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BMW 316

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T73 KVUMOT history

T73 KVU is a silver petrol BMW 316 first used on 23 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Aug 2024 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 92,534 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Aug 2024
Mileage
92,534 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2023
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,809 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T73 KVU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T73 KVU was last recorded at 92,534 miles on 28 Jul 2023, 5,361 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,173 miles · 4 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
5,361 miles
Average per year
3,809 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 92,534 miles
  • 2022 – 87,173 miles
  • 2021 – 81,734 miles
  • 2020 – 81,708 miles
  • 2019 – 70,269 miles
  • 2018 – 59,867 miles
  • 2017 – 51,066 miles
  • 2016 – 42,623 miles
  • 2015 – 40,914 miles
  • 2014 – 40,568 miles
  • 2013 – 39,140 miles
  • 2012 – 38,114 miles
  • 2011 – 36,855 miles
  • 2010 – 35,040 miles
  • 2009 – 32,995 miles
  • 2008 – 31,151 miles
  • 2007 – 29,048 miles
  • 2006 – 26,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,534 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering column deformed but serviceable SLIGHT CORROSION (2.1.3 (c) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front anti roll bar link lower bush splitting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear subframe bushes splitting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,534 miles (+5,361)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    92,534 miles
    Test number
    704965246526
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column deformed but serviceable SLIGHT CORROSION (2.1.3 (c) (i))

  2. Pass87,173 miles (+5,439)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    87,173 miles
    Test number
    303760791921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass81,734 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    81,734 miles
    Test number
    328669804040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front anti roll bar link lower bush splitting
    • AdvisoryRear subframe bushes splitting
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs to underside of vehicle

  4. Fail81,733 miles (+25)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,733 miles
    Test number
    107293162766
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected floor (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front anti roll bar link lower bush splitting
    • AdvisoryRear subframe bushes splitting

  5. Fail81,708 miles (+11,439)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,708 miles
    Test number
    113207836397
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass70,269 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    70,269 miles
    Test number
    684940042294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail70,265 miles (+10,398)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,265 miles
    Test number
    500308057165
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor tosill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass59,867 miles (+8,801)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    59,867 miles
    Test number
    341038286795
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner/ outer edges
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to the offside sill

  9. Pass51,066 miles (+8,443)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    51,066 miles
    Test number
    862239819534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,623 miles (+1,709)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    42,623 miles
    Test number
    645856376066
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to nearside and offside front and rear outer sills/floor

  11. Pass40,914 miles (+346)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    40,914 miles
    Test number
    639708235199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,568 miles (+1,428)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    40,568 miles
    Test number
    686064204109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,140 miles (+1,026)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    39,140 miles
    Test number
    568391003113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  14. Pass38,114 miles (+1,259)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    38,114 miles
    Test number
    507745072027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,855 miles (+1,815)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    36,855 miles
    Test number
    635935771046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,040 miles (+2,045)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    35,040 miles
    Test number
    114907870001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,995 miles (+1,844)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    32,995 miles
    Test number
    330125079011
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhuast front mount corroded

  18. Pass31,151 miles (+2,103)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    31,151 miles
    Test number
    971228198076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,048 miles (+2,446)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    29,048 miles
    Test number
    710702197017
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  20. Pass26,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    26,602 miles
    Test number
    412275496033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T73 KVU

Does T73 KVU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T73 KVU expired on 3 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T73 KVU?
The MOT on T73 KVU expired on 3 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T73 KVU done?
T73 KVU was recorded at 92,534 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2023, an average of 3,809 miles a year.
Has T73 KVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T73 KVU has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on T73 KVU 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 T73 KVU find?
T73 KVU passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2023 with 5 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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