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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T128 SPMMOT history

T128 SPM is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 139,508 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Mar 2024
Mileage
139,508 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,347 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T128 SPM
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
16 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T128 SPM was last recorded at 139,508 miles on 17 Mar 2023, 289 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,219 miles · 14 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
289 miles
Average per year
6,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 139,508 miles
  • 2022 – 135,472 miles
  • 2021 – 134,827 miles
  • 2020 – 134,241 miles
  • 2019 – 127,326 miles
  • 2018 – 120,828 miles
  • 2017 – 112,815 miles
  • 2016 – 103,798 miles
  • 2015 – 94,582 miles
  • 2014 – 85,157 miles
  • 2013 – 73,560 miles
  • 2012 – 60,483 miles
  • 2011 – 50,722 miles
  • 2010 – 46,130 miles
  • 2009 – 45,157 miles
  • 2008 – 41,969 miles
  • 2007 – 37,323 miles
  • 2006 – 31,085 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,508 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,508 miles (+289)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    139,508 miles
    Test number
    721259733106
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail139,219 miles (+3,747)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,219 miles
    Test number
    900835283147
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass135,472 miles (+5)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    135,472 miles
    Test number
    539433512489
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension has surface rust
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body rust

  4. Fail135,467 miles (+640)5 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,467 miles
    Test number
    108095772294
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension has surface rust
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body rust

  5. Pass134,827 miles (+586)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    134,827 miles
    Test number
    593128743512
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear quarter panel has surface rust (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear quarter panel has surface rust (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body rust

  6. Pass134,241 miles (+48)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    134,241 miles
    Test number
    433917388291
    • AdvisoryALL coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (Steering arm) (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear underside of vehicle corroded
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting repair covered in underseal both rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail134,193 miles (+6,867)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,193 miles
    Test number
    592794652939
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill/jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sill corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (Steering arm) (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryRear underside of vehicle corroded

  8. Pass127,326 miles (+179)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    127,326 miles
    Test number
    316937159402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail127,147 miles (+6,319)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,147 miles
    Test number
    476973552121
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront flexi brake hoses starting to perish
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine oily

  10. Pass120,828 miles (+8,013)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    120,828 miles
    Test number
    892283761260
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront flexi brake hoses starting to perish
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger corroded

  11. Pass112,815 miles (+9,017)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    112,815 miles
    Test number
    177933986492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisorySteering rack slightly damp

  12. Pass103,798 miles (+160)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    103,798 miles
    Test number
    321584792061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps anchor points slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers

  13. Fail103,638 miles (+9,056)6 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,638 miles
    Test number
    933536795408
    • FailureNearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps anchor points slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers

  14. Pass94,582 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    94,582 miles
    Test number
    707185845018
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front brake flexi pipes perished
    • NoteFront anti roll bar bushes perished but not resulting in excess movment
    • NoteN/S/F shock has light misting of oil
    • NoteRear wishbone bushes perished
    • NoteSlight play in O/S/F steering rack

  15. Fail94,582 miles (+9,425)3 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,582 miles
    Test number
    968915945097
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front brake flexi pipes perished
    • NoteFront anti roll bar bushes perished but not resulting in excess movment
    • NoteN/S/F shock has light misting of oil
    • NoteRear wishbone bushes perished
    • NoteSlight play in O/S/F steering rack

  16. Pass85,157 miles (+11,597)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    85,157 miles
    Test number
    938398344061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNoisy power steering pump

  17. Pass73,560 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    73,560 miles
    Test number
    538601153055
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSlight leak from nsf shock absorber.

  18. Fail73,560 miles (+13,077)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,560 miles
    Test number
    157536843068
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSlight leak from nsf shock absorber.

  19. Pass60,483 miles (+9,761)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    60,483 miles
    Test number
    208956442082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  20. Pass50,722 miles (+4,592)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    50,722 miles
    Test number
    767976041010
    • NoteCondinsation in os head lamp
    • NoteNsr metal brake pipe corroded over tank

  21. Pass46,130 miles (+973)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    46,130 miles
    Test number
    822365750086
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass45,157 miles (+3,188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    45,157 miles
    Test number
    441266759044
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass41,969 miles (+4,646)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    41,969 miles
    Test number
    800467258051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass37,323 miles (+6,238)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    37,323 miles
    Test number
    491182857007
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  25. Pass31,085 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    31,085 miles
    Test number
    514436846083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear registration plate deteriorating

Questions about T128 SPM

Does T128 SPM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T128 SPM expired on 16 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T128 SPM?
The MOT on T128 SPM expired on 16 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T128 SPM done?
T128 SPM was recorded at 139,508 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2023, an average of 6,347 miles a year.
Has T128 SPM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T128 SPM has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T128 SPM 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 SPM find?
T128 SPM passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2023 with 4 advisories: front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front inner steering linkage ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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