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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T104 MDAMOT history

T104 MDA is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 156,124 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
156,124 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,867 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T104 MDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T104 MDA was last recorded at 156,124 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 5,093 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,031 miles · 5 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
5,093 miles
Average per year
4,867 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,124 miles
  • 2024 – 151,031 miles
  • 2022 – 146,026 miles
  • 2021 – 143,582 miles
  • 2020 – 140,093 miles
  • 2018 – 137,788 miles
  • 2017 – 136,530 miles
  • 2016 – 134,759 miles
  • 2015 – 129,456 miles
  • 2013 – 121,411 miles
  • 2012 – 114,602 miles
  • 2011 – 108,572 miles
  • 2010 – 100,151 miles
  • 2009 – 90,057 miles
  • 2008 – 81,738 miles
  • 2007 – 72,291 miles
  • 2006 – 61,930 miles
  • 2005 – 54,977 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,124 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills - both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

30 tests since 22 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,124 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    156,124 miles
    Test number
    427618649234
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills - both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail156,124 miles (+5,093)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,124 miles
    Test number
    358673407452
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills - both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass151,031 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    151,031 miles
    Test number
    724854120179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail151,026 miles (+5,000)1 dangerous7 major1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,026 miles
    Test number
    963466502434
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured bracket snapped (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 46% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Drive shaft securing bolt loose all inner bolts loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low adjusted to correct level (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass146,026 miles (+38)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    146,026 miles
    Test number
    663119212283
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail145,988 miles (+2,406)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,988 miles
    Test number
    379200911734
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded hole in front (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill corroded holes on the front and rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit plus going bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass143,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    143,582 miles
    Test number
    272174716836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail143,582 miles (+3,489)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,582 miles
    Test number
    475167431710
    • Repaired at testBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass140,093 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    140,093 miles
    Test number
    373815080340
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail140,090 miles (+2,302)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,090 miles
    Test number
    760676995872
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass137,788 miles (+1,258)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    137,788 miles
    Test number
    104168284929
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisorySLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH INNER STEERING ARMS.
    • AdvisoryVEHICLE HAS A OIL LEAK
    • AdvisoryVEHICLE IS FITTED WITH UNDER TRAYS, UNABLE TO FULLY INSPECT.
    • AdvisoryVEHICLE IS OBVIOUSLY LOWERED.
    • AdvisoryVEHICLE UNDER BELLY IS SLIGHTLY CORRODED BUT NOT SIGNIFICANTLY WEAKENED.
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass136,530 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    136,530 miles
    Test number
    233514597072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail136,526 miles (+1,767)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,526 miles
    Test number
    459965367985
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass134,759 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    134,759 miles
    Test number
    925201252512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail134,730 miles (+5,274)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,730 miles
    Test number
    936339444283
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low unable to adjust (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBonnet stays very weak

  16. Pass129,456 miles (+8,045)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    129,456 miles
    Test number
    179315105040
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Pass121,411 miles (+6,809)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    121,411 miles
    Test number
    366866303326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  18. Pass114,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    114,602 miles
    Test number
    429897602450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail114,602 miles (+6,030)2 failures2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,602 miles
    Test number
    486327702427
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteSlight bind o/s/f brake

  20. Pass108,572 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    108,572 miles
    Test number
    759067501347
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail108,572 miles (+8,421)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,572 miles
    Test number
    715076201368
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass100,151 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    100,151 miles
    Test number
    703397070273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail100,151 miles (+10,094)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,151 miles
    Test number
    184687270252
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component securing device missing (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  24. Pass90,057 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    90,057 miles
    Test number
    991566879284
    • NoteFront ball joints have slight play in them
    • NoteSlight play in front arm rear bushes
    • NoteSlight play in rack ends

  25. Fail90,057 miles (+8,319)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,057 miles
    Test number
    394695779416
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront ball joints have slight play in them
    • NoteSlight play in front arm rear bushes
    • NoteSlight play in rack ends

  26. Pass81,738 miles (+9,447)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    81,738 miles
    Test number
    752353958234
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass72,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    72,291 miles
    Test number
    362267677453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail72,291 miles (+10,361)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,291 miles
    Test number
    331987477409
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass61,930 miles (+6,953)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    61,930 miles
    Test number
    633020136280
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass54,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    54,977 miles
    Test number
    640494535222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T104 MDA

Does T104 MDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T104 MDA is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T104 MDA?
The MOT on T104 MDA is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T104 MDA done?
T104 MDA was recorded at 156,124 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 4,867 miles a year.
Has T104 MDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T104 MDA has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T104 MDA 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 T104 MDA find?
T104 MDA passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills - both sides.

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