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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T105 ARXMOT history

T105 ARX is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 210,357 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2024
Mileage
210,357 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,576 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T105 ARX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T105 ARX was last recorded at 210,357 miles on 31 Oct 2023, 447 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,910 miles · 4 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
447 miles
Average per year
4,576 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 210,357 miles
  • 2022 – 209,910 miles
  • 2020 – 209,808 miles
  • 2019 – 209,398 miles
  • 2018 – 209,108 miles
  • 2017 – 208,704 miles
  • 2016 – 208,045 miles
  • 2015 – 206,157 miles
  • 2013 – 202,266 miles
  • 2012 – 194,265 miles
  • 2011 – 190,269 miles
  • 2010 – 179,036 miles
  • 2009 – 170,302 miles
  • 2008 – 165,232 miles
  • 2006 – 147,047 miles
  • 2005 – 126,947 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,357 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront suspension rusty nearside and offside.
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside , slightly misty inside units. (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and rear inner sils/floor. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and rear inner sils /floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working.

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 Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass210,357 miles (+447)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    210,357 miles
    Test number
    128476303473
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension rusty nearside and offside.
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside , slightly misty inside units. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and rear inner sils/floor. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and rear inner sils /floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working.

  2. Pass209,910 miles (+102)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    209,910 miles
    Test number
    166167080496
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear window missing.

  3. Pass209,808 miles (+410)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    209,808 miles
    Test number
    978219840592
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass209,398 miles (+290)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    209,398 miles
    Test number
    282470079346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass209,108 miles (+404)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    209,108 miles
    Test number
    984466339006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass208,704 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    208,704 miles
    Test number
    646801729623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail208,692 miles (+647)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,692 miles
    Test number
    351534397677
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  8. Pass208,045 miles (+1,888)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    208,045 miles
    Test number
    623610338697
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  9. Pass206,157 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    206,157 miles
    Test number
    749015155115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Fail206,157 miles (+3,891)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,157 miles
    Test number
    806645355112
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass202,266 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    202,266 miles
    Test number
    417790733380
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Fail202,265 miles (+8,000)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,265 miles
    Test number
    469580633448
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass194,265 miles (+3,996)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    194,265 miles
    Test number
    275127262444
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass190,269 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    190,269 miles
    Test number
    495615761147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Fail190,258 miles (+11,222)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,258 miles
    Test number
    859209951141
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSide repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteSlight play in ends of steering rack

  16. Pass179,036 miles (+8,734)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    179,036 miles
    Test number
    392313050141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass170,302 miles (+5,070)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    170,302 miles
    Test number
    884350319184
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass165,232 miles (+76)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    165,232 miles
    Test number
    110382468166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail165,156 miles (+18,109)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,156 miles
    Test number
    350161668107
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass147,047 miles (+20,100)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    147,047 miles
    Test number
    994339626366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass126,947 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    126,947 miles
    Test number
    620197815207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail126,907 miles1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,907 miles
    Test number
    882047815283
    • DangerousNearside 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)

Questions about T105 ARX

Does T105 ARX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T105 ARX expired on 3 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T105 ARX?
The MOT on T105 ARX expired on 3 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T105 ARX done?
T105 ARX was recorded at 210,357 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2023, an average of 4,576 miles a year.
Has T105 ARX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T105 ARX has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2017.
Has the mileage on T105 ARX 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 T105 ARX find?
T105 ARX passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2023 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central front power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage; front suspension rusty nearside and offside., and 5 more.

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