1992 BMW 316 1.6L Petrol · J105 FWP
1992 BMW 316 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/03/1992. Recorded mileage 192,043 miles. MOT valid until 17/04/2027. Taxed until 01/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- BMW 316
- Year / Origin
- 1992
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/04/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/12/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 192,043 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 1992
- Engine
- 1596cc
J105 FWP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/04/2026
- 192,043 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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J105 FWP Mileage History
- 19/04/2023188,729 mi
- 04/04/2024189,887 mi+1,158 mi
- 02/04/2025191,569 mi+1,682 mi
- 16/04/2026192,043 mi+474 mi
- 16/04/2026192,043 mi
Average of roughly 1,107 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
J105 FWP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1992 BMW 316 (J105 FWP) between April 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Bodywork (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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