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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

V16 BONMOT history

V16 BON is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 133,850 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

V16 BON black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
133,850 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,680 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V16 BON
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
5 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V16 BON was last recorded at 133,850 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 377 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,473 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
377 miles
Average per year
3,680 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,850 miles
  • 2025 – 133,473 miles
  • 2024 – 133,027 miles
  • 2023 – 132,397 miles
  • 2022 – 131,762 miles
  • 2021 – 128,764 miles
  • 2020 – 128,159 miles
  • 2019 – 126,469 miles
  • 2018 – 124,507 miles
  • 2017 – 121,325 miles
  • 2016 – 118,654 miles
  • 2015 – 115,219 miles
  • 2014 – 111,756 miles
  • 2013 – 105,416 miles
  • 2012 – 96,705 miles
  • 2011 – 85,713 miles
  • 2010 – 82,750 miles
  • 2009 – 73,100 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,850 miles
  • AdvisorySuspension components corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,850 miles (+377)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    133,850 miles
    Test number
    690384787662
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  2. Pass133,473 miles (+17)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    133,473 miles
    Test number
    158644389721
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  3. Fail133,456 miles (+429)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,456 miles
    Test number
    573785039889
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  4. Pass133,027 miles (+630)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    133,027 miles
    Test number
    490241625151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass132,397 miles (+635)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    132,397 miles
    Test number
    649892792071
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass131,762 miles (+2,998)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    131,762 miles
    Test number
    591392228348
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass128,764 miles (+605)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    128,764 miles
    Test number
    746022989474
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass128,159 miles (+1,690)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    128,159 miles
    Test number
    782768018636
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass126,469 miles (+1,962)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    126,469 miles
    Test number
    263964324487
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass124,507 miles (+3,182)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    124,507 miles
    Test number
    698958934388
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass121,325 miles (+2,671)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    121,325 miles
    Test number
    534098672138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass118,654 miles (+3,435)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    118,654 miles
    Test number
    664607257650
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass115,219 miles (+3,463)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    115,219 miles
    Test number
    935359745037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass111,756 miles (+6,340)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    111,756 miles
    Test number
    965751554021
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass105,416 miles (+8,711)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    105,416 miles
    Test number
    986459543063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass96,705 miles (+10,992)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    96,705 miles
    Test number
    915351052021
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass85,713 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    85,713 miles
    Test number
    455627941012
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail85,708 miles (+2,958)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,708 miles
    Test number
    926956141096
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass82,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    82,750 miles
    Test number
    964607940083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail82,750 miles (+9,650)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,750 miles
    Test number
    191706840008
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass73,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    73,100 miles
    Test number
    221334309241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail73,100 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,100 miles
    Test number
    560322709288
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about V16 BON

Does V16 BON currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V16 BON is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V16 BON?
The MOT on V16 BON is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V16 BON done?
V16 BON was recorded at 133,850 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 3,680 miles a year.
Has V16 BON ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V16 BON has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on V16 BON 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 V16 BON find?
V16 BON passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: suspension components corroded.

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