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BMW 316

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,796 cc

V1 DRGMOT history

V1 DRG is a blue petrol BMW 316 first used on 22 Apr 2002. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 72,897 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

V1 DRG blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
72,897 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,968 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V1 DRG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
22 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V1 DRG was last recorded at 72,897 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 317 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
72,580 miles · 20 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
317 miles
Average per year
2,968 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,897 miles
  • 2025 – 72,580 miles
  • 2024 – 69,807 miles
  • 2023 – 65,254 miles
  • 2022 – 62,453 miles
  • 2021 – 59,482 miles
  • 2019 – 57,784 miles
  • 2018 – 55,092 miles
  • 2017 – 54,033 miles
  • 2016 – 51,775 miles
  • 2015 – 48,723 miles
  • 2014 – 45,044 miles
  • 2013 – 40,302 miles
  • 2012 – 36,312 miles
  • 2011 – 31,924 miles
  • 2010 – 29,673 miles
  • 2009 – 26,751 miles
  • 2008 – 22,580 miles
  • 2007 – 19,757 miles
  • 2006 – 14,625 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,897 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,897 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    72,897 miles
    Test number
    835395028661
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail72,897 miles (+317)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,897 miles
    Test number
    107404344201
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass72,580 miles (+2,773)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    72,580 miles
    Test number
    513533736873
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass69,807 miles (+4,553)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    69,807 miles
    Test number
    821395231017
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass65,254 miles (+2,801)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    65,254 miles
    Test number
    868224855611
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass62,453 miles (+2,971)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    62,453 miles
    Test number
    915123981889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass59,482 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    59,482 miles
    Test number
    219240705822
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Around oil filter housing. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail59,482 miles (+1,698)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,482 miles
    Test number
    536372460567
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Around oil filter housing. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass57,784 miles (+2,692)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    57,784 miles
    Test number
    627123851696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,092 miles (+1,059)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    55,092 miles
    Test number
    388594129652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,033 miles (+2,258)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    54,033 miles
    Test number
    767450117435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,775 miles (+3,052)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    51,775 miles
    Test number
    849220489714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,723 miles (+3,679)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    48,723 miles
    Test number
    298924575414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,044 miles (+4,742)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    45,044 miles
    Test number
    199415104246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,302 miles (+3,990)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    40,302 miles
    Test number
    789632493168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,312 miles (+4,388)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    36,312 miles
    Test number
    289794692435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,924 miles (+2,251)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    31,924 miles
    Test number
    517192801286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,673 miles (+2,922)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    29,673 miles
    Test number
    322875300400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,751 miles (+4,171)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    26,751 miles
    Test number
    223586509219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,580 miles (+2,823)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    22,580 miles
    Test number
    733319888196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass19,757 miles (+5,132)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    19,757 miles
    Test number
    861787987119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    14,625 miles
    Test number
    330259486145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V1 DRG

Does V1 DRG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V1 DRG is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V1 DRG?
The MOT on V1 DRG is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V1 DRG done?
V1 DRG was recorded at 72,897 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 2,968 miles a year.
Has V1 DRG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V1 DRG has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on V1 DRG 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 V1 DRG find?
V1 DRG passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both.

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