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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T166 SPGMOT history

T166 SPG is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 May 2019 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 179,907 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 May 2019
Mileage
179,907 mi
At MOT on 5 Jul 2022
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,129 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T166 SPG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 May 2019
Latest MOT test
5 Jul 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T166 SPG was last recorded at 179,907 miles on 5 Jul 2022, 837 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,070 miles · 11 May 2018
Between the last two tests
837 miles
Average per year
6,129 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 179,907 miles
  • 2018 – 179,070 miles
  • 2017 – 175,580 miles
  • 2016 – 166,100 miles
  • 2015 – 158,943 miles
  • 2014 – 152,327 miles
  • 2013 – 145,764 miles
  • 2012 – 139,523 miles
  • 2011 – 132,430 miles
  • 2010 – 126,192 miles
  • 2009 – 120,052 miles
  • 2008 – 108,700 miles
  • 2007 – 86,654 miles
  • 2006 – 79,946 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail179,907 miles
  • MajorEmissions not tested Due to overheating and dumping coolant (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill/Jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNo rear seats or seatbelts fitted due to roll cage fitted
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside front jacking point corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail179,907 miles (+837)12 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,907 miles
    Test number
    345914338725
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to overheating and dumping coolant (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill/jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill/Jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats or seatbelts fitted due to roll cage fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside front jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass179,070 miles (+15)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    179,070 miles
    Test number
    715966707606
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear fuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryAftermarket suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside vehicle
    • AdvisoryJacking points corroded

  3. Fail179,055 miles (+3,475)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,055 miles
    Test number
    980809667207
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just meets required efficiency
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Corrosion by jacking points (2.4.A.3)

  4. Pass175,580 miles (+9,480)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    175,580 miles
    Test number
    321236573903
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  5. Pass166,100 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    166,100 miles
    Test number
    537850979041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail166,099 miles (+7,156)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,099 miles
    Test number
    235551619997
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass158,943 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    158,943 miles
    Test number
    219636705162
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail158,943 miles (+6,616)3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,943 miles
    Test number
    806996505118
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass152,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    152,327 miles
    Test number
    498978214187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail152,327 miles (+6,563)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,327 miles
    Test number
    328068514155
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Pass145,764 miles (+86)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    145,764 miles
    Test number
    579332413137
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges

  12. Fail145,678 miles (+6,155)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,678 miles
    Test number
    729956003153
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edge

  13. Pass139,523 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    139,523 miles
    Test number
    845974292017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail139,514 miles (+7,084)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,514 miles
    Test number
    937803492063
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  15. Pass132,430 miles (+6,238)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    132,430 miles
    Test number
    356117291001
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass126,192 miles (+6,140)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    126,192 miles
    Test number
    520339790064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass120,052 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    120,052 miles
    Test number
    703303789053
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  18. Fail120,052 miles (+11,352)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,052 miles
    Test number
    383689179042
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass108,700 miles (+22,046)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    108,700 miles
    Test number
    392039308146
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass86,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    86,654 miles
    Test number
    113796447028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail86,654 miles (+6,708)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,654 miles
    Test number
    181786147010
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass79,946 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    79,946 miles
    Test number
    233093976022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail79,946 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,946 miles
    Test number
    631163676067
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about T166 SPG

Does T166 SPG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T166 SPG expired on 10 May 2019, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T166 SPG?
The MOT on T166 SPG expired on 10 May 2019. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T166 SPG done?
T166 SPG was recorded at 179,907 miles at its MOT on 5 Jul 2022, an average of 6,129 miles a year.
Has T166 SPG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T166 SPG has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T166 SPG 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 T166 SPG find?
T166 SPG failed its latest MOT on 5 Jul 2022 with 12 major defects and 6 advisories: emissions not tested due to overheating and dumping coolant; nearside front brake hose excessively deteriorated; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 15 more.

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