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BMW 316

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,596 cc

T966 PKLMOT history

T966 PKL is a black petrol BMW 316 first used on 9 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 139,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
139,970 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,702 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T966 PKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T966 PKL was last recorded at 139,970 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 1,436 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,534 miles · 30 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,436 miles
Average per year
4,702 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,970 miles
  • 2025 – 138,534 miles
  • 2024 – 136,889 miles
  • 2023 – 132,792 miles
  • 2022 – 129,228 miles
  • 2021 – 122,934 miles
  • 2020 – 115,998 miles
  • 2019 – 109,475 miles
  • 2018 – 99,880 miles
  • 2017 – 94,009 miles
  • 2016 – 91,121 miles
  • 2015 – 89,153 miles
  • 2014 – 85,535 miles
  • 2013 – 81,985 miles
  • 2012 – 78,786 miles
  • 2011 – 72,447 miles
  • 2010 – 65,782 miles
  • 2009 – 59,007 miles
  • 2008 – 52,950 miles
  • 2007 – 49,609 miles
  • 2006 – 46,068 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,970 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front jacking block missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Chip in lower part of windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,970 miles (+1,436)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    139,970 miles
    Test number
    801173307631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass138,534 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    138,534 miles
    Test number
    597026342712
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail138,533 miles (+1,644)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,533 miles
    Test number
    809836183321
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle surface corrosion

  4. Pass136,889 miles (+4,097)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    136,889 miles
    Test number
    731939194882
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass132,792 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    132,792 miles
    Test number
    381975701889
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking block missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail132,792 miles (+3,564)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,792 miles
    Test number
    185430535417
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Front clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking block missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass129,228 miles (+6,294)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    129,228 miles
    Test number
    189960275157
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass122,934 miles (+6,936)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    122,934 miles
    Test number
    225110145171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass115,998 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    115,998 miles
    Test number
    106300519597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail115,942 miles (+6,467)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,942 miles
    Test number
    829772208724
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass109,475 miles (+9,595)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    109,475 miles
    Test number
    662404745017
    • AdvisoryAll tyre valve's deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe's slightly Corroded

  12. Pass99,880 miles (+5,871)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    99,880 miles
    Test number
    990412975899
    • AdvisoryO/S/R brake pipe corroding
    • AdvisoryAll tyre valves deteriorating
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower ball joints have some play but currently not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres starting to pick up in tread
    • AdvisoryChip in lower part of windscreen
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipe at joiner corroding

  13. Pass94,009 miles (+2,888)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    94,009 miles
    Test number
    429608066292
    • AdvisoryO/S/R brake pipe across rear arm slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryChip in lower part of windscreen
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded on outer faces
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front lower ball joints

  14. Pass91,121 miles (+1,968)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    91,121 miles
    Test number
    261889793607
    • AdvisoryAll tyers are perished and cracked 185/65 R15 88T
    • AdvisoryN/S/R inner brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryO/S/R brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses are perished

  15. Pass89,153 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    89,153 miles
    Test number
    798864475161
    • NoteALL TYRES SHOWING AGE, N/S/R NEAR LIMIT... BOTH FRONTS 2.5-3MM
    • NoteAll brake pipes have minor surface corrosion
    • NoteBoth front wishbone rear bushes have some play
    • NoteMinor pitting to rear brake discs
    • NoteO/s/f lower ball joint has slight lift
    • NoteSlight play/knock from o/s/f rack/rack knucle

  16. Fail89,152 miles (+3,617)1 failure7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,152 miles
    Test number
    359954275133
    • FailureNearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteALL TYRES SHOWING AGE, N/S/R NEAR LIMIT... BOTH FRONTS 2.5-3MM
    • NoteAll brake pipes have minor surface corrosion
    • NoteBoth front wishbone rear bushes have some play
    • NoteIssue with front brake inbalance, suspect front caliper issue
    • NoteMinor pitting to rear brake discs
    • NoteO/s/f lower ball joint has slight lift
    • NoteSlight play/knock from o/s/f rack/rack knucle

  17. Pass85,535 miles (+3,550)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    85,535 miles
    Test number
    595954484199
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail81,985 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,985 miles
    Test number
    165938673129
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteNearside front seat belt slow to retract

  19. Pass81,985 miles (+3,199)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    81,985 miles
    Test number
    248678473162
    • NoteNearside front seat belt slow to retract

  20. Pass78,786 miles (+6,339)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    78,786 miles
    Test number
    389185182126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass72,447 miles (+6,665)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    72,447 miles
    Test number
    458572171150
    • NoteFront pads low/brake discs dis-coloured
    • NotePlay in steering rack offside / drum stick

  22. Pass65,782 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    65,782 miles
    Test number
    551788280123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail65,782 miles (+6,775)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,782 miles
    Test number
    123747480103
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass59,007 miles (+6,057)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    59,007 miles
    Test number
    320202089116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOff side rear tyre perishing on outer sidewall
    • NoteRear number plate starting to de-laminate

  25. Pass52,950 miles (+3,341)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    52,950 miles
    Test number
    100796278125
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak engine
    • NoteSlight play offside front drum stick

  26. Pass49,609 miles (+3,541)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    49,609 miles
    Test number
    492275387193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass46,068 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    46,068 miles
    Test number
    624965886143
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs have corrosion on outer surface

Questions about T966 PKL

Does T966 PKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T966 PKL is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T966 PKL?
The MOT on T966 PKL is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T966 PKL done?
T966 PKL was recorded at 139,970 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 4,702 miles a year.
Has T966 PKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T966 PKL has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T966 PKL 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 T966 PKL find?
T966 PKL passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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