
BMW 3 Series
Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc
T125 BYYMOT history
T125 BYY is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 32 MOT tests, with 209,934 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 20 Jan 2027
- Mileage
- 209,934 mi
- At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
- MOT tests
- 32
- 16 passed · 16 failed
- Per year
- 5,812 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T125 BYY
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 3 Series
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,494 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 9 Mar 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 21 Jan 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
T125 BYY was last recorded at 209,934 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 209,932 miles · 11 Dec 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 2 miles
- Average per year
- 5,812 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 209,934 miles
- 2025 – 209,932 miles
- 2024 – 202,135 miles
- 2023 – 195,061 miles
- 2022 – 188,891 miles
- 2021 – 183,613 miles
- 2020 – 172,533 miles
- 2019 – 172,509 miles
- 2017 – 166,716 miles
- 2016 – 160,027 miles
- 2014 – 151,753 miles
- 2012 – 144,143 miles
- 2011 – 134,663 miles
- 2010 – 130,251 miles
- 2009 – 122,064 miles
- 2008 – 113,759 miles
- 2007 – 103,109 miles
- 2006 – 94,618 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
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
Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2022
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault
Major6 MOTs, 2019–2025
Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s and o/s
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014
Full MOT history
32 tests since 20 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass209,934 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jan 2027
- Odometer
- 209,934 miles
- Test number
- 568849216283
- AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail209,934 miles (+2)1 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 209,934 miles
- Test number
- 580235074417
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail209,932 miles (+7,797)1 dangerous7 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 209,932 miles
- Test number
- 494027622488
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass202,135 miles
- MOT expiry
- 17 Nov 2025
- Odometer
- 202,135 miles
- Test number
- 857579244463
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail202,135 miles (+7,074)3 dangerous
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 202,135 miles
- Test number
- 387257161875
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Pass195,061 miles (+6,170)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 195,061 miles
- Test number
- 939504596866
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass188,891 miles1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 188,891 miles
- Test number
- 173366220330
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail188,891 miles (+5,278)6 major1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 188,891 miles
- Test number
- 384010690911
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass183,613 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 183,613 miles
- Test number
- 339533871927
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail183,613 miles (+498)1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 183,613 miles
- Test number
- 803875137202
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail183,115 miles (+2,609)2 dangerous7 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 183,115 miles
- Test number
- 530873186762
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorBrake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
Fail180,506 miles (+7,973)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 180,506 miles
- Test number
- 624908780754
- DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass172,533 miles (+13)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2021
- Odometer
- 172,533 miles
- Test number
- 667292936183
- MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s
- AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (e))
- 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))
Fail172,520 miles (+11)1 dangerous7 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 172,520 miles
- Test number
- 513343083451
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system off flexi hose (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s and o/s
- AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (e))
- 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))
Fail172,509 miles (+5,793)6 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 172,509 miles
- Test number
- 787504224890
- MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s and o/s (4.4.3 (a))
Pass166,716 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 29 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 166,716 miles
- Test number
- 298743946435
- AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Fail166,716 miles (+6,689)2 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 166,716 miles
- Test number
- 708277928123
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass160,027 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 Aug 2017
- Odometer
- 160,027 miles
- Test number
- 634068236185
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail160,027 miles (+8,274)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 160,027 miles
- Test number
- 700058210087
- FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Pass151,753 miles (+1)5 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 28 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 151,753 miles
- Test number
- 236419814468
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Fail151,752 miles (+7,609)4 failures5 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 151,752 miles
- Test number
- 636226304121
- FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
- AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Inner 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass144,143 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2013
- Odometer
- 144,143 miles
- Test number
- 706116752311
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail144,143 miles (+9,480)3 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 144,143 miles
- Test number
- 499306952328
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureParking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Pass134,663 miles
- MOT expiry
- 5 Oct 2012
- Odometer
- 134,663 miles
- Test number
- 156419571225
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail134,663 miles (+4,412)4 failures3 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 134,663 miles
- Test number
- 646458871245
- FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
- FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
- AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteAir bag light on
- NoteRear number plate dirty
- NoteWiper blade split
Pass130,251 miles (+8,187)5 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 1 Oct 2011
- Odometer
- 130,251 miles
- Test number
- 393095370429
- AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- NoteN/s/f wheel bearing noise
Pass122,064 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Aug 2010
- Odometer
- 122,064 miles
- Test number
- 730559239232
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Fail122,064 miles (+8,305)5 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 122,064 miles
- Test number
- 470308339298
- FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass113,759 miles (+10,650)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jul 2009
- Odometer
- 113,759 miles
- Test number
- 984157508294
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass103,109 miles (+8,491)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 103,109 miles
- Test number
- 893257087074
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass94,618 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2007
- Odometer
- 94,618 miles
- Test number
- 762149676093
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail94,618 miles3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 94,618 miles
- Test number
- 790529476027
- FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
Questions about T125 BYY
- Does T125 BYY currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T125 BYY is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T125 BYY?
- The MOT on T125 BYY is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T125 BYY done?
- T125 BYY was recorded at 209,934 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 5,812 miles a year.
- Has T125 BYY ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T125 BYY has failed 16 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2026.
- Has the mileage on T125 BYY 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 T125 BYY find?
- T125 BYY passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened; offside macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened.
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