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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T156 MECMOT history

T156 MEC is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 242,211 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2026
Mileage
242,211 mi
At MOT on 8 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,847 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T156 MEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T156 MEC was last recorded at 242,211 miles on 8 Nov 2025, 45 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
242,166 miles · 9 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
45 miles
Average per year
4,847 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 242,211 miles
  • 2023 – 242,166 miles
  • 2022 – 239,939 miles
  • 2019 – 231,625 miles
  • 2018 – 229,096 miles
  • 2017 – 227,605 miles
  • 2015 – 223,462 miles
  • 2014 – 214,292 miles
  • 2013 – 206,275 miles
  • 2012 – 199,691 miles
  • 2011 – 190,484 miles
  • 2009 – 182,492 miles
  • 2008 – 174,859 miles
  • 2007 – 162,433 miles
  • 2006 – 147,258 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass242,211 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryUnder the car corroded

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner sill forward of welded area (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front bumper loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass242,211 miles (+45)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    242,211 miles
    Test number
    451879148357
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder the car corroded

  2. Fail242,166 miles (+2,227)9 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,166 miles
    Test number
    234866616413
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting side sils holed and rusted (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working side door (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting side sils holed and rusted (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass239,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    239,939 miles
    Test number
    263099608555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    903756512071
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. FailMileage not read1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    227271378243
    • DangerousFront Suspension arm likely to become detached both side (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Track rod end seriously misaligned both side (2.1.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass231,625 miles (+2,529)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    231,625 miles
    Test number
    144791351328
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass229,096 miles (+1,491)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    229,096 miles
    Test number
    374829685714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass227,605 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    227,605 miles
    Test number
    223320981688
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner sill forward of welded area (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail227,600 miles (+4,138)1 dangerous6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,600 miles
    Test number
    545398686583
    • DangerousInsulation rubbing on propshaft could cause fire
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits lamba too low (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive too high (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner sill forward of welded area (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass223,462 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    223,462 miles
    Test number
    397923825765
    • AdvisoryFront bumper loose
    • AdvisoryMovement in both front lower wishbones rear bushes

  11. Fail223,442 miles (+31)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,442 miles
    Test number
    836797158587
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront bumper loose
    • AdvisoryMovement in both front lower wishbones rear bushes

  12. Fail223,411 miles (+9,119)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,411 miles
    Test number
    153234356286
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill area corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTop radiator hose blew during emissions test

  13. Pass214,292 miles (+8,017)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    214,292 miles
    Test number
    538482114275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass206,275 miles (+6,584)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    206,275 miles
    Test number
    226417353472
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass199,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    199,691 miles
    Test number
    146572992131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail199,691 miles (+9,207)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,691 miles
    Test number
    225372592197
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass190,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    190,484 miles
    Test number
    287377881432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail190,483 miles (+7,991)5 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,483 miles
    Test number
    747287681107
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteAdvise n/s/r indicator lens cracked
    • NoteAdvise rear shock absorber dust covers loose
    • NoteAdvise rear tyres wearing low
    • NoteBonnet not opening

  19. Pass182,492 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    182,492 miles
    Test number
    611939529175
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs appear worn
    • NoteFront brake pads low 2mm approx
    • NoteRear brake pads low 2mm approx

  20. Fail182,492 miles (+7,633)3 dangerous3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,492 miles
    Test number
    260957029196
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs appear worn
    • NoteFront brake pads low 2mm approx
    • NoteRear brake pads low 2mm approx

  21. Pass174,859 miles (+12,426)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    174,859 miles
    Test number
    433919018116
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass162,433 miles (+15,175)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    162,433 miles
    Test number
    254325597033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass147,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    147,258 miles
    Test number
    994547796055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T156 MEC

Does T156 MEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T156 MEC is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T156 MEC?
The MOT on T156 MEC is valid until 7 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T156 MEC done?
T156 MEC was recorded at 242,211 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2025, an average of 4,847 miles a year.
Has T156 MEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T156 MEC has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on T156 MEC 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 T156 MEC find?
T156 MEC passed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side; under the car corroded.

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