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BMW 3 Series

Bronze · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T115 ABMMOT history

T115 ABM is a bronze petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 126,692 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
126,692 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,879 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T115 ABM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T115 ABM was last recorded at 126,692 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 1,251 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,441 miles · 2 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,251 miles
Average per year
4,879 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,692 miles
  • 2025 – 125,441 miles
  • 2023 – 120,007 miles
  • 2022 – 111,531 miles
  • 2021 – 104,443 miles
  • 2019 – 98,807 miles
  • 2018 – 94,515 miles
  • 2017 – 89,705 miles
  • 2016 – 84,888 miles
  • 2015 – 78,638 miles
  • 2014 – 72,804 miles
  • 2013 – 66,349 miles
  • 2012 – 58,094 miles
  • 2011 – 49,583 miles
  • 2010 – 41,528 miles
  • 2009 – 37,359 miles
  • 2008 – 34,373 miles
  • 2007 – 31,797 miles
  • 2006 – 29,162 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,692 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,692 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    126,692 miles
    Test number
    311401738321
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail126,692 miles (+1,251)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,692 miles
    Test number
    852826716595
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass125,441 miles (+5,434)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    125,441 miles
    Test number
    734149086224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass120,007 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    120,007 miles
    Test number
    513241682071
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail119,997 miles (+8,466)2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,997 miles
    Test number
    803043772589
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass111,531 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    111,531 miles
    Test number
    374724938999
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisorySMALL BLOW REAR BOX

  7. Fail111,524 miles (+7,081)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,524 miles
    Test number
    579591121116
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisorySMALL BLOW REAR BOX

  8. Pass104,443 miles (+17)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    104,443 miles
    Test number
    982996448531
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratch (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively contaminated and cracked (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail104,426 miles (+5,619)5 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,426 miles
    Test number
    479815900850
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorFront Steering locking device ineffective track rod lock nuts loose both sides (2.1.3 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratch (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively contaminated and cracked (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass98,807 miles (+18)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    98,807 miles
    Test number
    878016988647
    • AdvisoryN/S/F TYRE WORN INNER EDGE
    • AdvisoryN/S/R TYRE WORN
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail98,789 miles (+4,274)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,789 miles
    Test number
    320824538915
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/S/F TYRE WORN INNER EDGE
    • AdvisoryN/S/R TYRE WORN
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass94,515 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    94,515 miles
    Test number
    414552363650
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Fail94,515 miles (+4,810)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,515 miles
    Test number
    680818824553
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass89,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    89,705 miles
    Test number
    271521063304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail89,705 miles (+4,817)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,705 miles
    Test number
    813142903456
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded near a/r/b d bush (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass84,888 miles (+6,250)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    84,888 miles
    Test number
    311293958410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass78,638 miles (+5,834)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    78,638 miles
    Test number
    108687485102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass72,804 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    72,804 miles
    Test number
    539815194131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail72,804 miles (+6,455)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,804 miles
    Test number
    577935994185
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass66,349 miles (+8,255)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    66,349 miles
    Test number
    695038763166
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail58,094 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,094 miles
    Test number
    486241822164
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Pass58,094 miles (+8,511)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    58,094 miles
    Test number
    657161622149
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  23. Pass49,583 miles (+8,055)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,583 miles
    Test number
    816081001124
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass41,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2011
    Odometer
    41,528 miles
    Test number
    531350020133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail41,528 miles (+4,169)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,528 miles
    Test number
    413058010136
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSlight wear on front brake discs.

  26. Fail37,359 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,359 miles
    Test number
    250827899068
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  27. Pass37,359 miles (+2,986)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2010
    Odometer
    37,359 miles
    Test number
    283917999032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass34,373 miles (+2,576)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    34,373 miles
    Test number
    592103318158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteVery slight wear on front brake discs.

  29. Pass31,797 miles (+2,635)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    31,797 miles
    Test number
    202780127119
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen. Play in steering rack. Some wear on front brake discs.

  30. Pass29,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    29,162 miles
    Test number
    220335496035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T115 ABM

Does T115 ABM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T115 ABM is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T115 ABM?
The MOT on T115 ABM is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T115 ABM done?
T115 ABM was recorded at 126,692 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 4,879 miles a year.
Has T115 ABM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T115 ABM has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T115 ABM 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 T115 ABM find?
T115 ABM passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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