – 173,049 miles
  • 2018 – 171,664 miles
  • 2017 – 165,986 miles
  • 2016 – 159,037 miles
  • 2015 – 151,221 miles
  • 2014 – 124,435 miles
  • 2013 – 134,102 miles
  • 2012 – 128,428 miles
  • 2011 – 123,334 miles
  • 2010 – 118,163 miles
  • 2009 – 108,627 miles
  • 2008 – 99,399 miles
  • 2007 – 89,213 miles
  • 2006 – 82,678 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,477 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder vehicle has surface corrosion

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases after cat

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases bend

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,477 miles (+6,118)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    197,477 miles
    Test number
    563479051703
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle has surface corrosion

  2. Pass191,359 miles (+8,944)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    191,359 miles
    Test number
    275537171376
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass182,415 miles (+9,366)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    182,415 miles
    Test number
    907240464932
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass173,049 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    173,049 miles
    Test number
    635128416574
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail173,026 miles (+1,362)1 dangerous8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,026 miles
    Test number
    883852632142
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions not tested multiple exhaust leaks (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired silll (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass171,664 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    171,664 miles
    Test number
    962035082874
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases after cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases bend (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail171,660 miles (+5,674)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,660 miles
    Test number
    419356049285
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases after cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases bend (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass165,986 miles (+6,949)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    165,986 miles
    Test number
    681662503030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass159,037 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    159,037 miles
    Test number
    619741976068
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail159,036 miles (+7,815)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,036 miles
    Test number
    874504540506
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass151,221 miles (+99)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    151,221 miles
    Test number
    218415605121
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail151,122 miles (+26,687)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,122 miles
    Test number
    297358895071
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail124,435 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,435 miles
    Test number
    309103564049
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass124,435 miles (+110,211)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    124,435 miles
    Test number
    617023664063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail14,224 miles (-119,878)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,224 miles
    Test number
    219663654013
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass134,102 miles (+5,674)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    134,102 miles
    Test number
    998318993074
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted i cannot see sills n/s and o/s to test

  17. Pass128,428 miles (+5,094)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    128,428 miles
    Test number
    479345332011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass123,334 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    123,334 miles
    Test number
    748340721095
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear discs slight scored

  19. Fail123,334 miles (+5,171)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,334 miles
    Test number
    748390721061
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear discs slight scored

  20. Pass118,163 miles (+9,536)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    118,163 miles
    Test number
    144415130458
    • NoteN/s and o/s lower wishbone rear bushes slight play

  21. Pass108,627 miles (+9,228)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    108,627 miles
    Test number
    133035039467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass99,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    99,399 miles
    Test number
    174656838477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail99,399 miles (+10,186)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,399 miles
    Test number
    540026038022
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass89,213 miles (+6,535)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    89,213 miles
    Test number
    142571537449
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside and offside rear ferrules corroding

  25. Pass82,678 miles (+152)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    82,678 miles
    Test number
    143654736023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail82,526 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,526 miles
    Test number
    272507126053
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Questions about T256 ARX

Does T256 ARX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T256 ARX expired on 13 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T256 ARX?
The MOT on T256 ARX expired on 13 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T256 ARX done?
T256 ARX was recorded at 197,477 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2022, an average of 6,969 miles a year.
Has T256 ARX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T256 ARX has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on T256 ARX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Feb 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T256 ARX find?
T256 ARX passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2022 with 4 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective, and 5 more.

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