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BMW 316

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T728 GKNMOT history

T728 GKN is a blue petrol BMW 316 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 76,063 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 May 2027
Mileage
76,063 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,093 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T728 GKN
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 3 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T728 GKN was last recorded at 76,063 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,056 miles · 27 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
2,093 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,063 miles
  • 2025 – 74,185 miles
  • 2024 – 72,172 miles
  • 2023 – 70,936 miles
  • 2022 – 69,875 miles
  • 2021 – 68,341 miles
  • 2020 – 67,873 miles
  • 2019 – 66,514 miles
  • 2018 – 65,024 miles
  • 2017 – 64,353 miles
  • 2016 – 62,962 miles
  • 2015 – 60,465 miles
  • 2014 – 57,326 miles
  • 2013 – 54,580 miles
  • 2012 – 50,973 miles
  • 2011 – 48,082 miles
  • 2010 – 46,219 miles
  • 2009 – 43,851 miles
  • 2008 – 41,039 miles
  • 2007 – 37,660 miles
  • 2006 – 34,203 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,063 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,063 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2027
    Odometer
    76,063 miles
    Test number
    505898401509
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail76,056 miles (+1,871)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,056 miles
    Test number
    579150932571
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass74,185 miles (+2,013)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2026
    Odometer
    74,185 miles
    Test number
    620906704596
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass72,172 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    72,172 miles
    Test number
    651121443779
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail72,171 miles (+1,235)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,171 miles
    Test number
    378058128008
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass70,936 miles (+1,061)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    70,936 miles
    Test number
    744006650536
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass69,875 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    69,875 miles
    Test number
    143963956826
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/floor panels (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/floor panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating (corroded)

  8. Fail69,875 miles (+1,534)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,875 miles
    Test number
    343152693967
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/floor panels (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/floor panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating (corroded)

  9. Pass68,341 miles (+468)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    68,341 miles
    Test number
    497934832711
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty

  10. Pass67,873 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2021
    Odometer
    67,873 miles
    Test number
    803000844021
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail67,873 miles (+1,359)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,873 miles
    Test number
    741976844325
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass66,514 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2020
    Odometer
    66,514 miles
    Test number
    606641236006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail66,493 miles (+1,469)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,493 miles
    Test number
    725926115017
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass65,024 miles (+671)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    65,024 miles
    Test number
    493117497108
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass64,353 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    64,353 miles
    Test number
    108086912010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail64,351 miles (+1,389)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,351 miles
    Test number
    831865661026
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass62,962 miles (+2,497)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    62,962 miles
    Test number
    945887714887
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to back (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAdvise play in steering inner joints

  18. Pass60,465 miles (+3,139)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2016
    Odometer
    60,465 miles
    Test number
    557557215116
    • 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)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAdvise n/s handbrake effort low

  19. Pass57,326 miles (+2,746)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2015
    Odometer
    57,326 miles
    Test number
    835244414144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteAdvise chip in screen

  20. Pass54,580 miles (+3,607)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    54,580 miles
    Test number
    196576213196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,973 miles (+2,891)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    50,973 miles
    Test number
    648228412168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,082 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    48,082 miles
    Test number
    529384421114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail48,068 miles (+1,849)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,068 miles
    Test number
    498007011114
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass46,219 miles (+2,368)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    46,219 miles
    Test number
    691562810130
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass43,851 miles (+2,812)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    43,851 miles
    Test number
    533517609155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass41,039 miles (+3,379)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    41,039 miles
    Test number
    644013318132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass37,660 miles (+3,457)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    37,660 miles
    Test number
    344087117128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass34,203 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    34,203 miles
    Test number
    361668616135
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low

Questions about T728 GKN

Does T728 GKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T728 GKN is valid until 3 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T728 GKN?
The MOT on T728 GKN is valid until 3 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T728 GKN done?
T728 GKN was recorded at 76,063 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 2,093 miles a year.
Has T728 GKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T728 GKN has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T728 GKN 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 T728 GKN find?
T728 GKN passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive.

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