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BMW 1 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

T21 SYEMOT history

T21 SYE is a blue diesel BMW 1 Series first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 29 Jun 2024 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 113,222 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jun 2024
Mileage
113,222 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2023
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,773 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T21 SYE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
1 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T21 SYE was last recorded at 113,222 miles on 30 Jun 2023, 1,565 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,657 miles · 30 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
1,565 miles
Average per year
6,773 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 113,222 miles
  • 2022 – 111,657 miles
  • 2021 – 108,848 miles
  • 2019 – 98,995 miles
  • 2018 – 89,480 miles
  • 2017 – 88,013 miles
  • 2015 – 86,474 miles
  • 2014 – 73,841 miles
  • 2013 – 60,937 miles
  • 2012 – 47,736 miles
  • 2011 – 33,230 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,222 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • UNDER TRAY FITTED OBSCURING TESTER VIEW ITEMS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 5 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,222 miles (+1,565)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    113,222 miles
    Test number
    149340048856
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass111,657 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    111,657 miles
    Test number
    550292356258
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAY FITTED OBSCURING TESTER VIEW ITEMS

  3. Fail111,657 miles (+2,809)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,657 miles
    Test number
    329279649777
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAY FITTED OBSCURING TESTER VIEW ITEMS

  4. Pass108,848 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    108,848 miles
    Test number
    418144742591
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  5. Fail108,848 miles (+9,853)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,848 miles
    Test number
    854813614181
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  6. Pass98,995 miles (+9,515)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    98,995 miles
    Test number
    403603349633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass89,480 miles (+1,467)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    89,480 miles
    Test number
    337526479815
    • MinorFront Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour both sides (4.2.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass88,013 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    88,013 miles
    Test number
    956305891684
    • AdvisoryEmission too lean to register or record

  9. Fail88,013 miles (+1,539)5 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,013 miles
    Test number
    608913005286
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryEmission too lean to register or record

  10. Pass86,474 miles (+12,633)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    86,474 miles
    Test number
    642937146046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,841 miles (+12,904)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    73,841 miles
    Test number
    599103434387
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass60,937 miles (+13,201)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    60,937 miles
    Test number
    586148343396
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass47,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    47,736 miles
    Test number
    988189832303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail47,736 miles (+14,506)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,736 miles
    Test number
    466199132359
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass33,230 miles (+1,194)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    33,230 miles
    Test number
    329979541308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    32,036 miles
    Test number
    479226181161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T21 SYE

Does T21 SYE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T21 SYE expired on 29 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T21 SYE?
The MOT on T21 SYE expired on 29 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T21 SYE done?
T21 SYE was recorded at 113,222 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2023, an average of 6,773 miles a year.
Has T21 SYE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T21 SYE has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T21 SYE 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 T21 SYE find?
T21 SYE passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2023 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front brake hose slightly chafed; offside front brake hose slightly chafed; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front.

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