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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T225 SFGMOT history

T225 SFG is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 82,719 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jun 2027
Mileage
82,719 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,151 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T225 SFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T225 SFG was last recorded at 82,719 miles on 5 Jun 2026, 7,565 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,154 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,565 miles
Average per year
2,151 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,719 miles
  • 2025 – 75,154 miles
  • 2024 – 72,312 miles
  • 2023 – 70,093 miles
  • 2021 – 65,628 miles
  • 2020 – 65,398 miles
  • 2019 – 65,037 miles
  • 2018 – 61,286 miles
  • 2016 – 60,089 miles
  • 2015 – 60,058 miles
  • 2014 – 59,608 miles
  • 2013 – 58,565 miles
  • 2012 – 57,286 miles
  • 2010 – 53,386 miles
  • 2009 – 50,275 miles
  • 2008 – 46,201 miles
  • 2007 – 43,018 miles
  • 2006 – 39,410 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,719 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,719 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    82,719 miles
    Test number
    830465313256
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail82,719 miles (+7,565)4 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,719 miles
    Test number
    613106411667
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass75,154 miles (+2,842)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    75,154 miles
    Test number
    621819777163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass72,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    72,312 miles
    Test number
    771067020268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail72,312 miles (+2,219)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,312 miles
    Test number
    949735360084
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass70,093 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    70,093 miles
    Test number
    104878890854
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail70,093 miles (+4,465)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,093 miles
    Test number
    234816598873
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass65,628 miles (+230)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    65,628 miles
    Test number
    220366813522
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement floating bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement floating bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass65,398 miles (+361)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    65,398 miles
    Test number
    996067867682
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass65,037 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    65,037 miles
    Test number
    528461113731
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail65,036 miles (+3,750)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,036 miles
    Test number
    907869325711
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 59% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass61,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    61,286 miles
    Test number
    782822256189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail61,286 miles (+1,197)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,286 miles
    Test number
    668754475460
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 39% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass60,089 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    60,089 miles
    Test number
    487508084237
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brakes slight bind

  15. Fail60,089 miles (+31)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,089 miles
    Test number
    276155954583
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brakes slight bind

  16. Pass60,058 miles (+450)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    60,058 miles
    Test number
    580065474656
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  17. Pass59,608 miles (+1,043)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    59,608 miles
    Test number
    997155154123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,565 miles (+1,279)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    58,565 miles
    Test number
    267001523428
    • NoteAdvise h/brake reqs attention

  19. Pass57,286 miles (+3,900)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    57,286 miles
    Test number
    265907302107
    • NoteAir bag warning light on
    • NoteWasher jets weak

  20. Pass53,386 miles1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    53,386 miles
    Test number
    440190700498
    • DangerousThrottle pedal very stiff/sticky, potential danger of throttle sticking open
    • AdvisoryBonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Fail53,386 miles (+3,111)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,386 miles
    Test number
    584709790243
    • DangerousThrottle pedal very stiff/sticky, potential danger of throttle sticking open
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  22. Pass50,275 miles (+4,074)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    50,275 miles
    Test number
    314353739240
    • NoteAir bag light staying on

  23. Pass46,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    46,201 miles
    Test number
    430629278191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail46,201 miles (+3,183)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,201 miles
    Test number
    591839978135
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

  25. Pass43,018 miles (+3,608)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    43,018 miles
    Test number
    614826107111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,410 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    39,410 miles
    Test number
    164718506107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T225 SFG

Does T225 SFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T225 SFG is valid until 4 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T225 SFG?
The MOT on T225 SFG is valid until 4 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T225 SFG done?
T225 SFG was recorded at 82,719 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2026, an average of 2,151 miles a year.
Has T225 SFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T225 SFG has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T225 SFG 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 SFG find?
T225 SFG passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all; brake hose slightly deteriorated all; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all, and 2 more.

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