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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T137 BBNMOT history

T137 BBN is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Jun 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 121,876 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jun 2024
Mileage
121,876 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,543 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T137 BBN
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
7 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T137 BBN was last recorded at 121,876 miles on 6 Jun 2023, 4,842 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,034 miles · 3 May 2022
Between the last two tests
4,842 miles
Average per year
5,543 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 121,876 miles
  • 2022 – 117,034 miles
  • 2020 – 114,472 miles
  • 2019 – 104,294 miles
  • 2018 – 98,389 miles
  • 2016 – 95,461 miles
  • 2015 – 94,282 miles
  • 2014 – 76,559 miles
  • 2012 – 57,677 miles
  • 2011 – 56,899 miles
  • 2010 – 51,935 miles
  • 2009 – 38,590 miles
  • 2008 – 32,166 miles
  • 2007 – 30,588 miles
  • 2006 – 27,311 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,876 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.

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges heavily worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass121,876 miles (+4,842)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    121,876 miles
    Test number
    639982069848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass117,034 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    117,034 miles
    Test number
    400933402201
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint at downpipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output tinted (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear lower sills at jacking points/underfloor chassis rubbed thin vehicle lowered (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    641171528191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass114,472 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    114,472 miles
    Test number
    582833730645
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges heavily worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat blanket fitted to exhaust at fuel tank
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily undersealed

  5. Fail114,471 miles (+10,177)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,471 miles
    Test number
    986622032257
    • DangerousExhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire at fuel tank (6.1.3 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges heavily worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily undersealed

  6. Pass104,294 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    104,294 miles
    Test number
    744067755870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail104,279 miles (+5,890)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,279 miles
    Test number
    149431266956
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass98,389 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    98,389 miles
    Test number
    386355447375
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  9. Fail98,389 miles (+25)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,389 miles
    Test number
    134457114147
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  10. Fail98,364 miles6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,364 miles
    Test number
    434794871074
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  11. Fail98,364 miles (+2,903)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,364 miles
    Test number
    543499900328
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  12. Pass95,461 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    95,461 miles
    Test number
    839959613142
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail95,461 miles (+1,179)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,461 miles
    Test number
    201659066892
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass94,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    94,282 miles
    Test number
    819954888659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail94,281 miles (+5,347)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,281 miles
    Test number
    458756716498
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  16. Pass88,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    88,934 miles
    Test number
    736322265000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail88,934 miles (+12,375)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,934 miles
    Test number
    565002265081
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  18. Pass76,559 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    76,559 miles
    Test number
    989599934058
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Fail76,559 miles (+18,882)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,559 miles
    Test number
    166991634081
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass57,677 miles (+778)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    57,677 miles
    Test number
    166450722360
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass56,899 miles (+4,964)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    56,899 miles
    Test number
    797093141346
    • NoteAirbag light on

  22. Pass51,935 miles (+13,345)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    51,935 miles
    Test number
    823494440392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,590 miles (+6,424)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    38,590 miles
    Test number
    370894959255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,166 miles (+1,578)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    32,166 miles
    Test number
    443759428299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,588 miles (+3,277)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    30,588 miles
    Test number
    723965037178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    27,311 miles
    Test number
    690865536118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T137 BBN

Does T137 BBN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T137 BBN expired on 5 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T137 BBN?
The MOT on T137 BBN expired on 5 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T137 BBN done?
T137 BBN was recorded at 121,876 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2023, an average of 5,543 miles a year.
Has T137 BBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T137 BBN has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on T137 BBN 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 T137 BBN find?
T137 BBN passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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