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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Hybrid electric (clean) · 2016 · 1,998 cc

VU16 WKMMOT history

VU16 WKM is a silver hybrid electric (clean) BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Apr 2016. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 143,223 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
143,223 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
14,726 mi
Average between MOTs
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Mileage history

VU16 WKM was last recorded at 143,223 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 9,857 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
133,366 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
9,857 miles
Average per year
14,726 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,223 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 8 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,223 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    143,223 miles
    Test number
    226938113980
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Fail143,223 miles (+9,857)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,223 miles
    Test number
    118442235743
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass133,366 miles (+14,729)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    133,366 miles
    Test number
    297815008910
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass118,637 miles (+13,719)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2025
    Odometer
    118,637 miles
    Test number
    987031075499
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass104,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    104,918 miles
    Test number
    941758936068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail104,918 miles (+15,552)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,918 miles
    Test number
    585026684013
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  7. Pass89,366 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    89,366 miles
    Test number
    306178568448
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail89,366 miles (+16,862)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,366 miles
    Test number
    819968991617
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass72,504 miles (+13,143)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    72,504 miles
    Test number
    856245407007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass59,361 miles (+21,409)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    59,361 miles
    Test number
    783665141458
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre treads at 2mm

  11. Pass37,952 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    37,952 miles
    Test number
    546404512287
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres worn on outer shoulder

Questions about VU16 WKM

When is the MOT due on VU16 WKM?
The MOT on VU16 WKM is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has VU16 WKM done?
VU16 WKM was recorded at 143,223 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 14,726 miles a year.
Has VU16 WKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VU16 WKM has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on VU16 WKM 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 VU16 WKM find?
VU16 WKM passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides; offside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect.

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