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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T140 SPKMOT history

T140 SPK is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2022 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 173,213 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2022
Mileage
173,213 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2021
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,727 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T140 SPK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T140 SPK was last recorded at 173,213 miles on 4 Nov 2021, 219 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,994 miles · 26 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
219 miles
Average per year
4,727 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 173,213 miles
  • 2019 – 170,004 miles
  • 2017 – 158,057 miles
  • 2015 – 154,089 miles
  • 2014 – 153,407 miles
  • 2013 – 148,351 miles
  • 2012 – 141,380 miles
  • 2011 – 134,168 miles
  • 2010 – 125,968 miles
  • 2009 – 112,583 miles
  • 2008 – 112,311 miles
  • 2007 – 106,092 miles
  • 2005 – 98,229 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,213 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2005–2013

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 24 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,213 miles (+219)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    173,213 miles
    Test number
    132027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail172,994 miles (+2,990)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    172,994 miles
    Test number
    15135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass170,004 miles (+11,947)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    170,004 miles
    Test number
    921473631804
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension has surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnderbody has general corrosion

  4. Pass158,057 miles (+3,968)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    158,057 miles
    Test number
    18714083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass154,089 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    154,089 miles
    Test number
    837921438001
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  6. Fail154,088 miles (+681)10 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,088 miles
    Test number
    979284081185
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  7. Pass153,407 miles (+5,056)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    153,407 miles
    Test number
    576503024246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  8. Pass148,351 miles (+6,971)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    148,351 miles
    Test number
    368077023499
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  9. Pass141,380 miles (+7,212)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    141,380 miles
    Test number
    288450032217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass134,168 miles (+8,200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    134,168 miles
    Test number
    245971831280
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass125,968 miles (+230)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    125,968 miles
    Test number
    763341080228
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Fail125,738 miles (+13,155)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,738 miles
    Test number
    161905070270
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass112,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    112,583 miles
    Test number
    522865489236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail112,583 miles (+272)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,583 miles
    Test number
    943973679201
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  15. Pass112,311 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    112,311 miles
    Test number
    942491178009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail112,311 miles (+6,219)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,311 miles
    Test number
    672030678076
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass106,092 miles (+7,863)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    106,092 miles
    Test number
    181207067082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass98,229 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    98,229 miles
    Test number
    414518255319
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail98,229 miles6 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,229 miles
    Test number
    952268255376
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T140 SPK

Does T140 SPK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T140 SPK expired on 3 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T140 SPK?
The MOT on T140 SPK expired on 3 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T140 SPK done?
T140 SPK was recorded at 173,213 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2021, an average of 4,727 miles a year.
Has T140 SPK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T140 SPK has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T140 SPK 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 T140 SPK find?
T140 SPK passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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