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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T131 ABMMOT history

T131 ABM is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 92,114 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2025
Mileage
92,114 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2024
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,268 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T131 ABM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T131 ABM was last recorded at 92,114 miles on 4 Nov 2024, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,100 miles · 25 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
2,268 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 92,114 miles
  • 2023 – 90,593 miles
  • 2022 – 88,914 miles
  • 2021 – 87,248 miles
  • 2020 – 86,076 miles
  • 2019 – 84,274 miles
  • 2018 – 82,624 miles
  • 2017 – 79,759 miles
  • 2016 – 76,782 miles
  • 2015 – 75,051 miles
  • 2014 – 72,817 miles
  • 2013 – 71,139 miles
  • 2012 – 69,794 miles
  • 2011 – 66,721 miles
  • 2010 – 63,176 miles
  • 2009 – 61,878 miles
  • 2008 – 58,968 miles
  • 2007 – 55,094 miles
  • 2006 – 51,404 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,114 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Underbody has general corrosion

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Suspension rod ball joint has slight play steering arm

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear body has surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

31 tests since 23 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,114 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    92,114 miles
    Test number
    128792101221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail92,100 miles (+1,507)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,100 miles
    Test number
    676199310398
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass90,593 miles (+1,679)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    90,593 miles
    Test number
    508071727700
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body has surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody has general corrosion

  4. Pass88,914 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    88,914 miles
    Test number
    405966426305
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody has general corrosion

  5. Fail88,913 miles (+1,665)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,913 miles
    Test number
    461569796801
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody has general corrosion

  6. Pass87,248 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    87,248 miles
    Test number
    911646161887
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body has surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake has low effort
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody has general corrosion

  7. Fail87,246 miles (+1,170)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,246 miles
    Test number
    290176265048
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body has surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake has low effort
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody has general corrosion

  8. Pass86,076 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    86,076 miles
    Test number
    668574193436
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension rod ball joint has slight play steering arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody has general corrosion

  9. Fail86,071 miles (+1,797)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,071 miles
    Test number
    827526280095
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension rod ball joint has slight play steering arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody has general corrosion

  10. Pass84,274 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    84,274 miles
    Test number
    889296185514
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension rod ball joint has slight play steering arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail84,272 miles (+1,648)3 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,272 miles
    Test number
    192591154591
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension rod ball joint has slight play steering arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass82,624 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    82,624 miles
    Test number
    737351373933
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension rod ball joint has slight play steering arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail82,624 miles (+2,865)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,624 miles
    Test number
    385928436240
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension rod ball joint has slight play steering arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass79,759 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    79,759 miles
    Test number
    490128625634
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp misty and lens cracked
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches corrded
    • AdvisoryWipers deteriorated

  15. Fail79,759 miles (+2,977)2 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,759 miles
    Test number
    630760802864
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp misty and lens cracked
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches corrded
    • AdvisoryWipers deteriorated

  16. Pass76,782 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    76,782 miles
    Test number
    915737978196
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door intermittently sticks closed
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  17. Fail76,781 miles (+1,730)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,781 miles
    Test number
    486685822463
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door intermittently sticks closed
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  18. Pass75,051 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    75,051 miles
    Test number
    858574883420
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn low
    • AdvisoryFront tyre worn unevenly

  19. Fail75,051 miles (+2,234)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,051 miles
    Test number
    991930977176
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush marked (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn low
    • AdvisoryFront tyre worn unevenly

  20. Pass72,817 miles (+1,678)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    72,817 miles
    Test number
    926548814359
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBrake hose ferrules corroded
    • NoteH/lamps have condensation
    • NoteN/s/r wheel damaged
    • NoteWasher jets could be more powerful and are incorrectly adjusted

  21. Pass71,139 miles (+1,345)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    71,139 miles
    Test number
    428895623412
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake hose ferrules corroded
    • NoteCondensation in headlamps
    • NoteExhaust heat shield loose

  22. Pass69,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    69,794 miles
    Test number
    318546922365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail69,794 miles (+3,073)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,794 miles
    Test number
    657946122356
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass66,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    66,721 miles
    Test number
    267223031316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail66,721 miles (+3,545)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,721 miles
    Test number
    156113231377
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass63,176 miles (+1,298)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    63,176 miles
    Test number
    273056710360
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  27. Pass61,878 miles (+2,910)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    61,878 miles
    Test number
    881062539350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass58,968 miles (+3,874)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    58,968 miles
    Test number
    950833338334
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass55,094 miles (+3,690)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    55,094 miles
    Test number
    384108827346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass51,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    51,404 miles
    Test number
    942804636350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail51,404 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,404 miles
    Test number
    684287726349
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T131 ABM

Does T131 ABM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T131 ABM expired on 3 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T131 ABM?
The MOT on T131 ABM expired on 3 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T131 ABM done?
T131 ABM was recorded at 92,114 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2024, an average of 2,268 miles a year.
Has T131 ABM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T131 ABM has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T131 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 T131 ABM find?
T131 ABM passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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