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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T172 SPGMOT history

T172 SPG is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 22 of 26 MOT tests, with 207,938 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
207,938 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
22 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,696 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T172 SPG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T172 SPG was last recorded at 207,938 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 2,415 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
205,523 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,415 miles
Average per year
6,696 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 207,938 miles
  • 2025 – 205,523 miles
  • 2024 – 203,370 miles
  • 2023 – 198,424 miles
  • 2022 – 193,447 miles
  • 2021 – 189,882 miles
  • 2020 – 188,614 miles
  • 2019 – 181,442 miles
  • 2018 – 172,560 miles
  • 2017 – 163,507 miles
  • 2016 – 153,570 miles
  • 2015 – 143,584 miles
  • 2014 – 133,658 miles
  • 2013 – 123,158 miles
  • 2012 – 115,428 miles
  • 2011 – 108,530 miles
  • 2010 – 103,249 miles
  • 2009 – 94,742 miles
  • 2008 – 87,979 miles
  • 2007 – 80,762 miles
  • 2006 – 74,523 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass207,938 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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass207,938 miles (+2,415)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    207,938 miles
    Test number
    730685891641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass205,523 miles (+2,153)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    205,523 miles
    Test number
    182363625882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass203,370 miles (+4,946)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    203,370 miles
    Test number
    604386106732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass198,424 miles (+4,977)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    198,424 miles
    Test number
    840541238014
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass193,447 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    193,447 miles
    Test number
    318688798664
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail193,441 miles (+3,559)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,441 miles
    Test number
    168313308430
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass189,882 miles (+1,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    189,882 miles
    Test number
    923824001003
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass188,614 miles (+7,172)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    188,614 miles
    Test number
    737908311500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass181,442 miles (+8,882)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    181,442 miles
    Test number
    660579972034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass172,560 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    172,560 miles
    Test number
    852000961643
    • AdvisoryFront both inner tie rod slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail172,458 miles (+8,951)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,458 miles
    Test number
    817989202594
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering trailing arm (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront both inner tie rod slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass163,507 miles (+9,937)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    163,507 miles
    Test number
    365733138618
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Pass153,570 miles (+9,986)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    153,570 miles
    Test number
    490396360992
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail

  14. Pass143,584 miles (+9,926)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    143,584 miles
    Test number
    658775555005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass133,658 miles (+10,500)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    133,658 miles
    Test number
    369675054050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass123,158 miles (+740)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    123,158 miles
    Test number
    758398573065
    • NoteUnable to view rear coil springs fully

  17. Pass122,418 miles (+6,990)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    122,418 miles
    Test number
    267420753042
    • NoteDamage on o/s/f wing
    • NoteO/s mirrir damaged

  18. Pass115,428 miles (+6,898)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    115,428 miles
    Test number
    685783552041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass108,530 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    108,530 miles
    Test number
    186664051023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail108,526 miles (+5,277)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,526 miles
    Test number
    799632451057
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass103,249 miles (+8,507)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    103,249 miles
    Test number
    180431970485
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front track controll arm bushes perishing.
    • NoteOutersills covered.
    • NoteTested wet.
    • NoteUndertrays fitted.

  22. Pass94,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    94,742 miles
    Test number
    264431659039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail94,740 miles (+6,761)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,740 miles
    Test number
    772601359026
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBody sills covers fitted
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs unable to check fully
    • NoteNearside front mirror missing

  24. Pass87,979 miles (+7,217)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    87,979 miles
    Test number
    460866668062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass80,762 miles (+6,239)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    80,762 miles
    Test number
    430098757074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass74,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    74,523 miles
    Test number
    801759676009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T172 SPG

Does T172 SPG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T172 SPG is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T172 SPG?
The MOT on T172 SPG is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T172 SPG done?
T172 SPG was recorded at 207,938 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 6,696 miles a year.
Has T172 SPG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T172 SPG has failed 4 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T172 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 T172 SPG find?
T172 SPG passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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