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BMW 316

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T305 JFPMOT history

T305 JFP is a blue petrol BMW 316 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 186,271 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
186,271 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,261 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T305 JFP
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T305 JFP was last recorded at 186,271 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Jun 2013: 16,456 miles, lower than 112,795 miles on 21 Jun 2012.

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
186,264 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
6,261 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 186,271 miles
  • 2024 – 182,353 miles
  • 2023 – 176,940 miles
  • 2022 – 172,516 miles
  • 2021 – 168,154 miles
  • 2020 – 164,981 miles
  • 2019 – 157,295 miles
  • 2018 – 148,842 miles
  • 2017 – 140,963 miles
  • 2016 – 133,864 miles
  • 2015 – 127,515 miles
  • 2014 – 121,495 miles
  • 2013 – 16,580 miles
  • 2012 – 112,795 miles
  • 2011 – 106,964 miles
  • 2010 – 97,792 miles
  • 2009 – 89,977 miles
  • 2008 – 81,906 miles
  • 2007 – 74,565 miles
  • 2006 – 66,679 miles
  • 2005 – 59,008 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,271 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,271 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    186,271 miles
    Test number
    613357505953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail186,264 miles (+3,911)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,264 miles
    Test number
    711332068047
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass182,353 miles (+94)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    182,353 miles
    Test number
    411921014016
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail182,259 miles (+5,319)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,259 miles
    Test number
    433715324565
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass176,940 miles (+4,424)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    176,940 miles
    Test number
    436077599938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass172,516 miles (+4,362)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    172,516 miles
    Test number
    232039567900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass168,154 miles (+3,173)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    168,154 miles
    Test number
    429009325985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  8. Pass164,981 miles (+7,686)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    164,981 miles
    Test number
    219852448755
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass157,295 miles (+8,453)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    157,295 miles
    Test number
    201589328219
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cables rubbing rear brake hoses

  10. Pass148,842 miles (+7,879)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    148,842 miles
    Test number
    286571342660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass140,963 miles (+134)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    140,963 miles
    Test number
    604083254893
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear inner sills, inner sills heavily undersealed

  12. Fail140,829 miles (+6,965)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,829 miles
    Test number
    513433992081
    • FailureNearside Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to rear inner sills, inner sills heavily undersealed

  13. Pass133,864 miles (+6,349)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    133,864 miles
    Test number
    794825291294
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear at rear steel brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass127,515 miles (+6,020)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    127,515 miles
    Test number
    637516455123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass121,495 miles (+104,915)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    121,495 miles
    Test number
    429575654131
    • NoteBoth floors and both rear inner sills covered in underseal
    • NoteOffside rear tyre valve detiorating
    • NoteRear exhaust back box outer casing detiorating

  16. Pass16,580 miles (+124)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    16,580 miles
    Test number
    609575783150
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth rear metal brake pipe,s from caliper to flexi brake hose,s have been treated for corrosion
    • NoteCorrosion to both inner sill,s& front floor pan,s & rear inner wheel arche,s

  17. Fail16,456 miles (-96,339)1 failure4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,456 miles
    Test number
    907717373185
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth rear metal brake pipe,s from caliper to flexi brake hose,s have been treated for corrosion
    • NoteCorrosion to both inner sill,s& front floor pan,s & rear inner wheel arche,s

  18. Pass112,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    112,795 miles
    Test number
    228973072448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail112,795 miles (+5,831)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,795 miles
    Test number
    445912272136
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  20. Pass106,964 miles (+9,172)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    106,964 miles
    Test number
    188916971158
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust bracket deteriated
    • NoteRear wiper deterioated

  21. Pass97,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    97,792 miles
    Test number
    410547970164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail97,792 miles (+7,815)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,792 miles
    Test number
    560957670179
    • Repaired at testCoil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass89,977 miles (+8,071)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    89,977 miles
    Test number
    294238779490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass81,906 miles (+7,341)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    81,906 miles
    Test number
    982172788123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass74,565 miles (+7,886)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    74,565 miles
    Test number
    384640087198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass66,679 miles (+7,671)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    66,679 miles
    Test number
    190750686181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass59,008 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    59,008 miles
    Test number
    301942985140
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T305 JFP

Does T305 JFP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T305 JFP is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T305 JFP?
The MOT on T305 JFP is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T305 JFP done?
T305 JFP was recorded at 186,271 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 6,261 miles a year.
Has T305 JFP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T305 JFP has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T305 JFP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Jun 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T305 JFP find?
T305 JFP passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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