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Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T165 CBYMOT history

T165 CBY is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Mar 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 90,810 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Mar 2025
Mileage
90,810 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,630 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T165 CBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T165 CBY was last recorded at 90,810 miles on 23 Mar 2024, 261 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,549 miles · 4 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
261 miles
Average per year
3,630 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 90,810 miles
  • 2023 – 90,549 miles
  • 2022 – 87,275 miles
  • 2020 – 84,571 miles
  • 2019 – 80,778 miles
  • 2018 – 75,517 miles
  • 2017 – 69,833 miles
  • 2016 – 64,091 miles
  • 2015 – 59,646 miles
  • 2014 – 49,527 miles
  • 2013 – 46,527 miles
  • 2012 – 42,133 miles
  • 2011 – 37,082 miles
  • 2010 – 35,411 miles
  • 2009 – 33,086 miles
  • 2008 – 31,749 miles
  • 2007 – 28,827 miles
  • 2006 – 25,361 miles
  • 2005 – 23,158 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,810 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Heat seal insecure, not likely to fall off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

28 tests since 3 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,810 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    90,810 miles
    Test number
    373495314735
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail90,810 miles (+261)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,810 miles
    Test number
    183742052367
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,549 miles (+3,274)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    90,549 miles
    Test number
    219872821808
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass87,275 miles (+2,704)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    87,275 miles
    Test number
    386175409063
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass84,571 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    84,571 miles
    Test number
    569080810533
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail84,571 miles (+3,793)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,571 miles
    Test number
    242052293854
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass80,778 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    80,778 miles
    Test number
    171503079632
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeat seal insecure, not likely to fall off

  8. Fail80,778 miles (+5,261)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,778 miles
    Test number
    174876275957
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both side front outer (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeat seal insecure, not likely to fall off

  9. Pass75,517 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    75,517 miles
    Test number
    646199023815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,441 miles (+5,608)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,441 miles
    Test number
    109663751613
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/65h15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass69,833 miles (+5,742)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    69,833 miles
    Test number
    782032476827
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass64,091 miles (+4,445)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    64,091 miles
    Test number
    950485582958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    59,646 miles
    Test number
    158653485191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail59,646 miles (+10,119)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,646 miles
    Test number
    385613185185
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  15. Pass49,527 miles (+92)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    49,527 miles
    Test number
    297159294130
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBrake pipe corroded at offside rear (see at side of fuel tank)
    • NoteOffside front and two rear tyres low on treads

  16. Fail49,435 miles (+2,908)4 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,435 miles
    Test number
    718479784144
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCover sills fitted unable to inspect outer sills
    • NoteOff side front tyre split in tread and worn on outer edge
    • NoteOff side rear main brake pipe corroding
    • NoteSlight play detected in steering colum
    • NoteSlight play in off side steering arm inner ball joint

  17. Pass46,527 miles (+4,394)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,527 miles
    Test number
    248279183439
    • NoteFront tyres starting to get low on treads
    • NoteNearside screen wash jet poor (one-of-two)
    • NoteRear brake pipes previously greased- presume corrosion

  18. Pass42,133 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    42,133 miles
    Test number
    989351192135
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated

  19. Fail42,133 miles (+5,051)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,133 miles
    Test number
    288008582128
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated

  20. Pass37,082 miles (+1,671)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    37,082 miles
    Test number
    489602471115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,411 miles (+2,325)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    35,411 miles
    Test number
    850246320398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,086 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    33,086 miles
    Test number
    312902609358
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteN/sf fog lamp lens broken

  23. Fail33,086 miles (+1,337)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,086 miles
    Test number
    461522209362
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteN/sf fog lamp lens broken

  24. Pass31,749 miles (+2,922)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    31,749 miles
    Test number
    470855508396
    • NoteAir bag warning light staying on
    • NoteCovers fitted to both outer sills

  25. Fail28,827 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,827 miles
    Test number
    382655427327
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass28,827 miles (+3,466)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    28,827 miles
    Test number
    612535127378
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Pass25,361 miles (+2,203)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    25,361 miles
    Test number
    541005676277
    • 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)

  28. Pass23,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    23,158 miles
    Test number
    812985515271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T165 CBY

Does T165 CBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T165 CBY expired on 22 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T165 CBY?
The MOT on T165 CBY expired on 22 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T165 CBY done?
T165 CBY was recorded at 90,810 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2024, an average of 3,630 miles a year.
Has T165 CBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T165 CBY has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T165 CBY 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 T165 CBY find?
T165 CBY passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2024 with 2 advisories: brake pad(s) wearing thin all; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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