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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1997 · 2,793 cc

P199 ADDMOT history

P199 ADD is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 May 1997. Its MOT expired on 15 Apr 2026 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 146,270 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2025.

P199 ADD black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Apr 2026
Mileage
146,270 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2025
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,203 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P199 ADD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 May 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P199 ADD was last recorded at 146,270 miles on 16 Apr 2025, 3,211 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,059 miles · 4 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
3,211 miles
Average per year
3,203 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 146,270 miles
  • 2024 – 143,059 miles
  • 2023 – 138,710 miles
  • 2022 – 133,011 miles
  • 2020 – 130,711 miles
  • 2016 – 128,150 miles
  • 2015 – 119,139 miles
  • 2014 – 116,667 miles
  • 2013 – 113,420 miles
  • 2011 – 110,537 miles
  • 2010 – 104,846 miles
  • 2009 – 99,334 miles
  • 2008 – 92,105 miles
  • 2007 – 87,912 miles
  • 2006 – 86,856 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,270 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,270 miles (+3,211)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    146,270 miles
    Test number
    429348071848
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass143,059 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    143,059 miles
    Test number
    845028589397
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Shock absorber Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Shock absorber Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail143,059 miles (+4,349)1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,059 miles
    Test number
    403817544251
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Shock absorber Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Shock absorber Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass138,710 miles (+5,699)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    138,710 miles
    Test number
    602388333651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass133,011 miles (+2,300)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    133,011 miles
    Test number
    230058329475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass130,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    130,711 miles
    Test number
    316301969462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail130,711 miles (+2,561)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,711 miles
    Test number
    643411712984
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass128,150 miles (+9,011)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    128,150 miles
    Test number
    604178279699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail119,139 miles5 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,139 miles
    Test number
    296804675487
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  10. Pass119,139 miles (+2,472)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    119,139 miles
    Test number
    698014975155
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Pass116,667 miles (+3,247)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    116,667 miles
    Test number
    245004314456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass113,420 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    113,420 miles
    Test number
    907595913174
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s steering arm has slight movement.

  13. Fail113,420 miles (+2,883)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,420 miles
    Test number
    168385013164
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s steering arm has slight movement.

  14. Pass110,537 miles13 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    110,537 miles
    Test number
    588515131379
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  15. Fail110,537 miles (+5,691)4 failures13 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,537 miles
    Test number
    108535331377
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  16. Fail104,846 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,846 miles
    Test number
    342681940395
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass104,846 miles (+5,512)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    104,846 miles
    Test number
    370551440320
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass99,334 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    99,334 miles
    Test number
    383725949361
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail99,334 miles (+57)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,334 miles
    Test number
    841915349329
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Fail99,277 miles (+7,172)2 dangerous1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,277 miles
    Test number
    450663149350
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAir bag warning light displayed
    • NoteCentre stop light not working
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished and cracked
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished and cracked
    • NotePlastic door sill covers fitted

  21. Pass92,105 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    92,105 miles
    Test number
    440296728369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Fail92,105 miles (+4,193)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,105 miles
    Test number
    801416328384
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass87,912 miles (+1,056)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    87,912 miles
    Test number
    481955667223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail86,856 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,856 miles
    Test number
    491051276223
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about P199 ADD

Does P199 ADD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P199 ADD expired on 15 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P199 ADD?
The MOT on P199 ADD expired on 15 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P199 ADD done?
P199 ADD was recorded at 146,270 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2025, an average of 3,203 miles a year.
Has P199 ADD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P199 ADD has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on P199 ADD 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 P199 ADD find?
P199 ADD passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2025 with 1 advisory: offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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