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BMW 316

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

V83 FYBMOT history

V83 FYB is a blue petrol BMW 316 first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 23,435 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

V83 FYB blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
23,435 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
629 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V83 FYB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
316
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V83 FYB was last recorded at 23,435 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 158 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
23,277 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
158 miles
Average per year
629 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 23,435 miles
  • 2025 – 23,277 miles
  • 2024 – 22,110 miles
  • 2023 – 20,063 miles
  • 2021 – 19,477 miles
  • 2020 – 18,405 miles
  • 2019 – 17,332 miles
  • 2018 – 16,209 miles
  • 2015 – 15,983 miles
  • 2014 – 15,578 miles
  • 2013 – 15,096 miles
  • 2012 – 14,662 miles
  • 2011 – 14,298 miles
  • 2010 – 13,796 miles
  • 2009 – 13,240 miles
  • 2008 – 12,526 miles
  • 2007 – 11,816 miles
  • 2006 – 10,906 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass23,435 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 31 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass23,435 miles (+158)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    23,435 miles
    Test number
    307472402210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass23,277 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    23,277 miles
    Test number
    196019325066
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail23,277 miles (+1,167)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,277 miles
    Test number
    390172219286
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass22,110 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    22,110 miles
    Test number
    371352632804
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail22,108 miles (+2,045)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,108 miles
    Test number
    544045647058
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Back box (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass20,063 miles (+586)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    20,063 miles
    Test number
    840389849155
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass19,477 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    19,477 miles
    Test number
    216546577537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail19,429 miles (+1,024)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,429 miles
    Test number
    377724350118
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass18,405 miles (+1,073)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    18,405 miles
    Test number
    369518269410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass17,332 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    17,332 miles
    Test number
    144638960382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail17,232 miles (+1,023)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,232 miles
    Test number
    757940187354
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Pass16,209 miles (+226)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    16,209 miles
    Test number
    242418547733
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass15,983 miles (+405)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    15,983 miles
    Test number
    818297875823
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass15,578 miles (+482)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    15,578 miles
    Test number
    387650834493
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass15,096 miles (+434)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    15,096 miles
    Test number
    695943333267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has perish marks in sidewall
    • NoteO/s/r jacking block missing
    • NoteRear wiper blade deteriorated

  16. Pass14,662 miles (+364)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    14,662 miles
    Test number
    435409822210
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass14,298 miles (+502)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    14,298 miles
    Test number
    559688621293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass13,796 miles (+556)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    13,796 miles
    Test number
    100893420214
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cut but not deep enough to reach plys or cords

  19. Pass13,240 miles (+714)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    13,240 miles
    Test number
    481564529217
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass12,526 miles (+710)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    12,526 miles
    Test number
    110467628245
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass11,816 miles (+910)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    11,816 miles
    Test number
    174636127203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,906 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    10,906 miles
    Test number
    560893546235
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about V83 FYB

Does V83 FYB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V83 FYB is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V83 FYB?
The MOT on V83 FYB is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V83 FYB done?
V83 FYB was recorded at 23,435 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 629 miles a year.
Has V83 FYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V83 FYB has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on V83 FYB 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 V83 FYB find?
V83 FYB passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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