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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T143 TAUMOT history

T143 TAU is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 129,512 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2024
Mileage
129,512 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,498 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T143 TAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T143 TAU was last recorded at 129,512 miles on 3 Oct 2023, 994 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2019.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Feb 2009: 81,329 miles, lower than 106,651 miles on 23 Feb 2008.

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
128,518 miles · 13 Feb 2019
Between the last two tests
994 miles
Average per year
3,498 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 129,512 miles
  • 2019 – 128,518 miles
  • 2017 – 128,181 miles
  • 2016 – 127,677 miles
  • 2015 – 126,692 miles
  • 2014 – 125,202 miles
  • 2013 – 113,692 miles
  • 2012 – 107,781 miles
  • 2011 – 98,806 miles
  • 2010 – 90,627 miles
  • 2009 – 81,329 miles
  • 2008 – 106,651 miles
  • 2007 – 70,581 miles
  • 2006 – 68,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,512 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass129,512 miles (+994)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    129,512 miles
    Test number
    515343932764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass128,518 miles (+337)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    128,518 miles
    Test number
    248926747768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass128,181 miles (+504)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    128,181 miles
    Test number
    116094231555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass127,677 miles (+985)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    127,677 miles
    Test number
    637997948840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail126,692 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,692 miles
    Test number
    227559685489
    • Repaired at testFront Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

  6. Pass126,692 miles (+1,490)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    126,692 miles
    Test number
    559149985193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass125,202 miles (+11,510)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    125,202 miles
    Test number
    205208424410
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on

  8. Pass113,692 miles (+5,911)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    113,692 miles
    Test number
    739742413156
    • NoteFront wish bone rear bushes perished
    • NoteSlight play in both front inner tie rods

  9. Pass107,781 miles (+8,975)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    107,781 miles
    Test number
    146340632166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass98,806 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    98,806 miles
    Test number
    247086921414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp staying on

  11. Fail98,806 miles (+8,179)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,806 miles
    Test number
    946436221173
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp staying on

  12. Pass90,627 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    90,627 miles
    Test number
    404052680034
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail90,623 miles (+9,294)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,623 miles
    Test number
    411549370097
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass81,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    81,329 miles
    Test number
    231717139008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail81,329 miles (-25,322)4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,329 miles
    Test number
    271747339074
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteBrake pipes front to rear corroded unable to fully check due to fuel tank
    • NoteUnable to fully check rear springs

  16. Fail106,651 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,651 miles
    Test number
    630754158012
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCant check rear springs fully

  17. Pass106,651 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    106,651 miles
    Test number
    701854958072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCant check rear springs fully

  18. Pass72,274 miles (+338)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    72,274 miles
    Test number
    180634458036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCant check rear springs fully

  19. Pass71,936 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    71,936 miles
    Test number
    742586638052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail71,936 miles (+1,355)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,936 miles
    Test number
    103566238482
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass70,581 miles (+2,324)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    70,581 miles
    Test number
    620251977180
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass68,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    68,257 miles
    Test number
    714089086096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T143 TAU

Does T143 TAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T143 TAU expired on 2 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T143 TAU?
The MOT on T143 TAU expired on 2 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T143 TAU done?
T143 TAU was recorded at 129,512 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2023, an average of 3,498 miles a year.
Has T143 TAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T143 TAU has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2015.
Has the mileage on T143 TAU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Feb 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T143 TAU find?
T143 TAU passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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