No, R126 AJV is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for R126 AJV?

The MOT for R126 AJV is valid and due for renewal on or before 10 February 2009.

What is the recorded mileage of R126 AJV?

The recorded mileage for R126 AJV is 85,009 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R126 AJV ULEZ compliant?

No, R126 AJV does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1997 BMW 316 1.6L Petrol · R126 AJV

R126 AJV

1997 BMW 316 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1997. Recorded mileage 85,009 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: BMW 316
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
MOT Status: Valid until 10/02/2009
Road Tax: Untaxed (27/03/2008)
Recorded Mileage: 85,009 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 10/02/2009

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 27/03/2008

Mileage: 85,009 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1997
Engine: 1596cc

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R126 AJV Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 11/02/2008
85,009 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Older vehicle

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R126 AJV Mileage History

18/05/200673,093 mi
26/05/200673,093 mi
10/05/200780,151 mi+7,058 mi
10/05/200780,151 mi
11/02/200885,009 mi+4,858 mi

Average of roughly 6,865 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

R126 AJV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 23 Sept 2026, 08:13

MOT Analysis

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 1997 BMW 316 (R126 AJV) between May 2006 and February 2008.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 11 February 2008 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”; “Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)”; “Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)”.

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