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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T141 DETMOT history

T141 DET is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Jan 2021 and it has passed 13 of 24 MOT tests, with 138,793 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jan 2021
Mileage
138,793 mi
At MOT on 7 Jun 2023
MOT tests
24
13 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,369 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T141 DET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jan 2021
Latest MOT test
7 Jun 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T141 DET was last recorded at 138,793 miles on 7 Jun 2023, 6,706 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,087 miles · 5 Jul 2019
Between the last two tests
6,706 miles
Average per year
4,369 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 138,793 miles
  • 2019 – 132,087 miles
  • 2018 – 128,239 miles
  • 2017 – 123,812 miles
  • 2016 – 122,191 miles
  • 2014 – 118,355 miles
  • 2013 – 111,522 miles
  • 2012 – 102,399 miles
  • 2011 – 98,967 miles
  • 2010 – 92,530 miles
  • 2009 – 86,093 miles
  • 2008 – 80,840 miles
  • 2007 – 70,038 miles
  • 2006 – 65,629 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail138,793 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail138,793 miles (+6,706)1 dangerous23 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,793 miles
    Test number
    924427471901
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass132,087 miles (+2)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    132,087 miles
    Test number
    269210376738
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail132,085 miles (+3,846)2 dangerous8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,085 miles
    Test number
    956984989160
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass128,239 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    128,239 miles
    Test number
    914600664220
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to all jacking points
  5. Fail128,239 miles (+4,427)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,239 miles
    Test number
    803775009418
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to all jacking points
  6. Pass123,812 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    123,812 miles
    Test number
    676138063781
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAll jacking points corroded
    • AdvisoryDashboard intermittently illuminating
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
  7. Fail123,812 miles (+1,621)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,812 miles
    Test number
    321038980718
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAll jacking points corroded
    • AdvisoryDashboard intermittently illuminating
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
  8. Pass122,191 miles (+3,836)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    122,191 miles
    Test number
    924286319567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,355 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    118,355 miles
    Test number
    677035014137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  10. Fail118,341 miles (+6,819)8 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,341 miles
    Test number
    519757994044
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  11. Pass111,522 miles (+9,123)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    111,522 miles
    Test number
    869366583084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass102,399 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    102,399 miles
    Test number
    999583382024
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  13. Fail102,396 miles (+3,429)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,396 miles
    Test number
    127639872012
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  14. Pass98,967 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    98,967 miles
    Test number
    389553281080
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail98,952 miles (+8)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,952 miles
    Test number
    137362281074
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  16. Fail98,944 miles (+6,414)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,944 miles
    Test number
    267743071018
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  17. Pass92,530 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    92,530 miles
    Test number
    580886240043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail92,499 miles (+6,406)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,499 miles
    Test number
    493510740094
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
  19. Pass86,093 miles (+5,253)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    86,093 miles
    Test number
    241210479002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass80,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    80,840 miles
    Test number
    272922778420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail80,836 miles (+10,798)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,836 miles
    Test number
    162832478124
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
  22. Pass70,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    70,038 miles
    Test number
    260668007243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail70,038 miles (+4,409)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,038 miles
    Test number
    252348307262
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)
  24. Pass65,629 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    65,629 miles
    Test number
    332170756495
    • NoteSlight play off side steering rack

Questions about T141 DET

Does T141 DET currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T141 DET expired on 4 Jan 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T141 DET?
The MOT on T141 DET expired on 4 Jan 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T141 DET done?
T141 DET was recorded at 138,793 miles at its MOT on 7 Jun 2023, an average of 4,369 miles a year.
Has T141 DET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T141 DET has failed 11 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T141 DET 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 T141 DET find?
T141 DET failed its latest MOT on 7 Jun 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 23 major defects and 5 advisories: offside front inner tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside front brake hose excessively deteriorated, and 26 more.

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