1990 BMW 316 1.6L Petrol · E3 OFU
1990 BMW 316 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/05/1990. Recorded mileage 116,612 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- BMW 316
- Year / Origin
- 1990 · Chelmsford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07/08/2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 116,612 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 1990
- Engine
- 1596cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
E3 OFU Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/08/2025
- 116,612 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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E3 OFU Mileage History
- 13/11/2021115,052 mi
- 30/03/2023116,086 mi+1,034 mi
- 26/04/2024116,476 mi+390 mi
- 09/08/2025116,612 mi+136 mi
Average of roughly 417 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
E3 OFU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1990 BMW 316 (E3 OFU) between November 2021 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 11 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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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