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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T186 SPHMOT history

T186 SPH is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 221,317 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jan 2023
Mileage
221,317 mi
At MOT on 28 Dec 2021
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,263 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T186 SPH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T186 SPH was last recorded at 221,317 miles on 28 Dec 2021, 2,839 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Jul 2016: 128,534 miles, lower than 175,936 miles on 8 Jul 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
218,478 miles · 14 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
2,839 miles
Average per year
9,263 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 221,317 miles
  • 2019 – 210,321 miles
  • 2018 – 201,303 miles
  • 2017 – 191,418 miles
  • 2016 – 128,534 miles
  • 2015 – 175,936 miles
  • 2014 – 166,889 miles
  • 2013 – 158,104 miles
  • 2012 – 148,589 miles
  • 2011 – 137,867 miles
  • 2010 – 127,528 miles
  • 2009 – 120,151 miles
  • 2008 – 108,053 miles
  • 2007 – 93,731 miles
  • 2005 – 69,897 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass221,317 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.

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2005–2008

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass221,317 miles (+2,839)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    221,317 miles
    Test number
    590444018001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass218,478 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    218,478 miles
    Test number
    800003720082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail218,411 miles (+8,090)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,411 miles
    Test number
    435482184115
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass210,321 miles (+9,018)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    210,321 miles
    Test number
    588778959925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass201,303 miles (+9,885)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    201,303 miles
    Test number
    121750578022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass191,418 miles (+62,884)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    191,418 miles
    Test number
    530473137650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass128,534 miles (-47,402)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    128,534 miles
    Test number
    326930300466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass175,936 miles (+9,047)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    175,936 miles
    Test number
    438299785184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail166,889 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,889 miles
    Test number
    217807394410
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass166,889 miles (+8,785)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    166,889 miles
    Test number
    669627194167
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass158,104 miles (+9,515)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    158,104 miles
    Test number
    686100703218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • NoteNearside and offside rear 1/4 pannel has slight surface corrosion on wheel arches
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn low
    • NoteOil leak from gear box
    • NoteRear diff leaking oil

  12. Pass148,589 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    148,589 miles
    Test number
    248201902266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear brake discs deteriorated and worn thin
    • NoteRear brake pads worn very close to the min legal limit of 1.5mm

  13. Fail148,589 miles (+10,722)4 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,589 miles
    Test number
    336901502214
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront brake discs deteriorated and worn thin
    • NoteFront brake pads worn very close to the min legal limit of 1.5mm
    • NoteRear brake discs deteriorated and worn thin
    • NoteRear brake pads worn very close to the min legal limit of 1.5mm

  14. Pass137,867 miles (+10,339)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    137,867 miles
    Test number
    825169991109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass127,528 miles (+7,377)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    127,528 miles
    Test number
    863553000220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass120,151 miles (+12,098)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    120,151 miles
    Test number
    784921709209
    • DangerousPropshaft component defective

  17. Pass108,053 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    108,053 miles
    Test number
    863014108258
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail108,053 miles (+154)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,053 miles
    Test number
    842354408200
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail107,899 miles (+14,168)1 failure2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,899 miles
    Test number
    313190908497
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass93,731 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    93,731 miles
    Test number
    231769197179
    • NoteSee advice sheet no.801718197147, issued 17/07/2007

  21. Fail93,727 miles (+23,830)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,727 miles
    Test number
    801718197147
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight damage o/s/f seat belt
    • NoteSlight gearbox oil leak

  22. Pass69,897 miles (+841)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    69,897 miles
    Test number
    702912825200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail69,056 miles1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,056 miles
    Test number
    292062305287
    • DangerousNearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T186 SPH

Does T186 SPH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T186 SPH expired on 13 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T186 SPH?
The MOT on T186 SPH expired on 13 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T186 SPH done?
T186 SPH was recorded at 221,317 miles at its MOT on 28 Dec 2021, an average of 9,263 miles a year.
Has T186 SPH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T186 SPH has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on T186 SPH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Jul 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T186 SPH find?
T186 SPH passed its latest MOT on 28 Dec 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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