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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T20 PETMOT history

T20 PET is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2026 and it has passed 12 of 23 MOT tests, with 115,740 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Apr 2026
Mileage
115,740 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2025
MOT tests
23
12 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,255 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T20 PET
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T20 PET was last recorded at 115,740 miles on 4 Apr 2025, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Jun 2013: 99,606 miles, lower than 103,583 miles on 21 May 2013.

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
115,732 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
2,255 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,740 miles
  • 2024 – 115,732 miles
  • 2020 – 115,726 miles
  • 2019 – 113,183 miles
  • 2018 – 110,008 miles
  • 2015 – 103,145 miles
  • 2013 – 99,606 miles
  • 2012 – 97,046 miles
  • 2010 – 95,153 miles
  • 2009 – 88,167 miles
  • 2008 – 84,619 miles
  • 2007 – 81,509 miles
  • 2006 – 76,435 miles
  • 2005 – 72,140 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,740 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside front jacking point corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major5 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush Slight Play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,740 miles (+8)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    115,740 miles
    Test number
    471657534006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside front jacking point corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail115,732 miles (+6)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,732 miles
    Test number
    492444978421
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail115,726 miles (+2,543)12 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,726 miles
    Test number
    749835783796
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged not sesure (1.6 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner tyre worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre side wall damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened centre shaft (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass113,183 miles (+3)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    113,183 miles
    Test number
    844126960093
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack but not in drivers vision (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush Slight Play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush Slight Play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious Bushes Perished Front & Rear
  5. Fail113,180 miles (+3,172)5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,180 miles
    Test number
    985794505129
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack but not in drivers vision (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush Slight Play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush Slight Play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious Bushes Perished Front & Rear
  6. Pass110,008 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    110,008 miles
    Test number
    594430565144
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (rear bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipe flexi perished both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  7. Fail110,005 miles (+25)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,005 miles
    Test number
    996535415322
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high Both Sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended Both Sides. (7.1.2 (d))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Front Brake Flexi Perished Both Sides
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  8. Fail109,980 miles (+6,835)11 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,980 miles
    Test number
    602081055702
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing Wheel bolt sheared off (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Coil spring fractured or broken Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front indicators faded
    • AdvisoryDamage to windscreen
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside front and both rear seats have been removed
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake pad warning wire not connected
    • AdvisoryNearside front outer wheel rim dented
  9. Pass103,145 miles (+3,539)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    103,145 miles
    Test number
    257323745439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail99,606 miles6 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,606 miles
    Test number
    158168263163
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  11. Pass99,606 miles (-3,977)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    99,606 miles
    Test number
    287288863192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  12. Fail103,583 miles (+323)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,583 miles
    Test number
    257571343494
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  13. Fail103,260 miles (+6,214)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,260 miles
    Test number
    707444093013
    • 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 noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass97,046 miles (+1,893)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    97,046 miles
    Test number
    547730242039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass95,153 miles (+2,812)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    95,153 miles
    Test number
    163553940307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail92,341 miles (+4,174)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,341 miles
    Test number
    811770750282
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  17. Pass88,167 miles (+3,548)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    88,167 miles
    Test number
    773775029304
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront wishbone rear bushes soft
    • NoteRear brake pipe corrosion on limit borderline pass
    • NoteSome condensation in headlights not affecting image
    • NoteSome crakes in o/s/f tyre side wall no cords visable
  18. Pass84,619 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    84,619 miles
    Test number
    380891648373
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteO/s wiper poor
  19. Fail84,618 miles (+3,109)3 dangerous1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,618 miles
    Test number
    122591448394
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteO/s wiper poor
  20. Pass81,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    81,509 miles
    Test number
    743595147366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail81,509 miles (+5,074)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,509 miles
    Test number
    344855047361
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  22. Pass76,435 miles (+4,295)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    76,435 miles
    Test number
    370564036334
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  23. Pass72,140 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    72,140 miles
    Test number
    472486235340
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T20 PET

Does T20 PET currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T20 PET expired on 3 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T20 PET?
The MOT on T20 PET expired on 3 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T20 PET done?
T20 PET was recorded at 115,740 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2025, an average of 2,255 miles a year.
Has T20 PET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T20 PET has failed 11 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T20 PET ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Jun 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T20 PET find?
T20 PET passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2025 with 7 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside front jacking point corrosion, and 4 more.

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