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BMW 316

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

V714 FCDMOT history

V714 FCD is a purple petrol BMW 316 first used on 10 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 198,103 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

V714 FCD purple BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
198,103 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,336 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V714 FCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V714 FCD was last recorded at 198,103 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 4,126 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,977 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,126 miles
Average per year
8,336 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 198,103 miles
  • 2025 – 193,977 miles
  • 2024 – 187,622 miles
  • 2023 – 183,330 miles
  • 2022 – 105,231 miles
  • 2021 – 101,358 miles
  • 2020 – 90,622 miles
  • 2019 – 82,750 miles
  • 2018 – 75,138 miles
  • 2017 – 71,457 miles
  • 2016 – 68,052 miles
  • 2015 – 65,083 miles
  • 2014 – 61,388 miles
  • 2013 – 58,510 miles
  • 2012 – 55,088 miles
  • 2011 – 51,410 miles
  • 2010 – 47,741 miles
  • 2009 – 43,402 miles
  • 2008 – 39,554 miles
  • 2007 – 35,350 miles
  • 2006 – 31,881 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,103 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.

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 5 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,103 miles (+4,126)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    198,103 miles
    Test number
    279068052360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass193,977 miles (+6,355)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    193,977 miles
    Test number
    189702400935
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass187,622 miles (+4,292)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    187,622 miles
    Test number
    143006929880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass183,330 miles (+78,099)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    183,330 miles
    Test number
    484795513772
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres worn inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass105,231 miles (+3,873)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    105,231 miles
    Test number
    379794889431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass101,358 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    101,358 miles
    Test number
    683442871634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail101,341 miles (+10,719)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,341 miles
    Test number
    303761532947
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass90,622 miles (+7,872)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    90,622 miles
    Test number
    731523516768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,750 miles (+7,612)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    82,750 miles
    Test number
    429573405821
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass75,138 miles (+3,681)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    75,138 miles
    Test number
    506612505426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass71,457 miles (+3,405)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    71,457 miles
    Test number
    897264744445
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass68,052 miles (+2,969)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    68,052 miles
    Test number
    121925165248
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm rear bushes worn
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion front inner sills / chassis rails
    • AdvisorySteering rack damp

  13. Pass65,083 miles (+3,695)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    65,083 miles
    Test number
    838913468835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,388 miles (+2,878)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    61,388 miles
    Test number
    488315224265
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass58,510 miles (+3,422)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    58,510 miles
    Test number
    897312743275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,088 miles (+3,678)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    55,088 miles
    Test number
    499454842263
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear suspension lower wishbone rear mounting deteriorated
    • NoteSlight inbalance of front brakes
    • NoteSome play in offside of steering rack

  17. Pass51,410 miles (+49)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    51,410 miles
    Test number
    819460051259
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear suspension squeaky

  18. Fail51,361 miles (+3,620)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,361 miles
    Test number
    867205641270
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear suspension squeaky

  19. Pass47,741 miles (+4,339)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    47,741 miles
    Test number
    970603440287
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass43,402 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    43,402 miles
    Test number
    351239939453
    • NoteOffside front driving lamp broken

  21. Fail43,402 miles (+3,848)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,402 miles
    Test number
    434239339235
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOffside front driving lamp broken

  22. Pass39,554 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    39,554 miles
    Test number
    524424838242
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  23. Fail39,553 miles (+4,203)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,553 miles
    Test number
    450432638289
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  24. Fail35,350 miles3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,350 miles
    Test number
    562938747265
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass35,350 miles (+3,469)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    35,350 miles
    Test number
    900858247241
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass31,881 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    31,881 miles
    Test number
    343218746406
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about V714 FCD

Does V714 FCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V714 FCD is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V714 FCD?
The MOT on V714 FCD is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V714 FCD done?
V714 FCD was recorded at 198,103 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 8,336 miles a year.
Has V714 FCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V714 FCD has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on V714 FCD 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 V714 FCD find?
V714 FCD passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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