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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T154 EGUMOT history

T154 EGU is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Sept 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 128,240 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Sept 2024
Mileage
128,240 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
876 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T154 EGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T154 EGU was last recorded at 128,240 miles on 29 Sept 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Dec 2014: 174,422 miles, lower than 174,427 miles on 20 Dec 2014.
  • 29 Sept 2023: 128,240 miles, lower than 209,970 miles on 19 Jul 2022.

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
209,970 miles · 19 Jul 2022
Average per year
876 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 128,240 miles
  • 2022 – 209,970 miles
  • 2021 – 205,704 miles
  • 2020 – 198,810 miles
  • 2019 – 198,340 miles
  • 2017 – 198,294 miles
  • 2016 – 192,516 miles
  • 2015 – 184,023 miles
  • 2014 – 174,422 miles
  • 2013 – 162,575 miles
  • 2012 – 156,743 miles
  • 2011 – 152,014 miles
  • 2010 – 143,985 miles
  • 2009 – 138,819 miles
  • 2008 – 133,779 miles
  • 2007 – 124,607 miles
  • 2006 – 113,519 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,240 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,240 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    128,240 miles
    Test number
    890024278770
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  2. FailMileage not read3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    786629937863
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  3. Pass209,970 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    209,970 miles
    Test number
    957244145854
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail209,970 miles (+4,266)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,970 miles
    Test number
    679530821317
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass205,704 miles (+6,894)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    205,704 miles
    Test number
    597484306190
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Sound deadening material not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass198,810 miles (+470)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    198,810 miles
    Test number
    466884742456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass198,340 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    198,340 miles
    Test number
    306992688489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail198,294 miles (+5,778)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,294 miles
    Test number
    181454822434
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  9. Pass192,516 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    192,516 miles
    Test number
    258095390784
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin ALL (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail192,516 miles (+8,493)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,516 miles
    Test number
    276103899227
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin ALL (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass184,023 miles (+9,601)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    184,023 miles
    Test number
    476323071768
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass174,422 miles (-5)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    174,422 miles
    Test number
    679846154332
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail174,427 miles (+11,852)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,427 miles
    Test number
    995004454310
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass162,575 miles (+193)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    162,575 miles
    Test number
    266017723336
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail162,382 miles (+5,639)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,382 miles
    Test number
    387509513337
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass156,743 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    156,743 miles
    Test number
    429253452327
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail156,743 miles (+4,729)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,743 miles
    Test number
    565880152361
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass152,014 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    152,014 miles
    Test number
    368585751310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail151,985 miles (+8,000)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,985 miles
    Test number
    657951251388
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail143,985 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,985 miles
    Test number
    542587650358
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass143,985 miles (+5,166)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    143,985 miles
    Test number
    560727950320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass138,819 miles (+5,040)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    138,819 miles
    Test number
    464256649480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass133,779 miles (+9,172)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    133,779 miles
    Test number
    370324338344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass124,607 miles (+11,088)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    124,607 miles
    Test number
    494218927453
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass113,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    113,519 miles
    Test number
    392245346314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T154 EGU

Does T154 EGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T154 EGU expired on 28 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T154 EGU?
The MOT on T154 EGU expired on 28 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T154 EGU done?
T154 EGU was recorded at 128,240 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2023, an average of 876 miles a year.
Has T154 EGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T154 EGU has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T154 EGU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 22 Dec 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T154 EGU find?
T154 EGU passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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