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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T209 ARXMOT history

T209 ARX is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Nov 2023 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 106,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Nov 2023
Mileage
106,324 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,250 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T209 ARX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T209 ARX was last recorded at 106,324 miles on 24 Nov 2022, 384 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,940 miles · 2 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
384 miles
Average per year
2,250 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 106,324 miles
  • 2021 – 98,049 miles
  • 2020 – 97,312 miles
  • 2019 – 96,510 miles
  • 2018 – 95,313 miles
  • 2017 – 93,711 miles
  • 2016 – 91,285 miles
  • 2015 – 88,801 miles
  • 2014 – 86,041 miles
  • 2013 – 82,923 miles
  • 2011 – 80,640 miles
  • 2010 – 79,132 miles
  • 2009 – 77,279 miles
  • 2008 – 76,025 miles
  • 2007 – 73,189 miles
  • 2006 – 68,458 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,324 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Spare Tyre missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass106,324 miles (+384)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    106,324 miles
    Test number
    715289633879
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail105,940 miles (+7,277)2 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,940 miles
    Test number
    499166466137
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail98,663 miles (+614)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,663 miles
    Test number
    125046022477
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rigid metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing advise early replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise early replacement (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing advise early replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise adjustment of parking brake lever

  4. Pass98,049 miles (+737)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    98,049 miles
    Test number
    688010889945
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass97,312 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    97,312 miles
    Test number
    836100780144
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective exhaust mount broken (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail97,312 miles (+802)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,312 miles
    Test number
    682159231612
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective exhaust mount broken (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass96,510 miles (+1,197)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    96,510 miles
    Test number
    991549226696
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all four shock absorbers have casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass95,313 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    95,313 miles
    Test number
    333467034016
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare Tyre missing

  9. Fail95,310 miles (+1,599)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,310 miles
    Test number
    231517781476
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bush completely unbonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare Tyre missing

  10. Pass93,711 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    93,711 miles
    Test number
    536411772736
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp lenses milky
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryCtr exhaust silencer rattling
    • AdvisoryG/box axle engine oil leaks

  11. Fail93,709 miles (+2,424)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,709 miles
    Test number
    418009984854
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp lenses milky
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre tread bald outer shoulder
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre low on presure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryCtr exhaust silencer rattling
    • AdvisoryG/box axle engine oil leaks

  12. Pass91,285 miles (+2,484)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    91,285 miles
    Test number
    963940180392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,801 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    88,801 miles
    Test number
    758547670715
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail88,801 miles (+2,760)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,801 miles
    Test number
    470984719924
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass86,041 miles (+3,118)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    86,041 miles
    Test number
    265499804344
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass82,923 miles (+2,283)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    82,923 miles
    Test number
    295146693090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth headlamps misted up on inside lenses
    • NoteN/s rear tyre worn on outer edge

  17. Pass80,640 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    80,640 miles
    Test number
    597233991161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail80,640 miles (+1,508)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,640 miles
    Test number
    796343791186
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail79,132 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,132 miles
    Test number
    511989330102
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass79,132 miles (+1,853)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    79,132 miles
    Test number
    844929230168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail77,279 miles1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,279 miles
    Test number
    282585179085
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate slighty damage

  22. Pass77,279 miles (+1,254)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    77,279 miles
    Test number
    494435279076
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate slighty damage

  23. Pass76,025 miles (+2,836)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    76,025 miles
    Test number
    643254508045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass73,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    73,189 miles
    Test number
    900777117023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail73,189 miles (+4,731)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,189 miles
    Test number
    122027617068
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  26. Pass68,458 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    68,458 miles
    Test number
    241896926030
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNear side front tyre outter edge wearing

  27. Fail68,458 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,458 miles
    Test number
    770976726030
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNear side front tyre outter edge wearing

Questions about T209 ARX

Does T209 ARX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T209 ARX expired on 24 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T209 ARX?
The MOT on T209 ARX expired on 24 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T209 ARX done?
T209 ARX was recorded at 106,324 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2022, an average of 2,250 miles a year.
Has T209 ARX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T209 ARX has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T209 ARX 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 T209 ARX find?
T209 ARX passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2022 with 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both, and 9 more.

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