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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T179 ALRMOT history

T179 ALR is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Dec 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 177,996 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Dec 2024
Mileage
177,996 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,147 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T179 ALR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T179 ALR was last recorded at 177,996 miles on 13 Dec 2023, 2,654 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,342 miles · 3 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
2,654 miles
Average per year
5,147 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 177,996 miles
  • 2022 – 175,342 miles
  • 2021 – 174,340 miles
  • 2020 – 171,590 miles
  • 2019 – 166,802 miles
  • 2018 – 161,289 miles
  • 2017 – 153,890 miles
  • 2016 – 144,857 miles
  • 2015 – 142,412 miles
  • 2014 – 135,818 miles
  • 2013 – 130,858 miles
  • 2012 – 123,282 miles
  • 2011 – 115,679 miles
  • 2010 – 113,360 miles
  • 2009 – 107,292 miles
  • 2008 – 97,196 miles
  • 2007 – 91,878 miles
  • 2006 – 87,776 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,996 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.

  • Brake pad wear indicator light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Fog light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre tread perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Slight corrosion to both front metal brake pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,996 miles (+2,654)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    177,996 miles
    Test number
    947797729414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass175,342 miles (+1,002)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    175,342 miles
    Test number
    720353525156
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass174,340 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    174,340 miles
    Test number
    428067761986
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre tread perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail174,338 miles (+2,748)12 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,338 miles
    Test number
    341913090318
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor at jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis in inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre pressure low
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre tread perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Reverse light not working

  5. Pass171,590 miles (+4,788)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    171,590 miles
    Test number
    174374082464
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass166,802 miles (+5,513)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    166,802 miles
    Test number
    597438052940
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear under seal slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front under seal slight corrosion

  7. Pass161,289 miles (+7,399)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    161,289 miles
    Test number
    619075222213
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mount. (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Trailing arm mount bracket. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Trailing arm mount bracket. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear parking brake backing plates corroded.

  8. Pass153,890 miles (+9,033)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    153,890 miles
    Test number
    891874075128
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake backing plates slightly deteriorated by corrosion.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both front. (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion on vehicle underside.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear. (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Pass144,857 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    144,857 miles
    Test number
    622480621982
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to both front metal brake pipes
    • AdvisorySlight play in sliding glands of both front dampers

  10. Fail144,854 miles (+2,442)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,854 miles
    Test number
    453253412225
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 32% (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on main beam both (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower sill area corroded and holed - not within prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wearing low
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to both front metal brake pipes
    • AdvisorySlight play in sliding glands of both front dampers

  11. Pass142,412 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    142,412 miles
    Test number
    604701188533
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear subframe

  12. Fail142,403 miles (+6,585)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,403 miles
    Test number
    206183073688
    • FailureTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play both (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear subframe
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside steering rack end

  13. Pass135,818 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    135,818 miles
    Test number
    448066764252
    • NoteBrake pad wear indicator illuminated
    • NoteSlight corrosion to areas of rear suspension
    • NoteSlight corrosion to both front metal brake pipes

  14. Fail135,818 miles (+4,960)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,818 miles
    Test number
    588206864296
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteBrake pad wear indicator illuminated
    • NoteSlight corrosion to areas of rear suspension
    • NoteSlight corrosion to both front metal brake pipes

  15. Pass130,858 miles (+7,576)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    130,858 miles
    Test number
    279803063266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass123,282 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    123,282 miles
    Test number
    606927882103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail123,281 miles (+7,602)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,281 miles
    Test number
    365576582159
    • FailureFront Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Fail115,679 miles2 repaired10 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,679 miles
    Test number
    226842981499
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteBoth front anti roll bar drop link bushes slightly perished
    • NoteBoth front brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteBoth front coil spring seats slightly corroded
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear bush bonding slightly perished
    • NoteBoth rear brake hose ferrules slightly corroded
    • NoteBoth rear trailing arm bushes slightly deteriated
    • NoteChild seat fitted
    • NoteSlight play nearside rear shock absorber top bush
    • NoteSmall power steering leak
    • NoteWindscreen has a chip in it

  19. Pass115,679 miles (+2,319)10 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    115,679 miles
    Test number
    379272581150
    • NoteBoth front anti roll bar drop link bushes slightly perished
    • NoteBoth front brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteBoth front coil spring seats slightly corroded
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear bush bonding slightly perished
    • NoteBoth rear brake hose ferrules slightly corroded
    • NoteBoth rear trailing arm bushes slightly deteriated
    • NoteChild seat fitted
    • NoteSlight play nearside rear shock absorber top bush
    • NoteSmall power steering leak
    • NoteWindscreen has a chip in it

  20. Pass113,360 miles (+54)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    113,360 miles
    Test number
    751766260152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NotePAS pipe from reservoir slightly leaking

  21. Fail113,306 miles (+6,014)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,306 miles
    Test number
    812591060109
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NotePAS pipe from reservoir slightly leaking
    • NoteUnable to check near side rear seat belt - child seat fitted

  22. Pass107,292 miles (+10,096)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    107,292 miles
    Test number
    923538149141
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail97,196 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,196 miles
    Test number
    154388158164
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass97,196 miles (+5,318)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    97,196 miles
    Test number
    272318058484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass91,878 miles (+4,102)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    91,878 miles
    Test number
    231493157137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass87,776 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    87,776 miles
    Test number
    430314956106
    • 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)

Questions about T179 ALR

Does T179 ALR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T179 ALR expired on 12 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T179 ALR?
The MOT on T179 ALR expired on 12 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T179 ALR done?
T179 ALR was recorded at 177,996 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2023, an average of 5,147 miles a year.
Has T179 ALR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T179 ALR has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T179 ALR 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 T179 ALR find?
T179 ALR passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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