D16TOP - BMW 3 SERIES
MOT: Not validGB
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 16 MOT tests
This 1997 BMW 3 Series (registration D16TOP) is a red petrol vehicle with a 2,494cc engine. The car's first registration was in August 1997. It has recorded a mileage of 164,631 miles. The vehicle's MOT expired on 1 June 2018, with the latest test conducted on 2 June 2017; no advisories were noted at that time. The car is currently SORN and does not have a valid MOT. No information on CO2 emissions or current tax status is available.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
16
Passed Tests
12
Failed Tests
4
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 02 June 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 164,631 mi
Expires: 01 June 2018
Passed - 04 March 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 148,520 mi
Expires: 03 March 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- Advisory welding repairs undersealed
- Advisory lower sill covers fitted
- Advisory nearside/offside front tyres wearing on inner edges
Failed - 01 March 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 148,303 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Major Front registration plate incorrect not correct size (6.3.1a)
- Major Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported pipe/hose (3.6.B.1)
- Major Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported pipe/hose (3.6.B.1)
- Major Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- Advisory welding repairs undersealed
- Advisory lower sill covers fitted
- Advisory nearside/offside front tyres wearing on inner edges
Passed - 04 March 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 133,245 mi
Expires: 03 March 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Passed - 31 January 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 119,368 mi
Expires: 03 February 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Failed - 31 January 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 119,368 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Major Offside Trailing arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Failed - 21 January 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 119,246 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Major Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 04 February 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 113,441 mi
Expires: 03 February 2014
Failed - 28 January 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 113,356 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Passed - 10 January 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 107,499 mi
Expires: 28 January 2013
Passed - 21 January 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 100,030 mi
Expires: 28 January 2012
Passed - 20 January 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 92,204 mi
Expires: 28 January 2011
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed - 21 January 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 84,044 mi
Expires: 28 January 2010
Passed - 28 January 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 75,472 mi
Expires: 28 January 2009
Passed - 22 January 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 69,894 mi
Expires: 28 January 2008
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed - 27 January 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 63,537 mi
Expires: 28 January 2007
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for D16TOP?
The MOT expires on 01 June 2018.
What is the tax status of D16TOP?
The tax status is SORN.
What are the specifications of D16TOP?
This is a 1997 BMW 3 SERIES in Red. It runs on Petrol with a 2494cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of D16TOP?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.