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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T224 AJHMOT history

T224 AJH is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 197,542 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Aug 2025
Mileage
197,542 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,229 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T224 AJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T224 AJH was last recorded at 197,542 miles on 21 Aug 2024, 91 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,451 miles · 7 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
91 miles
Average per year
6,229 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 197,542 miles
  • 2023 – 194,422 miles
  • 2021 – 191,278 miles
  • 2020 – 185,656 miles
  • 2019 – 174,720 miles
  • 2018 – 161,934 miles
  • 2017 – 151,724 miles
  • 2016 – 142,205 miles
  • 2015 – 137,243 miles
  • 2014 – 131,721 miles
  • 2013 – 121,411 miles
  • 2012 – 119,356 miles
  • 2010 – 114,932 miles
  • 2009 – 110,579 miles
  • 2008 – 102,016 miles
  • 2007 – 92,981 miles
  • 2006 – 84,557 miles
  • 2005 – 81,313 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,542 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,542 miles (+91)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    197,542 miles
    Test number
    786573044312
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail197,451 miles (+3,029)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,451 miles
    Test number
    369372557058
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass194,422 miles (+19)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    194,422 miles
    Test number
    800222646772
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  4. Fail194,403 miles (+3,125)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,403 miles
    Test number
    742239094372
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  5. Pass191,278 miles (+5,622)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    191,278 miles
    Test number
    452564554411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass185,656 miles (+10,936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    185,656 miles
    Test number
    257206457233
    • AdvisoryVehicle suspension lowered but not fowling bodywork

  7. Pass174,720 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    174,720 miles
    Test number
    113163314786
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail174,720 miles (+12,786)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,720 miles
    Test number
    791849713773
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass161,934 miles (+66)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    161,934 miles
    Test number
    291752221919
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight power steering leak (steering rack boot damp offside)

  10. Fail161,868 miles (+10,144)13 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,868 miles
    Test number
    984650313342
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested catalytic converter missing (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front and centre (7.1.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded jacking point area by chassis leg (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass151,724 miles (+9,519)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    151,724 miles
    Test number
    359880331042
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass142,205 miles (+4,962)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    142,205 miles
    Test number
    953785179589
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVery slight exhaust blow from cat

  13. Pass137,243 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    137,243 miles
    Test number
    485449045087
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail137,243 miles (+5,522)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,243 miles
    Test number
    805920945039
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass131,721 miles (+10,310)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    131,721 miles
    Test number
    589649134001
    • NoteBrake pad warning lamp illuminated
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  16. Pass121,411 miles (+2,055)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    121,411 miles
    Test number
    149160743418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail119,356 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,356 miles
    Test number
    226491422037
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass119,356 miles (+4,424)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    119,356 miles
    Test number
    488731822016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass114,932 miles (+25)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    114,932 miles
    Test number
    403186860251
    • NoteFront sus arm bushes worn
    • NoteN/s front ind turning white close to limits

  20. Fail114,907 miles (+4,328)2 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,907 miles
    Test number
    330280260288
    • DangerousNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront sus arm bushes worn
    • NoteN/s front ind turning white close to limits

  21. Fail110,579 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,579 miles
    Test number
    340261169204
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass110,579 miles (+8,563)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    110,579 miles
    Test number
    374191869253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass102,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    102,016 miles
    Test number
    612515358208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail102,016 miles (+9,035)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,016 miles
    Test number
    551259248281
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass92,981 miles (+8,424)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    92,981 miles
    Test number
    420785157250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates black with silver digits.

  26. Pass84,557 miles (+3,244)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    84,557 miles
    Test number
    222908046247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass81,313 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    81,313 miles
    Test number
    491448555371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteSlight blow centre exhaust
    • NoteSlight damage windscreen
    • NoteSlight play both lower swivels

Questions about T224 AJH

Does T224 AJH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T224 AJH expired on 20 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T224 AJH?
The MOT on T224 AJH expired on 20 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T224 AJH done?
T224 AJH was recorded at 197,542 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2024, an average of 6,229 miles a year.
Has T224 AJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T224 AJH has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T224 AJH 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 T224 AJH find?
T224 AJH passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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