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BMW M3

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,201 cc

T151 TNFMOT history

T151 TNF is a blue petrol BMW M3 first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 57,984 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
57,984 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
333 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T151 TNF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,201 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T151 TNF was last recorded at 57,984 miles on 7 May 2026, 152 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Jun 2009: 52,776 miles, lower than 53,537 miles on 5 Mar 2009.

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
57,832 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
152 miles
Average per year
333 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,984 miles
  • 2024 – 57,832 miles
  • 2023 – 57,690 miles
  • 2022 – 57,192 miles
  • 2021 – 56,876 miles
  • 2020 – 56,770 miles
  • 2019 – 56,421 miles
  • 2018 – 56,279 miles
  • 2017 – 55,859 miles
  • 2016 – 55,811 miles
  • 2015 – 55,607 miles
  • 2013 – 55,377 miles
  • 2011 – 55,323 miles
  • 2010 – 54,905 miles
  • 2009 – 52,776 miles
  • 2008 – 52,435 miles
  • 2006 – 51,446 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,984 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside headlight has water ingress
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,984 miles (+152)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    57,984 miles
    Test number
    573680576276
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight has water ingress
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass57,832 miles (+142)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    57,832 miles
    Test number
    373535582591
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass57,690 miles (+498)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    57,690 miles
    Test number
    377101096790
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all 4 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured multiple (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass57,192 miles (+316)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    57,192 miles
    Test number
    290463067834
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass56,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    56,876 miles
    Test number
    502852598363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail56,876 miles (+106)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,876 miles
    Test number
    139898324483
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass56,770 miles (+349)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    56,770 miles
    Test number
    384369145393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    56,421 miles
    Test number
    101654201927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail56,421 miles (+142)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,421 miles
    Test number
    425674018137
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass56,279 miles (+420)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    56,279 miles
    Test number
    391966917126
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded and main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront o/s headlamp has condensation inside

  11. Pass55,859 miles (+48)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    55,859 miles
    Test number
    543980269895
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded main and rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded main (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 pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront blades deteriorated

  12. Pass55,811 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    55,811 miles
    Test number
    110303842244
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced water in lens (1.7.5a)

  13. Fail55,811 miles (+204)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,811 miles
    Test number
    596645088540
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose inappropriately repaired not secure in mounting (3.6.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced water in lens (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass55,607 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    55,607 miles
    Test number
    138387955465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail55,601 miles (+224)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,601 miles
    Test number
    905530955050
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass55,377 miles (+54)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    55,377 miles
    Test number
    446548973040
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteO/s/r tyre low tread and cracking on the edges

  17. Fail55,323 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,323 miles
    Test number
    245121721276
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in both front steering rack ends

  18. Pass55,323 miles (+418)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    55,323 miles
    Test number
    498301121261
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in both front steering rack ends

  19. Pass54,905 miles (+2,129)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    54,905 miles
    Test number
    134223380189
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge

  20. Pass52,776 miles (-761)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    52,776 miles
    Test number
    664527279132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail53,537 miles (+1,102)6 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,537 miles
    Test number
    411774569053
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • NotePlay in both rack ends

  22. Pass52,435 miles (+989)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    52,435 miles
    Test number
    604783058047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f anti roll bar linkage ball joint boot split

  23. Pass51,446 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    51,446 miles
    Test number
    690701566257
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T151 TNF

Does T151 TNF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T151 TNF is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T151 TNF?
The MOT on T151 TNF is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T151 TNF done?
T151 TNF was recorded at 57,984 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 333 miles a year.
Has T151 TNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T151 TNF has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T151 TNF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Jun 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T151 TNF find?
T151 TNF passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 5 advisories: front power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside headlight has water ingress, and 2 more.

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