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BMW 316

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T506 SETMOT history

T506 SET is a red petrol BMW 316 first used on 16 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 83,813 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Feb 2027
Mileage
83,813 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T506 SET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T506 SET was last recorded at 83,813 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 7,865 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,948 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,865 miles
Average per year
2,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,813 miles
  • 2025 – 75,948 miles
  • 2024 – 68,304 miles
  • 2023 – 63,737 miles
  • 2022 – 59,780 miles
  • 2020 – 59,778 miles
  • 2019 – 59,776 miles
  • 2017 – 58,781 miles
  • 2016 – 57,750 miles
  • 2015 – 56,886 miles
  • 2014 – 55,734 miles
  • 2013 – 54,497 miles
  • 2012 – 52,823 miles
  • 2011 – 50,757 miles
  • 2010 – 47,572 miles
  • 2009 – 45,859 miles
  • 2008 – 44,884 miles
  • 2007 – 43,317 miles
  • 2006 – 41,083 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,813 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.

  • Central Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Hydraulic leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,813 miles (+7,865)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    83,813 miles
    Test number
    624640801191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass75,948 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    75,948 miles
    Test number
    473227094318
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  3. Fail75,942 miles (+7,638)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,942 miles
    Test number
    153324346449
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Pass68,304 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    68,304 miles
    Test number
    581860253233
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Fail68,296 miles (+4,559)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,296 miles
    Test number
    380932695625
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass63,737 miles (+3,957)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    63,737 miles
    Test number
    685544175164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  7. Pass59,780 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    59,780 miles
    Test number
    589047420814
    • MinorNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail59,780 miles (+2)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,780 miles
    Test number
    678877552357
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass59,778 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    59,778 miles
    Test number
    763678540646
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Pass59,776 miles (+995)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    59,776 miles
    Test number
    787967613835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,781 miles (+1,031)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    58,781 miles
    Test number
    765774413648
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
  12. Pass57,750 miles (+864)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    57,750 miles
    Test number
    695596124485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,886 miles (+1,152)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    56,886 miles
    Test number
    218573935124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,734 miles (+1,237)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    55,734 miles
    Test number
    327830244148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,497 miles (+1,674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    54,497 miles
    Test number
    487561723108
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass52,823 miles (+2,066)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    52,823 miles
    Test number
    766533342160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight noise from nearside rear wheel bearing
  17. Pass50,757 miles (+3,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    50,757 miles
    Test number
    518540131136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  18. Fail47,572 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,572 miles
    Test number
    264222430128
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  19. Pass47,572 miles (+1,713)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    47,572 miles
    Test number
    443002830149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,859 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    45,859 miles
    Test number
    100121139161
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  21. Fail45,859 miles (+975)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,859 miles
    Test number
    653531639102
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  22. Pass44,884 miles (+1,567)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    44,884 miles
    Test number
    460130148164
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
  23. Pass43,317 miles (+2,234)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    43,317 miles
    Test number
    104108377005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,083 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    41,083 miles
    Test number
    513218156059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T506 SET

Does T506 SET currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T506 SET is valid until 14 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T506 SET?
The MOT on T506 SET is valid until 14 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T506 SET done?
T506 SET was recorded at 83,813 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 2,142 miles a year.
Has T506 SET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T506 SET has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T506 SET 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 T506 SET find?
T506 SET passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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