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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T194 FBWMOT history

T194 FBW is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 May 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 110,121 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 2 May 2023
Mileage
110,121 mi
At MOT on 3 May 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,942 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T194 FBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 May 2023
Latest MOT test
3 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T194 FBW was last recorded at 110,121 miles on 3 May 2022, 2,708 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,413 miles · 13 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
2,708 miles
Average per year
2,942 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 110,121 miles
  • 2021 – 107,413 miles
  • 2020 – 104,930 miles
  • 2018 – 92,602 miles
  • 2017 – 92,602 miles
  • 2016 – 92,288 miles
  • 2015 – 92,280 miles
  • 2014 – 85,605 miles
  • 2013 – 83,882 miles
  • 2012 – 81,116 miles
  • 2011 – 78,338 miles
  • 2010 – 76,788 miles
  • 2009 – 72,932 miles
  • 2008 – 71,655 miles
  • 2007 – 68,468 miles
  • 2006 – 62,819 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,121 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,121 miles (+2,708)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    110,121 miles
    Test number
    783112858975
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  2. Pass107,413 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    107,413 miles
    Test number
    533862863062
    • MinorDirection indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute All (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail107,413 miles (+2,483)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,413 miles
    Test number
    708356713985
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorDirection indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute All (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass104,930 miles (+12,328)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    104,930 miles
    Test number
    286837549718
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play close to limit (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryAir bag warning light come on has gone off

  5. Pass92,602 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    92,602 miles
    Test number
    500056008804
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  6. Pass92,602 miles (+314)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    92,602 miles
    Test number
    521210024906
    • AdvisoryCentral gear box top covers slightly rubbing propshaft
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass92,288 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    92,288 miles
    Test number
    537354822481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Fail92,288 miles (+8)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,288 miles
    Test number
    868516026442
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass92,280 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    92,280 miles
    Test number
    978525135106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail92,280 miles (+6,675)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,280 miles
    Test number
    726263435121
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s front tyre treads worn on inner edge

  11. Pass85,605 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    85,605 miles
    Test number
    436474034135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail85,605 miles (+1,723)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,605 miles
    Test number
    508582634106
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass83,882 miles (+2,766)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    83,882 miles
    Test number
    897726393099
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront wipers slight smearing
    • NoteSlight leak from gearbox

  14. Pass81,116 miles (+2,778)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    81,116 miles
    Test number
    899878982006
    • NoteBoth rear tyres on legal limit of 1.6mm

  15. Pass78,338 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    78,338 miles
    Test number
    606074181063
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail78,335 miles (+1,547)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,335 miles
    Test number
    737434081098
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass76,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    76,788 miles
    Test number
    241691210457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail76,786 miles (+3,854)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,786 miles
    Test number
    393521010116
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

  19. Pass72,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    72,932 miles
    Test number
    212532819168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail72,932 miles (+1,277)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,932 miles
    Test number
    693612919127
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass71,655 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    71,655 miles
    Test number
    603905008140
    • NoteREAR NUMBER PLATE IS SLIGHT WATER MARKED & LETTERS RAER CRAKING

  22. Fail71,655 miles (+3,187)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,655 miles
    Test number
    482675308195
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteREAR NUMBER PLATE IS SLIGHT WATER MARKED & LETTERS RAER CRAKING

  23. Pass68,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    68,468 miles
    Test number
    270130007477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail68,468 miles (+5,649)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,468 miles
    Test number
    590030407129
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing on inside edge and on wear bars

  25. Pass62,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    62,819 miles
    Test number
    864034496099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail62,819 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,819 miles
    Test number
    321964096093
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about T194 FBW

Does T194 FBW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T194 FBW expired on 2 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T194 FBW?
The MOT on T194 FBW expired on 2 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T194 FBW done?
T194 FBW was recorded at 110,121 miles at its MOT on 3 May 2022, an average of 2,942 miles a year.
Has T194 FBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T194 FBW has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on T194 FBW 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 T194 FBW find?
T194 FBW passed its latest MOT on 3 May 2022 with 4 advisories: central front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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