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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T128 LBJMOT history

T128 LBJ is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2022 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 98,600 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2022
Mileage
98,600 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2025
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,005 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T128 LBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T128 LBJ was last recorded at 98,600 miles on 17 Apr 2025, 324 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,276 miles · 29 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
324 miles
Average per year
3,005 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,600 miles
  • 2021 – 98,276 miles
  • 2020 – 96,916 miles
  • 2019 – 94,133 miles
  • 2018 – 90,054 miles
  • 2017 – 85,982 miles
  • 2016 – 80,864 miles
  • 2015 – 76,302 miles
  • 2014 – 72,644 miles
  • 2013 – 68,629 miles
  • 2012 – 65,185 miles
  • 2011 – 62,634 miles
  • 2010 – 60,360 miles
  • 2009 – 56,890 miles
  • 2008 – 52,555 miles
  • 2007 – 48,421 miles
  • 2006 – 44,924 miles
  • 2005 – 39,973 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail98,600 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill/jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill/jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail98,600 miles (+324)8 dangerous16 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,600 miles
    Test number
    724343619016
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill/jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill/jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass98,276 miles (+1,360)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    98,276 miles
    Test number
    336603021329
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass96,916 miles (+2,783)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    96,916 miles
    Test number
    558200760715
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Diff has a slight oil leak

  4. Pass94,133 miles (+4,079)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    94,133 miles
    Test number
    540941315297
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass90,054 miles (+4,072)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    90,054 miles
    Test number
    149415863937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,982 miles (+5,118)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    85,982 miles
    Test number
    509405403879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,864 miles (+4,562)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    80,864 miles
    Test number
    551321000906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass76,302 miles (+3,658)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    76,302 miles
    Test number
    258249534758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,644 miles (+4,015)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    72,644 miles
    Test number
    775397384216
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  10. Pass68,629 miles (+3,444)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    68,629 miles
    Test number
    998930683258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass65,185 miles (+2,551)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    65,185 miles
    Test number
    329315182422
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass62,634 miles (+2,274)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    62,634 miles
    Test number
    378795181236
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass60,360 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    60,360 miles
    Test number
    160327380295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail60,341 miles (+3,451)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,341 miles
    Test number
    180175280264
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass56,890 miles (+4,335)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    56,890 miles
    Test number
    613796789219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass52,555 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    52,555 miles
    Test number
    900300598237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail52,538 miles (+4,117)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,538 miles
    Test number
    524327288212
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteHeat shield insecure

  18. Pass48,421 miles (+3,497)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    48,421 miles
    Test number
    851594887241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,924 miles (+4,951)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    44,924 miles
    Test number
    752545686291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    39,973 miles
    Test number
    602906685266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T128 LBJ

Does T128 LBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T128 LBJ expired on 30 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T128 LBJ?
The MOT on T128 LBJ expired on 30 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T128 LBJ done?
T128 LBJ was recorded at 98,600 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2025, an average of 3,005 miles a year.
Has T128 LBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T128 LBJ has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T128 LBJ 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 T128 LBJ find?
T128 LBJ failed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2025 with 8 dangerous defects, 16 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; nearside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and 24 more.

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