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BMW 316

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T522 MCSMOT history

T522 MCS is a blue petrol BMW 316 first used on 3 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 140,621 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
140,621 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,842 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T522 MCS
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
3 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T522 MCS was last recorded at 140,621 miles on 30 May 2026, 6,761 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
133,860 miles · 30 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,761 miles
Average per year
3,842 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,621 miles
  • 2025 – 133,860 miles
  • 2024 – 128,070 miles
  • 2023 – 120,832 miles
  • 2019 – 120,446 miles
  • 2018 – 118,223 miles
  • 2017 – 115,292 miles
  • 2016 – 111,893 miles
  • 2015 – 108,608 miles
  • 2014 – 105,380 miles
  • 2013 – 101,724 miles
  • 2012 – 97,256 miles
  • 2011 – 92,211 miles
  • 2010 – 86,032 miles
  • 2009 – 82,325 miles
  • 2008 – 77,047 miles
  • 2007 – 71,185 miles
  • 2006 – 63,276 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,621 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to wear on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to wear on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear slight corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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 Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,621 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    140,621 miles
    Test number
    253916045005
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to wear on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to wear on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear slight corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail140,621 miles (+6,761)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,621 miles
    Test number
    663426418970
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to wear on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to wear on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear slight corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass133,860 miles (+5,790)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2026
    Odometer
    133,860 miles
    Test number
    162259674433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass128,070 miles (+7,238)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    128,070 miles
    Test number
    705878795376
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass120,832 miles (+386)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    120,832 miles
    Test number
    736703121091
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

  6. Pass120,446 miles (+2,223)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    120,446 miles
    Test number
    817761035727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass118,223 miles (+2,931)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    118,223 miles
    Test number
    777567451827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass115,292 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    115,292 miles
    Test number
    734261392737
    • AdvisoryOil leak On engine.

  9. Fail115,292 miles (+3,399)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,292 miles
    Test number
    399256686972
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak On engine.

  10. Pass111,893 miles (+3,285)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    111,893 miles
    Test number
    649954047383
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box deteriorated

  11. Pass108,608 miles (+3,228)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    108,608 miles
    Test number
    835934427823
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc modified but not seriously weakened all brake disks worn (3.5.1n)

  12. Pass105,380 miles (+3,656)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    105,380 miles
    Test number
    707389404390
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAll suspension bushes deteriorated
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated

  13. Pass101,724 miles (+4,468)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    101,724 miles
    Test number
    196350893219
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteRear axle bushes slightly deteriorated

  14. Pass97,256 miles (+5,045)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    97,256 miles
    Test number
    386248292257
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn close to wear bands
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  15. Pass92,211 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    92,211 miles
    Test number
    518957571257
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre close to wear bands
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorated
    • NoteSpare wheel and carrier loose

  16. Fail92,210 miles (+6,178)2 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,210 miles
    Test number
    308127771217
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre close to wear bands
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorated
    • NoteSpare wheel and carrier loose

  17. Pass86,032 miles (+3,707)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    86,032 miles
    Test number
    930697050294
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCondension in both head lights
    • NoteNo.plates slightly detriatede
    • NoteRear axle bushes starting to perish & split

  18. Pass82,325 miles (+5,278)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    82,325 miles
    Test number
    880025949209
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack arm ball ends

  19. Pass77,047 miles (+5,862)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    77,047 miles
    Test number
    880142048234
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in o/s steering rack arm

  20. Pass71,185 miles (+7,909)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    71,185 miles
    Test number
    360232427487
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear number plate marked

  21. Pass63,276 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    63,276 miles
    Test number
    733392506196
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Fail63,276 miles2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,276 miles
    Test number
    814402106116
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T522 MCS

Does T522 MCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T522 MCS is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T522 MCS?
The MOT on T522 MCS is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T522 MCS done?
T522 MCS was recorded at 140,621 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2026, an average of 3,842 miles a year.
Has T522 MCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T522 MCS has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T522 MCS 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 T522 MCS find?
T522 MCS passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle section joint; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to wear on edge; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to wear on edge, and 2 more.

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