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BMW 316

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T885 ROUMOT history

T885 ROU is a silver petrol BMW 316 first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 89,767 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Mar 2023
Mileage
89,767 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2023
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,782 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T885 ROU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T885 ROU was last recorded at 89,767 miles on 21 Mar 2023, 933 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,834 miles · 29 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
933 miles
Average per year
2,782 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 89,767 miles
  • 2022 – 88,834 miles
  • 2021 – 86,860 miles
  • 2020 – 86,160 miles
  • 2019 – 82,373 miles
  • 2018 – 78,943 miles
  • 2017 – 76,273 miles
  • 2016 – 73,625 miles
  • 2015 – 70,799 miles
  • 2014 – 67,820 miles
  • 2012 – 63,834 miles
  • 2011 – 61,108 miles
  • 2010 – 57,491 miles
  • 2009 – 55,019 miles
  • 2008 – 51,878 miles
  • 2007 – 47,485 miles
  • 2006 – 42,277 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail89,767 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both also have cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing slightly noisy both (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leaksRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryVarious body and chassis areas have corodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryVarious suspension braking and steering components have coroded

What MOT failures 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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front inner steering tie rod has play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail89,767 miles (+933)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,767 miles
    Test number
    562489620642
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both also have cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing slightly noisy both (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryVarious body and chassis areas have coroded
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension braking and steering components have coroded

  2. Pass88,834 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    88,834 miles
    Test number
    364685945781
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious chassis and body areas coroded
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension and braking components have coroded

  3. Fail88,834 miles (+1,974)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,834 miles
    Test number
    828959650804
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious chassis and body areas coroded
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension and braking components have coroded

  4. Pass86,860 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    86,860 miles
    Test number
    186889356361
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryVarious body and chassis areas have coroded

  5. Fail86,860 miles (+700)1 dangerous1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,860 miles
    Test number
    351672922175
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryVarious body and chassis areas have coroded

  6. Pass86,160 miles (+8)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    86,160 miles
    Test number
    378099359322
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner steering tie rod has play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail86,152 miles (+81)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,152 miles
    Test number
    945332979559
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner steering tie rod has play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail86,071 miles (+3,698)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,071 miles
    Test number
    439846464295
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security jacking point. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass82,373 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    82,373 miles
    Test number
    917180560674
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail82,365 miles (+3,422)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,365 miles
    Test number
    306870989907
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass78,943 miles (+2,670)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    78,943 miles
    Test number
    412142526830
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  12. Pass76,273 miles (+111)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    76,273 miles
    Test number
    941377771495
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail76,162 miles (+2,537)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,162 miles
    Test number
    333409441445
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp aim poor
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  14. Pass73,625 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    73,625 miles
    Test number
    689239898374
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from view
    • AdvisoryN/s headlamp lens condensated
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  15. Fail73,625 miles (+2,826)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,625 miles
    Test number
    434775761529
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from view
    • AdvisoryN/s headlamp lens condensated
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  16. Fail70,799 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,799 miles
    Test number
    158452255407
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass70,799 miles (+2,979)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    70,799 miles
    Test number
    425552955062
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass67,820 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    67,820 miles
    Test number
    645823814010
    • NoteBattery requires further securing soon
    • NoteBoth beam patterns require attention soon
    • NoteBoth front to rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteBoth front tyres slightly perished, wearing on inner edges and over 5yrs old

  19. Fail67,820 miles (+3,986)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,820 miles
    Test number
    697221314076
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteBattery requires further securing soon
    • NoteBoth beam patterns require attention soon
    • NoteBoth front to rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteBoth front tyres slightly perished, wearing on inner edges and over 5yrs old

  20. Pass63,834 miles (+2,726)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    63,834 miles
    Test number
    978469352306
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass61,108 miles (+3,617)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    61,108 miles
    Test number
    879785111351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    57,491 miles
    Test number
    422970210405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail57,491 miles (+2,472)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,491 miles
    Test number
    790520710342
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBattery insecure

  24. Pass55,019 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    55,019 miles
    Test number
    121447559204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail55,019 miles (+3,141)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,019 miles
    Test number
    440057359285
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass51,878 miles (+4,393)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    51,878 miles
    Test number
    311102648213
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

  27. Pass47,485 miles (+5,208)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    47,485 miles
    Test number
    680609357013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass42,277 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    42,277 miles
    Test number
    944785556087
    • 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)

Questions about T885 ROU

Does T885 ROU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T885 ROU expired on 28 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T885 ROU?
The MOT on T885 ROU expired on 28 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T885 ROU done?
T885 ROU was recorded at 89,767 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2023, an average of 2,782 miles a year.
Has T885 ROU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T885 ROU has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T885 ROU 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 T885 ROU find?
T885 ROU failed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2023 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; nearside rear coil spring fractured or broken, and 8 more.

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