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BMW 316

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T257 FUAMOT history

T257 FUA is a silver petrol BMW 316 first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 107,993 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Dec 2022
Mileage
107,993 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2021
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,746 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T257 FUA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T257 FUA was last recorded at 107,993 miles on 16 Dec 2021, 115 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,878 miles · 29 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
115 miles
Average per year
4,746 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 107,993 miles
  • 2020 – 96,317 miles
  • 2019 – 93,524 miles
  • 2018 – 90,975 miles
  • 2017 – 90,733 miles
  • 2016 – 88,136 miles
  • 2015 – 85,286 miles
  • 2014 – 79,214 miles
  • 2013 – 73,191 miles
  • 2012 – 66,416 miles
  • 2011 – 60,655 miles
  • 2009 – 53,884 miles
  • 2008 – 47,079 miles
  • 2007 – 37,656 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,993 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2014

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,993 miles (+115)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    107,993 miles
    Test number
    925497237217
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail107,878 miles (+5,320)3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,878 miles
    Test number
    691669593134
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met minimum requirement

  3. Pass102,558 miles (+33)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    102,558 miles
    Test number
    297404633118
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear pads in poor condition

  4. Fail102,525 miles (+6,208)9 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,525 miles
    Test number
    186380509123
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill x2 (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill x2 (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear pads in poor condition

  5. Pass96,317 miles (+68)18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    96,317 miles
    Test number
    223411268931
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft joint worn, but not excessively corroded (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill repair covered in under seal
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all shock absorbers (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play Both fronts (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both fronts slight inner wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  6. Fail96,249 miles (+2,725)2 major16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,249 miles
    Test number
    889560398976
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill sub frame mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDrive shaft joint worn, but not excessively corroded (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all shock absorbers (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play Both fronts (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both fronts slight inner wear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion

  7. Pass93,524 miles (+2,549)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    93,524 miles
    Test number
    453612445895
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn both (5.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded x2
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass90,975 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    90,975 miles
    Test number
    214933441399
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear differential
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail90,971 miles (+238)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,971 miles
    Test number
    318161731292
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak rear differential
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass90,733 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    90,733 miles
    Test number
    232453956371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail90,700 miles (+2,564)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,700 miles
    Test number
    339688769812
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • 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)

  12. Pass88,136 miles (+2,850)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    88,136 miles
    Test number
    605811610077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass85,286 miles (+6,072)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    85,286 miles
    Test number
    765836855041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,214 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    79,214 miles
    Test number
    575087164027
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  15. Fail79,207 miles (+6,016)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,207 miles
    Test number
    405556054053
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  16. Pass73,191 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    73,191 miles
    Test number
    507426943000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail73,185 miles (+6,769)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,185 miles
    Test number
    208044543011
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass66,416 miles (+5,761)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    66,416 miles
    Test number
    199244652002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass60,655 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    60,655 miles
    Test number
    798182551024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail60,642 miles (+6,758)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,642 miles
    Test number
    689852941088
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass53,884 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    53,884 miles
    Test number
    194887819391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail53,882 miles (+6,803)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,882 miles
    Test number
    554086919384
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass47,079 miles (+92)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    47,079 miles
    Test number
    930534108393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail46,987 miles (+3,774)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,987 miles
    Test number
    232640198263
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass43,213 miles (+5,557)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    43,213 miles
    Test number
    661236248091
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket broken

  26. Pass37,656 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    37,656 miles
    Test number
    162381057458
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  27. Fail37,656 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,656 miles
    Test number
    561801757057
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about T257 FUA

Does T257 FUA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T257 FUA expired on 15 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T257 FUA?
The MOT on T257 FUA expired on 15 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T257 FUA done?
T257 FUA was recorded at 107,993 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2021, an average of 4,746 miles a year.
Has T257 FUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T257 FUA has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T257 FUA 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 T257 FUA find?
T257 FUA passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2021 with 13 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 10 more.

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