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BMW 316

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T276 SPLMOT history

T276 SPL is a green petrol BMW 316 first used on 20 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 133,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
133,545 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T276 SPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T276 SPL was last recorded at 133,545 miles on 10 Oct 2026, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,526 miles · 7 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
4,873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,545 miles
  • 2025 – 129,785 miles
  • 2024 – 126,787 miles
  • 2023 – 122,008 miles
  • 2022 – 116,472 miles
  • 2021 – 108,740 miles
  • 2020 – 101,051 miles
  • 2019 – 95,042 miles
  • 2018 – 84,446 miles
  • 2017 – 70,608 miles
  • 2016 – 59,842 miles
  • 2015 – 53,709 miles
  • 2014 – 52,576 miles
  • 2013 – 50,176 miles
  • 2012 – 47,745 miles
  • 2011 – 45,983 miles
  • 2010 – 44,165 miles
  • 2009 – 41,496 miles
  • 2008 – 38,597 miles
  • 2007 – 36,598 miles
  • 2006 – 34,574 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,545 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH rear most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion but not excessiveRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread inner edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear most bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,545 miles (+19)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    133,545 miles
    Test number
    209892433154
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH rear most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion but not excessive

  2. Fail133,526 miles (+3,741)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,526 miles
    Test number
    931268679643
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH rear most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion but not excessive

  3. Pass129,785 miles (+2,998)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    129,785 miles
    Test number
    298682958751
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH rear most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion but not excessive

  4. Pass126,787 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    126,787 miles
    Test number
    626773827990
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail126,768 miles (+4,760)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,768 miles
    Test number
    681858115267
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass122,008 miles (+5,536)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    122,008 miles
    Test number
    339237863495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Change ASAP (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Change ASAP (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil Leak

  7. Pass116,472 miles (+178)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    116,472 miles
    Test number
    617730911836
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail116,294 miles (+7,554)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,294 miles
    Test number
    337674052694
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rear most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass108,740 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    108,740 miles
    Test number
    507568633140
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust is corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive not in a prescribed area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail108,740 miles (+7,689)5 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,740 miles
    Test number
    528137594329
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust is corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive not in a prescribed area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass101,051 miles (+6,009)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    101,051 miles
    Test number
    259210140516
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass95,042 miles (+62)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    95,042 miles
    Test number
    898563579695
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail94,980 miles (+10,534)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,980 miles
    Test number
    585476895881
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting Lower Inner Seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting Lower Inner Seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass84,446 miles (+13,838)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    84,446 miles
    Test number
    831563417143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass70,608 miles (+10,766)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    70,608 miles
    Test number
    154887470129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,842 miles (+6,133)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    59,842 miles
    Test number
    188835730182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,709 miles (+1,133)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    53,709 miles
    Test number
    754330877543
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi brake hose by ferral (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass52,576 miles (+2,400)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    52,576 miles
    Test number
    567853564182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,176 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    50,176 miles
    Test number
    275996283133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail50,120 miles (+2,375)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,120 miles
    Test number
    809387073137
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass47,745 miles (+1,762)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    47,745 miles
    Test number
    278752092493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,983 miles (+1,818)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    45,983 miles
    Test number
    135132181137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass44,165 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    44,165 miles
    Test number
    321274680139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail44,161 miles (+2,665)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,161 miles
    Test number
    370096770115
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlastic covers fitted to sills
    • NoteSidewalls cracking/deteriorating on all tyres

  25. Pass41,496 miles (+2,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    41,496 miles
    Test number
    420567969114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  26. Pass38,597 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    38,597 miles
    Test number
    960191978150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail38,595 miles (+1,997)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,595 miles
    Test number
    982878068194
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass36,598 miles (+2,024)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    36,598 miles
    Test number
    471274967133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass34,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    34,574 miles
    Test number
    270040376173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T276 SPL

Does T276 SPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T276 SPL is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T276 SPL?
The MOT on T276 SPL is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T276 SPL done?
T276 SPL was recorded at 133,545 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2026, an average of 4,873 miles a year.
Has T276 SPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T276 SPL has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T276 SPL 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 T276 SPL find?
T276 SPL passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear most bushes, and 2 more.

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