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BMW 316

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

V47 DPLMOT history

V47 DPL is a silver petrol BMW 316 first used on 6 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 143,043 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
143,043 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,546 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V47 DPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V47 DPL was last recorded at 143,043 miles on 20 May 2026, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,024 miles · 6 May 2026
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
4,546 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,043 miles
  • 2024 – 142,095 miles
  • 2021 – 140,171 miles
  • 2020 – 136,269 miles
  • 2019 – 131,510 miles
  • 2018 – 125,574 miles
  • 2017 – 115,888 miles
  • 2016 – 108,171 miles
  • 2015 – 102,981 miles
  • 2014 – 93,774 miles
  • 2012 – 83,268 miles
  • 2011 – 79,651 miles
  • 2010 – 75,357 miles
  • 2009 – 70,308 miles
  • 2008 – 66,860 miles
  • 2007 – 58,891 miles
  • 2006 – 56,192 miles
  • 2005 – 49,318 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,043 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.

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 7 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,043 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    143,043 miles
    Test number
    338490740260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail143,024 miles (+929)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,024 miles
    Test number
    126276583378
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass142,095 miles (+1,924)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    142,095 miles
    Test number
    842133152007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass140,171 miles (+3,902)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    140,171 miles
    Test number
    351029383431
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass136,269 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    136,269 miles
    Test number
    922359570019
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail136,264 miles (+4,754)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,264 miles
    Test number
    955047048491
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass131,510 miles (+5,936)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    131,510 miles
    Test number
    551331861470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass125,574 miles (+9,686)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    125,574 miles
    Test number
    723102438624
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass115,888 miles (+7,717)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    115,888 miles
    Test number
    662483197390
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  10. Pass108,171 miles (+5,190)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    108,171 miles
    Test number
    692831941405
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass102,981 miles (+9,207)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    102,981 miles
    Test number
    105020545424
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass93,774 miles (+10,506)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    93,774 miles
    Test number
    696923524031
    • NoteOffside rear and nearside front tyre sidewalls slightly perished and deteriorated
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly corroded and pitted

  13. Pass83,268 miles (+3,617)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    83,268 miles
    Test number
    515653152052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteO/s headlight glass cracked
    • NoteO/s/r and o/s/f tyres worn on edges
    • NoteRear exhaust deterated

  14. Pass79,651 miles (+3)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    79,651 miles
    Test number
    107916591481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteO/s/f lower arm rear bush slightly weak
    • NoteRear part of exhaust rusty
    • NoteSpare tyre soft

  15. Fail79,648 miles (+4,291)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,648 miles
    Test number
    997475591020
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteO/s/f lower arm rear bush slightly weak
    • NoteRear pads low
    • NoteRear part of exhaust rusty
    • NoteSpare tyre soft

  16. Pass75,357 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    75,357 miles
    Test number
    662958070009
    • NoteSee checklist 98830

  17. Fail75,357 miles (+5,049)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,357 miles
    Test number
    653377170094
    • FailureFront Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • NoteSee checklist 98830

  18. Pass70,308 miles (+3,448)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    70,308 miles
    Test number
    761143689050
    • NoteC/l 15871

  19. Pass66,860 miles (+7,969)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    66,860 miles
    Test number
    514209458268
    • NoteC/l 562635

  20. Pass58,891 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    58,891 miles
    Test number
    583948387065
    • NoteC/l 472960

  21. Fail58,891 miles (+2,699)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,891 miles
    Test number
    421068787072
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteC/l 472960

  22. Pass56,192 miles (+3,679)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    56,192 miles
    Test number
    764233486296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,513 miles (+3,195)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    52,513 miles
    Test number
    714993396032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass49,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    49,318 miles
    Test number
    704100485214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V47 DPL

Does V47 DPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V47 DPL is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V47 DPL?
The MOT on V47 DPL is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V47 DPL done?
V47 DPL was recorded at 143,043 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 4,546 miles a year.
Has V47 DPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V47 DPL has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on V47 DPL 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 V47 DPL find?
V47 DPL passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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