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BMW Alpina

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T356 SHRMOT history

T356 SHR is a blue petrol BMW Alpina first used on 27 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Aug 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 96,261 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Aug 2026
Mileage
96,261 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,447 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T356 SHR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Alpina
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T356 SHR was last recorded at 96,261 miles on 5 Aug 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,261 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,447 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,261 miles
  • 2024 – 93,058 miles
  • 2022 – 89,589 miles
  • 2019 – 79,653 miles
  • 2018 – 78,926 miles
  • 2017 – 77,142 miles
  • 2016 – 75,004 miles
  • 2015 – 74,008 miles
  • 2014 – 71,758 miles
  • 2013 – 68,881 miles
  • 2012 – 66,861 miles
  • 2011 – 63,551 miles
  • 2010 – 61,001 miles
  • 2009 – 59,071 miles
  • 2008 – 56,462 miles
  • 2007 – 52,738 miles
  • 2006 – 48,757 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,261 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.

  • Under trays fitted obscuring some under vehicle components

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,261 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    96,261 miles
    Test number
    197012092669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail96,261 miles (+3,203)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,261 miles
    Test number
    874480368978
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass93,058 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    93,058 miles
    Test number
    902001433725
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing off (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wearing off (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some under vehicle components
  4. Fail93,058 miles (+3,469)4 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,058 miles
    Test number
    872585307393
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing off (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge wearing off (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some under vehicle components
  5. Pass89,589 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    89,589 miles
    Test number
    922551814436
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some under vehicle components
  6. Fail89,589 miles (+9,936)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,589 miles
    Test number
    316342916137
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some under vehicle components
  7. Pass79,653 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    79,653 miles
    Test number
    612983632826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail79,615 miles (+689)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,615 miles
    Test number
    251229760356
    • MajorNearside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Offside rear outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  9. Pass78,926 miles (+1,784)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    78,926 miles
    Test number
    159522084174
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
  10. Pass77,142 miles (+2,138)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    77,142 miles
    Test number
    215460164519
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  11. Pass75,004 miles (+996)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    75,004 miles
    Test number
    267539660093
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryDamage to windscreen
  12. Pass74,008 miles (+2,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    74,008 miles
    Test number
    610082552201
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
  13. Pass71,758 miles (+2,877)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    71,758 miles
    Test number
    168821844244
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel tank strap corroded
    • NoteUnderbody corrsion
  14. Pass68,881 miles (+2,020)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    68,881 miles
    Test number
    819634733253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,861 miles (+3,310)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    66,861 miles
    Test number
    399812742412
    • NoteRear tyres getting low
  16. Pass63,551 miles (+2,550)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    63,551 miles
    Test number
    716665921184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,001 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    61,001 miles
    Test number
    222402410171
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  18. Fail60,996 miles (+1,925)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,996 miles
    Test number
    944852710172
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  19. Pass59,071 miles (+2,609)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    59,071 miles
    Test number
    191490379098
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteFront lower ball joints worn badly
    • NoteFront tyres low on tread
  20. Pass56,462 miles (+3,724)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    56,462 miles
    Test number
    123007868034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,738 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    52,738 miles
    Test number
    603777967068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail52,698 miles (+3,941)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,698 miles
    Test number
    422130967068
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  23. Pass48,757 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    48,757 miles
    Test number
    434147966059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T356 SHR

Does T356 SHR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T356 SHR expired on 4 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T356 SHR?
The MOT on T356 SHR expired on 4 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T356 SHR done?
T356 SHR was recorded at 96,261 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2025, an average of 2,447 miles a year.
Has T356 SHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T356 SHR has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T356 SHR 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 T356 SHR find?
T356 SHR passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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