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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T138 BBNMOT history

T138 BBN is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Aug 2025 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 114,123 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Aug 2025
Mileage
114,123 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2024
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,760 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T138 BBN
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
7 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T138 BBN was last recorded at 114,123 miles on 20 Aug 2024, 41 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,082 miles · 26 May 2023
Between the last two tests
41 miles
Average per year
2,760 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 114,123 miles
  • 2023 – 114,082 miles
  • 2022 – 112,629 miles
  • 2021 – 110,341 miles
  • 2019 – 107,696 miles
  • 2018 – 105,118 miles
  • 2017 – 103,087 miles
  • 2016 – 98,658 miles
  • 2015 – 94,442 miles
  • 2014 – 90,527 miles
  • 2013 – 86,881 miles
  • 2012 – 83,856 miles
  • 2011 – 80,009 miles
  • 2010 – 77,070 miles
  • 2009 – 71,441 miles
  • 2008 – 68,051 miles
  • 2006 – 64,352 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,123 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2006–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,123 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    114,123 miles
    Test number
    660029665211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass114,082 miles (+1,453)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    114,082 miles
    Test number
    141363655639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass112,629 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    112,629 miles
    Test number
    963911890927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail112,581 miles (+2,240)4 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,581 miles
    Test number
    939438934941
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass110,341 miles (+2,645)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    110,341 miles
    Test number
    887187028294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass107,696 miles (+246)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    107,696 miles
    Test number
    397131805175
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Reversing lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail107,450 miles (+2,332)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,450 miles
    Test number
    777682823156
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s front fog lamp out

  8. Pass105,118 miles (+98)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    105,118 miles
    Test number
    807926504991
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Fail105,020 miles (+1,933)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,020 miles
    Test number
    290174451328
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass103,087 miles (+474)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    103,087 miles
    Test number
    158113504174
    • AdvisoryAux belts perished/cracked
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre slightly worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly chafed both - chafing slightly against handbrake cables (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front tie rod
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Fail102,613 miles (+3,955)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,613 miles
    Test number
    811588521016
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre/rear (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre slightly worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly chafed both - chafing slightly against handbrake cables (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front tie rod
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass98,658 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2017
    Odometer
    98,658 miles
    Test number
    614220339167
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  13. Fail98,658 miles (+4,216)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,658 miles
    Test number
    498800964600
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded anti roll bar mounting point (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner/outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  14. Pass94,442 miles (+216)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    94,442 miles
    Test number
    916405935141
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail94,226 miles (+3,699)9 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,226 miles
    Test number
    276306825102
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass90,527 miles (+97)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    90,527 miles
    Test number
    918790824174
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail90,430 miles (+3,549)9 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,430 miles
    Test number
    506245814128
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator obscured more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear tyres badly perished

  18. Pass86,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    86,881 miles
    Test number
    217434113451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail86,881 miles (+3,025)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,881 miles
    Test number
    817370013130
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass83,856 miles (+8)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    83,856 miles
    Test number
    988618502173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail83,848 miles (+3,839)1 dangerous1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,848 miles
    Test number
    756825102158
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass80,009 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    80,009 miles
    Test number
    639862881049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Fail79,995 miles (+2,925)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,995 miles
    Test number
    727956671055
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass77,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    77,070 miles
    Test number
    171882610459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail77,069 miles (+5,628)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,069 miles
    Test number
    320312510069
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  26. Pass71,441 miles (+3,390)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    71,441 miles
    Test number
    172535869471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass68,051 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    68,051 miles
    Test number
    721583958046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail67,999 miles (+3,647)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,999 miles
    Test number
    504096038067
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

  29. Pass64,352 miles (+145)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    64,352 miles
    Test number
    384161926424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail64,207 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,207 miles
    Test number
    284251206277
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Questions about T138 BBN

Does T138 BBN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T138 BBN expired on 19 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T138 BBN?
The MOT on T138 BBN expired on 19 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T138 BBN done?
T138 BBN was recorded at 114,123 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2024, an average of 2,760 miles a year.
Has T138 BBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T138 BBN has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T138 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 T138 BBN find?
T138 BBN passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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