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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T169 GNMMOT history

T169 GNM is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2026 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 128,532 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Aug 2026
Mileage
128,532 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2025
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,692 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T169 GNM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T169 GNM was last recorded at 128,532 miles on 11 Aug 2025, 183 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,349 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
183 miles
Average per year
3,692 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 128,532 miles
  • 2024 – 124,427 miles
  • 2023 – 122,135 miles
  • 2022 – 122,093 miles
  • 2019 – 121,177 miles
  • 2018 – 119,196 miles
  • 2017 – 117,290 miles
  • 2016 – 115,304 miles
  • 2015 – 113,045 miles
  • 2014 – 111,403 miles
  • 2013 – 108,861 miles
  • 2012 – 107,200 miles
  • 2011 – 104,539 miles
  • 2010 – 99,933 miles
  • 2009 – 92,674 miles
  • 2008 – 83,171 miles
  • 2007 – 69,164 miles
  • 2006 – 57,240 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,532 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened BENT (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,532 miles (+183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    128,532 miles
    Test number
    942578568750
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened BENT (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail128,349 miles (+3,922)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,349 miles
    Test number
    867548109420
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction SUN STRIP (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases CENTRE TO REAR JOINT (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened BENT (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass124,427 miles (+2,292)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    124,427 miles
    Test number
    641714190847
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass122,135 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    122,135 miles
    Test number
    632431592504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail122,116 miles (+23)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,116 miles
    Test number
    212040640591
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNo idle
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail122,093 miles (+916)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,093 miles
    Test number
    594315078778
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass121,177 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    121,177 miles
    Test number
    463460133464
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering rack (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail121,177 miles (+1,981)4 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,177 miles
    Test number
    812610568632
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering rack (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass119,196 miles (+1,906)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    119,196 miles
    Test number
    195759538765
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses perished
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  10. Pass117,290 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    117,290 miles
    Test number
    953499860346
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear at rear flexys (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Fail117,290 miles (+1,986)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,290 miles
    Test number
    139391737508
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22 inch (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear at rear flexys (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass115,304 miles (+2,259)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    115,304 miles
    Test number
    976772076825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass113,045 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    113,045 miles
    Test number
    419924435157
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteRear springs very rusty

  14. Fail113,045 miles (+1,642)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,045 miles
    Test number
    966344435161
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteRear springs very rusty

  15. Pass111,403 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2015
    Odometer
    111,403 miles
    Test number
    767833434171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail111,403 miles (+2,542)4 failures2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,403 miles
    Test number
    989963534163
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar cracked (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass108,861 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    108,861 miles
    Test number
    329130133195
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Fail108,861 miles (+1,661)6 failures2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,861 miles
    Test number
    397390433171
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass107,200 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    107,200 miles
    Test number
    207634122153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOffside headlight beam fading

  20. Fail107,199 miles (+2,660)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,199 miles
    Test number
    425443822158
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Pass104,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    104,539 miles
    Test number
    488597381018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail104,538 miles (+4,605)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,538 miles
    Test number
    626467681020
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass99,933 miles7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    99,933 miles
    Test number
    953727510153
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s and n/s of steering rack.
    • NoteN/s/f anti-roll bar linkage ball joint gaiter split.
    • NoteO/s/f anti-roll bar linkage ball joint gaiter split.

  24. Fail99,933 miles (+7,259)1 failure7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,933 miles
    Test number
    204347910415
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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 Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s and n/s of steering rack.
    • NoteN/s/f anti-roll bar linkage ball joint gaiter split.
    • NoteO/s/f anti-roll bar linkage ball joint gaiter split.

  25. Pass92,674 miles (+9,503)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    92,674 miles
    Test number
    121787509163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass83,171 miles (+14,007)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    83,171 miles
    Test number
    132814498402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass69,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    69,164 miles
    Test number
    141429687064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail69,164 miles (+11,924)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,164 miles
    Test number
    720779787075
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  29. Pass57,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    57,240 miles
    Test number
    914060316150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T169 GNM

Does T169 GNM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T169 GNM expired on 25 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T169 GNM?
The MOT on T169 GNM expired on 25 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T169 GNM done?
T169 GNM was recorded at 128,532 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2025, an average of 3,692 miles a year.
Has T169 GNM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T169 GNM has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T169 GNM 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 T169 GNM find?
T169 GNM passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2025 with 1 advisory: offside rear suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened bent.

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