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BMW 316

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T304 TVTMOT history

T304 TVT is a silver petrol BMW 316 first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 135,031 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
135,031 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,145 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T304 TVT
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
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T304 TVT was last recorded at 135,031 miles on 28 May 2026, 7,037 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,994 miles · 29 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,037 miles
Average per year
2,145 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,031 miles
  • 2025 – 127,994 miles
  • 2023 – 125,280 miles
  • 2022 – 116,405 miles
  • 2021 – 113,556 miles
  • 2019 – 113,424 miles
  • 2016 – 113,370 miles
  • 2013 – 112,783 miles
  • 2012 – 112,689 miles
  • 2011 – 110,758 miles
  • 2010 – 108,522 miles
  • 2009 – 105,063 miles
  • 2008 – 102,638 miles
  • 2007 – 99,977 miles
  • 2006 – 91,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,031 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryInner both sills slightly corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • General underside corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,031 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    135,031 miles
    Test number
    711419914256
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner both sills slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail135,031 miles (+7,037)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,031 miles
    Test number
    282585354419
    • DangerousUndertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner both sills slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass127,994 miles (+2,714)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    127,994 miles
    Test number
    681744537829
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and sill covers fitted

  4. Pass125,280 miles (+88)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    125,280 miles
    Test number
    683988150518
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  5. Fail125,192 miles (+8,787)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,192 miles
    Test number
    158887762084
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component insecure pipe/hose between pump and rack (2.1.5 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  6. Pass116,405 miles (+2,849)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    116,405 miles
    Test number
    273812237346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass113,556 miles (+132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    113,556 miles
    Test number
    905293024747
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail113,424 miles (+54)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,424 miles
    Test number
    226936658443
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting Outer sill corroded holed at jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel pipe insecure Thank filler pipe hose clip missing (6.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass113,370 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    113,370 miles
    Test number
    876468685138
    • AdvisoryCONDENSATION IN O/S HEADLIGHT
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAK

  10. Fail113,369 miles (+586)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,369 miles
    Test number
    688297145851
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside HEADLIGHT CONDENSATION.

  11. Pass112,783 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    112,783 miles
    Test number
    355562183071
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing uneven

  12. Fail112,783 miles (+94)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,783 miles
    Test number
    548164473093
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing uneven

  13. Pass112,689 miles (+1,931)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    112,689 miles
    Test number
    636926472090
    • AdvisoryCentre Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle has lowered suspension fitted,will affect handling.

  14. Pass110,758 miles (+2,236)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    110,758 miles
    Test number
    119909661442
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass108,522 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    108,522 miles
    Test number
    923974660042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Fail108,522 miles (+3,459)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,522 miles
    Test number
    281540860097
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Fail105,063 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,063 miles
    Test number
    293052769078
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

  18. Pass105,063 miles (+2,425)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    105,063 miles
    Test number
    521882269047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass102,638 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    102,638 miles
    Test number
    533547758016
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll tyres wearing on inner edges.o/s/r,n/s/f tyre,slight sidewall damage.non standard suspension fitted.

  20. Fail102,638 miles (+2,661)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,638 miles
    Test number
    172323658458
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll tyres wearing on inner edges.o/s/r,n/s/f tyre,slight sidewall damage.non standard suspension fitted.

  21. Pass99,977 miles (+8,371)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    99,977 miles
    Test number
    181677357005
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass91,606 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    91,606 miles
    Test number
    794560266085
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play offside inner steering rack joint

Questions about T304 TVT

Does T304 TVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T304 TVT is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T304 TVT?
The MOT on T304 TVT is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T304 TVT done?
T304 TVT was recorded at 135,031 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 2,145 miles a year.
Has T304 TVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T304 TVT has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T304 TVT 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 T304 TVT find?
T304 TVT passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn; inner both sills slightly corroded; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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