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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T109 BSNMOT history

T109 BSN is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 71,647 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
71,647 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,402 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T109 BSN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T109 BSN was last recorded at 71,647 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 1,745 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Jun 2011: 36,066 miles, lower than 75,031 miles on 4 Jun 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
69,902 miles · 8 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,745 miles
Average per year
2,402 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 71,647 miles
  • 2024 – 69,902 miles
  • 2023 – 67,692 miles
  • 2022 – 67,602 miles
  • 2021 – 67,514 miles
  • 2020 – 65,519 miles
  • 2019 – 60,434 miles
  • 2018 – 56,403 miles
  • 2017 – 50,143 miles
  • 2016 – 46,133 miles
  • 2015 – 44,304 miles
  • 2014 – 42,329 miles
  • 2013 – 39,403 miles
  • 2012 – 37,355 miles
  • 2011 – 36,066 miles
  • 2010 – 75,031 miles
  • 2009 – 31,956 miles
  • 2008 – 29,510 miles
  • 2007 – 27,085 miles
  • 2006 – 24,758 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,647 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,647 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    71,647 miles
    Test number
    502727622317
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail71,647 miles (+1,745)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,647 miles
    Test number
    227982199430
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass69,902 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    69,902 miles
    Test number
    899624667050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail69,902 miles (+2,210)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,902 miles
    Test number
    183684455310
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jack point pad (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass67,692 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    67,692 miles
    Test number
    306202254275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass67,602 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    67,602 miles
    Test number
    860066732646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,514 miles (+1,995)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    67,514 miles
    Test number
    724602657522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,519 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    65,519 miles
    Test number
    644905582166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Fail65,490 miles (+5,056)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,490 miles
    Test number
    520140970228
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass60,434 miles (+4,031)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    60,434 miles
    Test number
    275500351022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear casings corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass56,403 miles (+6,260)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    56,403 miles
    Test number
    148351522713
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber casings corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass50,143 miles (+136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    50,143 miles
    Test number
    212723075719
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail50,007 miles (+3,874)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,007 miles
    Test number
    703394171531
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass46,133 miles (+1,829)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    46,133 miles
    Test number
    549537189153
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass44,304 miles (+1,975)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    44,304 miles
    Test number
    696169055177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,329 miles (+2,926)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    42,329 miles
    Test number
    256471144189
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass39,403 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    39,403 miles
    Test number
    867254743105
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront brake discs and pads are poor condition
    • NoteRear no plate starting to delaminate

  18. Fail39,403 miles (+2,048)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,403 miles
    Test number
    888214243118
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront brake discs and pads are poor condition
    • NoteRear no plate starting to delaminate

  19. Pass37,355 miles (+1,289)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    37,355 miles
    Test number
    247928652164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,066 miles (-38,965)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    36,066 miles
    Test number
    286867151448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass75,031 miles (+41,005)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    75,031 miles
    Test number
    151615150160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail34,026 miles (+2,070)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,026 miles
    Test number
    172496540189
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass31,956 miles (+2,446)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    31,956 miles
    Test number
    414016159186
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass29,510 miles (+2,425)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    29,510 miles
    Test number
    670041268116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,085 miles (+2,327)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    27,085 miles
    Test number
    542742367134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    24,758 miles
    Test number
    761490466102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T109 BSN

Does T109 BSN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T109 BSN is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T109 BSN?
The MOT on T109 BSN is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T109 BSN done?
T109 BSN was recorded at 71,647 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 2,402 miles a year.
Has T109 BSN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T109 BSN has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T109 BSN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Jun 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T109 BSN find?
T109 BSN passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both.; rear lower anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both.; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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