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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T130 BYYMOT history

T130 BYY is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 134,910 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Apr 2024
Mileage
134,910 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2023
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,245 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T130 BYY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T130 BYY was last recorded at 134,910 miles on 3 Apr 2023, 46 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Apr 2012: 67,692 miles, lower than 596,647 miles on 25 Apr 2011.

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
134,864 miles · 31 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
46 miles
Average per year
6,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 134,910 miles
  • 2021 – 126,702 miles
  • 2020 – 120,956 miles
  • 2019 – 117,056 miles
  • 2018 – 109,692 miles
  • 2017 – 102,839 miles
  • 2016 – 93,333 miles
  • 2015 – 87,189 miles
  • 2014 – 81,797 miles
  • 2013 – 75,281 miles
  • 2012 – 67,692 miles
  • 2011 – 596,647 miles
  • 2010 – 51,226 miles
  • 2009 – 44,313 miles
  • 2008 – 37,833 miles
  • 2007 – 31,085 miles
  • 2006 – 28,861 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,910 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Coolant light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

31 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,910 miles (+46)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    134,910 miles
    Test number
    775385936722
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail134,864 miles1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,864 miles
    Test number
    147313806232
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail134,864 miles (+8,162)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,864 miles
    Test number
    116154489735
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass126,702 miles (+184)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    126,702 miles
    Test number
    767001568369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail126,518 miles (+5,562)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,518 miles
    Test number
    289846108437
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass120,956 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    120,956 miles
    Test number
    931827711973
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail120,956 miles (+3,900)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,956 miles
    Test number
    799291823381
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass117,056 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    117,056 miles
    Test number
    569100307975
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail117,056 miles (+7,364)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,056 miles
    Test number
    145785205403
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass109,692 miles (+131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    109,692 miles
    Test number
    648450496084
    • AdvisoryCoolant light on

  11. Fail109,561 miles (+6,722)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,561 miles
    Test number
    846847854118
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryCoolant light on
    • AdvisoryOrange oil light on

  12. Pass102,839 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    102,839 miles
    Test number
    383471566467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail102,839 miles (+9,506)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,839 miles
    Test number
    886047894284
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass93,333 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    93,333 miles
    Test number
    519561550940
    • Advisory0/s front track rod inner balljoint- slight play detected
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring view of some testable underside components
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing low
    • AdvisoryRear brake hoses pipe ferrules corroding

  15. Fail93,333 miles (+6,144)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,333 miles
    Test number
    766713475200
    • Repaired at testHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working intermittent (1.1.A.3b)
    • Advisory0/s front track rod inner balljoint- slight play detected
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring view of some testable underside components
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing low
    • AdvisoryRear brake hoses pipe ferrules corroding

  16. Pass87,189 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    87,189 miles
    Test number
    975436075121
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail87,189 miles (+5,392)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,189 miles
    Test number
    605336275139
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass81,797 miles (+96)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    81,797 miles
    Test number
    218218974419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail81,701 miles (+6,420)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,701 miles
    Test number
    875290274138
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  20. Pass75,281 miles (+4)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    75,281 miles
    Test number
    358425533178
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail75,277 miles (+7,585)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,277 miles
    Test number
    785584233104
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail67,692 miles1 dangerous2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,692 miles
    Test number
    249332512133
    • DangerousBoth front tyres are of the ZERO PRESSURE type. NO TPMS Fitted and rears are standard fitment type.
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoot full of baby equipment.
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass67,692 miles (-528,955)1 dangerous1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    67,692 miles
    Test number
    698192212154
    • DangerousBoth front tyres are of the ZERO PRESSURE type. NO TPMS Fitted and rears are standard fitment type.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoot full of baby equipment.
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass596,647 miles (+545,421)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    596,647 miles
    Test number
    285065311425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass51,226 miles (+189)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    51,226 miles
    Test number
    491640310130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail51,037 miles (+6,724)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,037 miles
    Test number
    112996090092
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  27. Pass44,313 miles (+238)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    44,313 miles
    Test number
    774327499060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail44,075 miles (+6,242)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,075 miles
    Test number
    700681899066
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass37,833 miles (+6,748)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    37,833 miles
    Test number
    903130408189
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  30. Pass31,085 miles (+2,224)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    31,085 miles
    Test number
    404302687082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass28,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,861 miles
    Test number
    102000106167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T130 BYY

Does T130 BYY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T130 BYY expired on 2 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T130 BYY?
The MOT on T130 BYY expired on 2 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T130 BYY done?
T130 BYY was recorded at 134,910 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2023, an average of 6,245 miles a year.
Has T130 BYY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T130 BYY has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T130 BYY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Apr 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T130 BYY find?
T130 BYY passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2023 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front oil leak, but not excessive; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 2 more.

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