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BMW 116

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

T31 SCLMOT history

T31 SCL is a blue petrol BMW 116 first used on 28 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 83,274 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
83,274 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,700 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T31 SCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
116
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T31 SCL was last recorded at 83,274 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 1,060 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,214 miles · 9 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,060 miles
Average per year
6,700 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,274 miles
  • 2024 – 75,720 miles
  • 2023 – 68,665 miles
  • 2022 – 59,901 miles
  • 2021 – 51,120 miles
  • 2020 – 43,511 miles
  • 2019 – 34,906 miles
  • 2018 – 25,762 miles
  • 2016 – 16,875 miles
  • 2015 – 10,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,274 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.

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,274 miles (+1,060)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    83,274 miles
    Test number
    647473913734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass82,214 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    82,214 miles
    Test number
    925890671490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail82,213 miles (+6,493)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,213 miles
    Test number
    670289568322
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass75,720 miles (+7,055)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    75,720 miles
    Test number
    188916740682
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear fog light dim

  5. Pass68,665 miles (+8,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    68,665 miles
    Test number
    992774474401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  6. Pass59,901 miles (+197)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    59,901 miles
    Test number
    263468804618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail59,704 miles (+8,584)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,704 miles
    Test number
    185284911012
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-45x17w (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured x2 (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass51,120 miles (+7,609)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    51,120 miles
    Test number
    692719038249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass43,511 miles (+330)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    43,511 miles
    Test number
    865235395114
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Fail43,181 miles (+8,275)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,181 miles
    Test number
    438829967529
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass34,906 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    34,906 miles
    Test number
    296129792234
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail34,906 miles (+9,144)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,906 miles
    Test number
    767082531290
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225-45x17w conti (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass25,762 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    25,762 miles
    Test number
    105404578808
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail25,762 miles (+8,887)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,762 miles
    Test number
    602049620324
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225-45x17w (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass16,875 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    16,875 miles
    Test number
    363483279678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,752 miles (+5,828)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    16,752 miles
    Test number
    797244876644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass10,924 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    10,924 miles
    Test number
    448455255013
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about T31 SCL

Does T31 SCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T31 SCL is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T31 SCL?
The MOT on T31 SCL is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T31 SCL done?
T31 SCL was recorded at 83,274 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 6,700 miles a year.
Has T31 SCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T31 SCL has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T31 SCL 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 T31 SCL find?
T31 SCL passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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