BMW 3 Series
Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc
T225 BJFMOT history
T225 BJF is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Jun 2025 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 188,556 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2024.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 12 Jun 2025
- Mileage
- 188,556 mi
- At MOT on 13 Jun 2024
- MOT tests
- 26
- 16 passed · 10 failed
- Per year
- 6,171 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T225 BJF
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 3 Series
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,494 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 30 Mar 1999
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 12 Jun 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 13 Jun 2024 (Pass)
Mileage history
T225 BJF was last recorded at 188,556 miles on 13 Jun 2024, 61 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jun 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 188,495 miles · 1 Jun 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 61 miles
- Average per year
- 6,171 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 188,556 miles
- 2023 – 188,495 miles
- 2022 – 188,428 miles
- 2021 – 186,268 miles
- 2020 – 181,736 miles
- 2019 – 166,814 miles
- 2018 – 151,209 miles
- 2017 – 145,961 miles
- 2016 – 141,889 miles
- 2014 – 135,546 miles
- 2013 – 130,084 miles
- 2012 – 122,683 miles
- 2011 – 116,786 miles
- 2010 – 109,299 miles
- 2009 – 95,884 miles
- 2008 – 89,876 miles
- 2006 – 80,280 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass188,556 miles
No defects or advisories were recorded.
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.
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023
Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill
Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022
Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill
Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022
Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Offside Rear wheelarch corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Minor2 MOTs, 2021
Full MOT history
26 tests since 22 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass188,556 miles (+61)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 188,556 miles
- Test number
- 256136335941
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail188,495 miles (+67)12 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 188,495 miles
- Test number
- 430660166701
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
- MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Fail188,428 miles (+2,160)7 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 188,428 miles
- Test number
- 434131162494
- MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Pass186,268 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Feb 2022
- Odometer
- 186,268 miles
- Test number
- 311854738576
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wheelarch corroded
Fail186,267 miles (+4,531)5 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 186,267 miles
- Test number
- 774583920368
- MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wheelarch corroded
Pass181,736 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Feb 2021
- Odometer
- 181,736 miles
- Test number
- 649252493077
- AdvisoryCentral Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight play.
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
Fail181,736 miles (+14,922)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 181,736 miles
- Test number
- 754816768413
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorNearside Direction indicator incorrect colour Repeater lamp. (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryCentral Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight play.
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
Pass166,814 miles (+8)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jan 2020
- Odometer
- 166,814 miles
- Test number
- 178811887793
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail166,806 miles (+15,597)4 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 166,806 miles
- Test number
- 751731077585
- MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Pas has slight leak at pipe hose clip. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass151,209 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 151,209 miles
- Test number
- 515812763202
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Fail151,209 miles (+5,248)1 dangerous1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 151,209 miles
- Test number
- 884082506212
- DangerousStop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass145,961 miles
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jan 2018
- Odometer
- 145,961 miles
- Test number
- 925988525928
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail145,961 miles (+4,072)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 145,961 miles
- Test number
- 715519210351
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Pass141,889 miles (+6,343)
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jan 2017
- Odometer
- 141,889 miles
- Test number
- 511325578643
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass135,546 miles (+5,462)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Dec 2015
- Odometer
- 135,546 miles
- Test number
- 906359544319
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail130,084 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 130,084 miles
- Test number
- 736757543335
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Pass130,084 miles (+7,401)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Dec 2014
- Odometer
- 130,084 miles
- Test number
- 807757143307
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass122,683 miles (+5,897)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Dec 2013
- Odometer
- 122,683 miles
- Test number
- 677416942363
- 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)
Pass116,786 miles (+7,487)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 116,786 miles
- Test number
- 329195431320
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass109,299 miles (+4,705)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 109,299 miles
- Test number
- 860732120395
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass104,594 miles (+8,710)
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2011
- Odometer
- 104,594 miles
- Test number
- 573644840102
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass95,884 miles (+10)1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2010
- Odometer
- 95,884 miles
- Test number
- 231438749436
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- NoteN/s/r inner sidelight inop.
- NoteO/s mirror loose
Fail95,874 miles (+5,998)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,874 miles
- Test number
- 783637549149
- FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteN/s/r inner sidelight inop.
- NoteO/s mirror loose
Pass89,876 miles (+9,596)3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 26 May 2009
- Odometer
- 89,876 miles
- Test number
- 552188948101
- NoteAdvise strong front brake pads low
- NoteAdvise strong nearside and offside front wishbone rear bush's detiorated resulting in movement, require attention
- NoteWater leak bottom radiator area
Pass80,280 miles (+78)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Dec 2007
- Odometer
- 80,280 miles
- Test number
- 140686346327
- 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)
Fail80,202 miles3 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 80,202 miles
- Test number
- 584946626325
- FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- 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)
Questions about T225 BJF
- Does T225 BJF currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on T225 BJF expired on 12 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on T225 BJF?
- The MOT on T225 BJF expired on 12 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has T225 BJF done?
- T225 BJF was recorded at 188,556 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2024, an average of 6,171 miles a year.
- Has T225 BJF ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T225 BJF has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2023.
- Has the mileage on T225 BJF 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 BJF find?
- T225 BJF passed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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