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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T133 XAXMOT history

T133 XAX is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 77,706 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
77,706 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,099 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T133 XAX
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T133 XAX was last recorded at 77,706 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 5,417 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Sept 2025: 72,289 miles, lower than 77,289 miles on 15 Sept 2025.

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
72,289 miles · 17 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,417 miles
Average per year
2,099 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,706 miles
  • 2025 – 72,289 miles
  • 2024 – 76,768 miles
  • 2023 – 75,635 miles
  • 2022 – 73,216 miles
  • 2021 – 69,765 miles
  • 2020 – 65,513 miles
  • 2019 – 60,967 miles
  • 2018 – 56,012 miles
  • 2017 – 49,420 miles
  • 2016 – 45,702 miles
  • 2015 – 42,435 miles
  • 2014 – 39,645 miles
  • 2013 – 38,518 miles
  • 2012 – 38,087 miles
  • 2011 – 37,556 miles
  • 2010 – 37,347 miles
  • 2009 – 37,038 miles
  • 2008 – 36,451 miles
  • 2007 – 35,772 miles
  • 2006 – 34,709 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,706 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.

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

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass77,706 miles (+5,417)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    77,706 miles
    Test number
    926812986320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass72,289 miles (-5,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    72,289 miles
    Test number
    821639165094
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail77,289 miles (+521)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,289 miles
    Test number
    508768632843
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass76,768 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    76,768 miles
    Test number
    270416700115
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front And Rear Pipes Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail76,768 miles (+1,133)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,768 miles
    Test number
    684964730997
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front And Rear Pipes Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass75,635 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    75,635 miles
    Test number
    240851485009
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail75,632 miles (+2,416)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,632 miles
    Test number
    786419692761
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres heavy cracks and perishing but no ply or cord exposed . (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipe and hoses joints heavy corroded
    • AdvisoryAll exhaust system heavy corroded and rear back box has a minor leak
    • AdvisoryFront and rear shocks and coils spring heavy corroded but still secure no leak
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear heatshield slight damaged but still secure
    • AdvisoryUnderside the vehicle suspension area corroded

  8. Pass73,216 miles (+3,451)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    73,216 miles
    Test number
    912154513229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass69,765 miles (+4,252)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    69,765 miles
    Test number
    449604831775
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass65,513 miles (+55)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    65,513 miles
    Test number
    167882825911
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail65,458 miles (+4,491)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,458 miles
    Test number
    354908209273
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Pass60,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    60,967 miles
    Test number
    998006992026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail60,967 miles (+4,955)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,967 miles
    Test number
    195249140081
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  14. Pass56,012 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    56,012 miles
    Test number
    381979518562
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Fail56,012 miles (+6,592)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,012 miles
    Test number
    732454670143
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  16. Pass49,420 miles (+3,718)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    49,420 miles
    Test number
    704853236453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,702 miles (+3,267)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    45,702 miles
    Test number
    741113953770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,435 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    42,435 miles
    Test number
    758230345139
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail42,435 miles (+2,790)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,435 miles
    Test number
    897330145130
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass39,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    39,645 miles
    Test number
    187382244144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail39,645 miles (+1,127)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,645 miles
    Test number
    745509824174
    • DangerousExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • DangerousExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  22. Pass38,518 miles (+431)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    38,518 miles
    Test number
    655392303145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,087 miles (+531)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    38,087 miles
    Test number
    329679862091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass37,556 miles (+209)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    37,556 miles
    Test number
    116164681073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,347 miles (+309)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    37,347 miles
    Test number
    292239080038
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorated

  26. Pass37,038 miles (+21)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    37,038 miles
    Test number
    464034089006
    • NoteNearside rear tyre starting to deteriorate in tread
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to deteriorate in tread
    • NoteRear number plate starting to deteriorate

  27. Fail37,017 miles (+566)5 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,017 miles
    Test number
    814747379057
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteCondensation in nearside headlight
    • NoteCondensation in offside head;light
    • NoteNearside rear tyre starting to deteriorate in tread
    • NoteOffside rear tyre starting to deteriorate in tread
    • NoteRear number plate starting to deteriorate

  28. Fail36,451 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,451 miles
    Test number
    191485098065
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  29. Pass36,451 miles (+679)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    36,451 miles
    Test number
    841975998022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass35,772 miles (+1,063)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    35,772 miles
    Test number
    821896187084
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracked in tread pattern and sidewalls

  31. Pass34,709 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,709 miles
    Test number
    734802386043
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Questions about T133 XAX

Does T133 XAX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T133 XAX is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T133 XAX?
The MOT on T133 XAX is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T133 XAX done?
T133 XAX was recorded at 77,706 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 2,099 miles a year.
Has T133 XAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T133 XAX has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T133 XAX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Sept 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T133 XAX find?
T133 XAX passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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