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BMW 3 Series

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T225 AYXMOT history

T225 AYX is a purple petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Jul 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 132,142 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Jul 2023
Mileage
132,142 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,839 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T225 AYX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T225 AYX was last recorded at 132,142 miles on 22 Jul 2022, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,116 miles · 9 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
5,839 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 132,142 miles
  • 2021 – 131,786 miles
  • 2019 – 130,775 miles
  • 2018 – 127,523 miles
  • 2016 – 126,762 miles
  • 2015 – 125,604 miles
  • 2014 – 119,538 miles
  • 2013 – 112,822 miles
  • 2012 – 98,392 miles
  • 2011 – 86,378 miles
  • 2010 – 75,224 miles
  • 2009 – 55,891 miles
  • 2008 – 50,009 miles
  • 2007 – 44,425 miles
  • 2006 – 37,131 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,142 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield slightly looseRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake pipe slightly corroded + NSR (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing NS + OS (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,142 miles (+26)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    132,142 miles
    Test number
    246339689851
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail132,116 miles (+330)5 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,116 miles
    Test number
    615591213340
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield slightly loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass131,786 miles (+1,011)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    131,786 miles
    Test number
    162295379040
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass130,775 miles (+8)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    130,775 miles
    Test number
    306050938763
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Fail130,767 miles (+3,244)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,767 miles
    Test number
    574197888922
    • MajorAll direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded NS + OS (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRoad wheel fixing missing NSF + OSF + NSR + OSR (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass127,523 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    127,523 miles
    Test number
    810738707568
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded + NSR (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing NS + OS (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  7. FailMileage not read4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    369863994786
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush NS + OS (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureRear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions NS + OS rotation incorrect (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded + NSR (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing NS + OS (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  8. Pass126,762 miles (+6)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    126,762 miles
    Test number
    478586170415
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear going white (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front inner lens faded (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured going white (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top mount (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top mount (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage feed to pump (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing all 4 (2.7.2a)

  9. Fail126,756 miles (+1,152)9 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,756 miles
    Test number
    237385708616
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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 emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  10. Pass125,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    125,604 miles
    Test number
    815769835275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail125,604 miles (+6,066)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,604 miles
    Test number
    476789035205
    • 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)

  12. Pass119,538 miles (+6,716)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    119,538 miles
    Test number
    305315134474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass112,822 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    112,822 miles
    Test number
    968611333286
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail112,813 miles (+14,421)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,813 miles
    Test number
    976287423293
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass98,392 miles (+12,014)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    98,392 miles
    Test number
    808266422273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSlight play in the steering rack

  16. Pass86,378 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    86,378 miles
    Test number
    757499991174
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail86,378 miles (+11,154)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,378 miles
    Test number
    698216791146
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass75,224 miles (+19,333)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    75,224 miles
    Test number
    692727690154
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass55,891 miles (+5,882)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    55,891 miles
    Test number
    904761179028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,009 miles (+5,584)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    50,009 miles
    Test number
    174270308116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,425 miles (+7,294)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    44,425 miles
    Test number
    900011107108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,131 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    37,131 miles
    Test number
    281492006400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail37,030 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,030 miles
    Test number
    482117996094
    • 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)

Questions about T225 AYX

Does T225 AYX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T225 AYX expired on 21 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T225 AYX?
The MOT on T225 AYX expired on 21 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T225 AYX done?
T225 AYX was recorded at 132,142 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2022, an average of 5,839 miles a year.
Has T225 AYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T225 AYX has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T225 AYX 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 T225 AYX find?
T225 AYX passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2022 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; exhaust heat shield slightly loose; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 8 more.

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