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Red and Black · Petrol · 1998 · 998 cc

T996 GKOMOT history

T996 GKO is a red and black petrol BMW first used on 27 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 17,266 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
17,266 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
840 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T996 GKO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Colour
Red and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
27 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T996 GKO was last recorded at 17,266 miles on 29 May 2026, 78 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
17,188 miles · 16 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
78 miles
Average per year
840 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 17,266 miles
  • 2025 – 17,188 miles
  • 2024 – 16,988 miles
  • 2022 – 16,107 miles
  • 2021 – 16,069 miles
  • 2019 – 15,786 miles
  • 2016 – 15,483 miles
  • 2014 – 15,200 miles
  • 2013 – 13,779 miles
  • 2012 – 12,266 miles
  • 2011 – 11,583 miles
  • 2010 – 9,281 miles
  • 2009 – 5,296 miles
  • 2007 – 2,721 miles
  • 2006 – 468 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass17,266 miles
  • MinorNearside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (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.

  • Centre Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass17,266 miles (+78)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    17,266 miles
    Test number
    278361744743
    • MinorNearside Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass17,188 miles (+200)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    17,188 miles
    Test number
    910979891476
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both sides front faceing on mud gaurds come on with brake lights. (4.2.3 (c))

  3. Pass16,988 miles (+881)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    16,988 miles
    Test number
    873422944821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass16,107 miles (+38)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    16,107 miles
    Test number
    135456180021
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  5. Pass16,069 miles (+283)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    16,069 miles
    Test number
    289691686333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass15,786 miles (+303)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    15,786 miles
    Test number
    954440877602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass15,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    15,483 miles
    Test number
    690297900716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail15,483 miles (+283)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,483 miles
    Test number
    713088451102
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working Wheel arch (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  9. Pass15,200 miles (+1,421)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    15,200 miles
    Test number
    505111954210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass13,779 miles (+1,513)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    13,779 miles
    Test number
    319599543211
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass12,266 miles (+683)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    12,266 miles
    Test number
    706813122222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass11,583 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    11,583 miles
    Test number
    247441481492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail11,580 miles (+2,299)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,580 miles
    Test number
    396838971125
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass9,281 miles (+3,985)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    9,281 miles
    Test number
    121154580025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail5,296 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,296 miles
    Test number
    670176989045
    • Repaired at testFront Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • Repaired at testHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • NoteSlight play in fromt wheel bearing

  16. Pass5,296 miles (+2,575)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    5,296 miles
    Test number
    672546889078
    • NoteSlight play in fromt wheel bearing

  17. Pass2,721 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    2,721 miles
    Test number
    410276177117
    • NoteHeadlamp main beam warning lamp not working

  18. Fail2,721 miles (+2,253)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,721 miles
    Test number
    872616577197
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • NoteHeadlamp main beam warning lamp not working

  19. Pass468 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    468 miles
    Test number
    770764866137
    • AdvisoryCentre Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Fail468 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    468 miles
    Test number
    303362456130
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureRear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about T996 GKO

Does T996 GKO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T996 GKO is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T996 GKO?
The MOT on T996 GKO is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T996 GKO done?
T996 GKO was recorded at 17,266 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 840 miles a year.
Has T996 GKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T996 GKO has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2016.
Has the mileage on T996 GKO 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 T996 GKO find?
T996 GKO passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 3 minor defects: nearside position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced.

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