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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T159 TBVMOT history

T159 TBV is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 26 MOT tests, with 115,565 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
115,565 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
13 passed · 13 failed
Per year
1,176 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T159 TBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T159 TBV was last recorded at 115,565 miles on 21 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Feb 2026: 115,565 miles, lower than 246,658 miles on 20 Jul 2024.

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
246,658 miles · 20 Jul 2024
Average per year
1,176 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,565 miles
  • 2024 – 246,658 miles
  • 2023 – 204,695 miles
  • 2016 – 201,421 miles
  • 2015 – 200,927 miles
  • 2014 – 187,767 miles
  • 2013 – 173,438 miles
  • 2012 – 162,524 miles
  • 2011 – 155,700 miles
  • 2009 – 149,621 miles
  • 2008 – 133,625 miles
  • 2007 – 117,119 miles
  • 2006 – 107,380 miles
  • 2005 – 91,581 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,565 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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2015

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

    Failure4 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,565 miles (-131,093)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    115,565 miles
    Test number
    509169965600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass246,658 miles (+41,963)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    246,658 miles
    Test number
    692039447369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass204,695 miles (+70)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    204,695 miles
    Test number
    286889381702
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive radiator residue of coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMultiple suspension components corroded

  4. Fail204,625 miles (+3,204)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,625 miles
    Test number
    908743250590
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass201,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    201,421 miles
    Test number
    343263438327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail201,421 miles (+494)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,421 miles
    Test number
    329635901369
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  7. Fail200,927 miles (+13,160)1 dangerous13 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,927 miles
    Test number
    216335975120
    • DangerousN/s/front floor corrosion
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass187,767 miles (+1,139)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    187,767 miles
    Test number
    749621974117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail186,628 miles (+13,190)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,628 miles
    Test number
    327628514167
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailurePower steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass173,438 miles (+260)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    173,438 miles
    Test number
    146446503148
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail173,178 miles (+10,654)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,178 miles
    Test number
    676309793024
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass162,524 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    162,524 miles
    Test number
    286544202496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail162,520 miles (+6,820)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,520 miles
    Test number
    956793902176
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  14. Pass155,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    155,700 miles
    Test number
    236952801417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail155,700 miles (+6,079)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,700 miles
    Test number
    949351501117
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass149,621 miles (+15,996)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    149,621 miles
    Test number
    622643849321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass133,625 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    133,625 miles
    Test number
    240403038376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail133,622 miles (+40)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,622 miles
    Test number
    414150938324
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • 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)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

  19. Fail133,582 miles (+217)8 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,582 miles
    Test number
    411467728354
    • FailureFront Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

  20. Fail133,365 miles (+967)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,365 miles
    Test number
    453308218411
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Fail132,398 miles (+15,279)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,398 miles
    Test number
    541067898253
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass117,119 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    117,119 miles
    Test number
    450126517405
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail117,119 miles (+9,739)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,119 miles
    Test number
    810254117342
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass107,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    107,380 miles
    Test number
    543791516386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail107,380 miles (+15,799)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,380 miles
    Test number
    464143706366
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  26. Pass91,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    91,581 miles
    Test number
    554862975203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T159 TBV

Does T159 TBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T159 TBV is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T159 TBV?
The MOT on T159 TBV is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T159 TBV done?
T159 TBV was recorded at 115,565 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2026, an average of 1,176 miles a year.
Has T159 TBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T159 TBV has failed 13 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T159 TBV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Feb 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T159 TBV find?
T159 TBV passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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