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BMW 316

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T781 AKPMOT history

T781 AKP is a black petrol BMW 316 first used on 27 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 100,085 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jun 2027
Mileage
100,085 mi
At MOT on 14 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,060 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T781 AKP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T781 AKP was last recorded at 100,085 miles on 14 Jun 2026, 2,349 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,736 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,349 miles
Average per year
3,060 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,085 miles
  • 2025 – 97,736 miles
  • 2024 – 95,178 miles
  • 2022 – 93,640 miles
  • 2021 – 92,608 miles
  • 2020 – 86,700 miles
  • 2019 – 77,889 miles
  • 2018 – 76,939 miles
  • 2017 – 76,128 miles
  • 2016 – 75,070 miles
  • 2015 – 74,119 miles
  • 2014 – 73,174 miles
  • 2013 – 71,946 miles
  • 2012 – 71,036 miles
  • 2011 – 65,154 miles
  • 2010 – 55,446 miles
  • 2009 – 45,306 miles
  • 2008 – 42,053 miles
  • 2007 – 41,065 miles
  • 2006 – 38,197 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,085 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass100,085 miles (+2,349)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    100,085 miles
    Test number
    535038652915
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass97,736 miles (+2,558)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    97,736 miles
    Test number
    390409087262
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone n/s + o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass95,178 miles (+145)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    95,178 miles
    Test number
    534052284438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail95,033 miles (+1,393)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,033 miles
    Test number
    416898043311
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Anti-Roll Bar D Bush Mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  5. Pass93,640 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    93,640 miles
    Test number
    582320400466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail93,638 miles (+1,030)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,638 miles
    Test number
    415953767979
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass92,608 miles (+5,908)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    92,608 miles
    Test number
    321738062859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass86,700 miles (+8,811)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    86,700 miles
    Test number
    919874719917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,889 miles (+950)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    77,889 miles
    Test number
    234018534424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,939 miles (+811)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    76,939 miles
    Test number
    950462244987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,128 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    76,128 miles
    Test number
    663138524718
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail76,121 miles (+1,051)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,121 miles
    Test number
    270132524662
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass75,070 miles (+951)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    75,070 miles
    Test number
    610603616995
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass74,119 miles (+945)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    74,119 miles
    Test number
    606842295091
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass73,174 miles (+1,228)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    73,174 miles
    Test number
    937323494095
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy

  16. Pass71,946 miles (+910)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    71,946 miles
    Test number
    605104173070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass71,036 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    71,036 miles
    Test number
    156197692453
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  18. Fail71,036 miles (+5,882)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,036 miles
    Test number
    405097992009
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  19. Pass65,154 miles (+9,708)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    65,154 miles
    Test number
    978907471099
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass55,446 miles (+10,140)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    55,446 miles
    Test number
    943274580080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass45,306 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    45,306 miles
    Test number
    873439979054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail45,300 miles (+3,247)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,300 miles
    Test number
    113608479030
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass42,053 miles (+988)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    42,053 miles
    Test number
    261100188067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,065 miles (+2,868)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    41,065 miles
    Test number
    553654077057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,197 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    38,197 miles
    Test number
    991752086094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T781 AKP

Does T781 AKP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T781 AKP is valid until 13 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T781 AKP?
The MOT on T781 AKP is valid until 13 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T781 AKP done?
T781 AKP was recorded at 100,085 miles at its MOT on 14 Jun 2026, an average of 3,060 miles a year.
Has T781 AKP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T781 AKP has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T781 AKP 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 T781 AKP find?
T781 AKP passed its latest MOT on 14 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; rear inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill.

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