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BMW M3

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 3,201 cc

T226 VVXMOT history

T226 VVX is a red petrol BMW M3 first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 72,416 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2024
Mileage
72,416 mi
At MOT on 30 Nov 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,813 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T226 VVX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,201 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T226 VVX was last recorded at 72,416 miles on 30 Nov 2023, 421 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,995 miles · 1 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
421 miles
Average per year
1,813 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 72,416 miles
  • 2021 – 71,995 miles
  • 2019 – 71,564 miles
  • 2017 – 71,234 miles
  • 2016 – 70,700 miles
  • 2014 – 69,727 miles
  • 2013 – 66,855 miles
  • 2012 – 62,670 miles
  • 2011 – 59,545 miles
  • 2010 – 57,636 miles
  • 2009 – 54,776 miles
  • 2008 – 52,487 miles
  • 2007 – 49,286 miles
  • 2006 – 42,357 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,416 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,416 miles (+421)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    72,416 miles
    Test number
    267581780682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass71,995 miles (+431)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    71,995 miles
    Test number
    483005155030
    • AdvisoryCORROSION ON UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass71,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,564 miles
    Test number
    151077348608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail71,564 miles (+330)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,564 miles
    Test number
    253232989120
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass71,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    71,234 miles
    Test number
    216268482687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail71,234 miles (+534)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,234 miles
    Test number
    912541193489
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureStop lamp not working all (1.2.1b)

  7. Pass70,700 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    70,700 miles
    Test number
    714637947848
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Fail70,700 miles (+973)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,700 miles
    Test number
    477373780943
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass69,727 miles (+2,872)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    69,727 miles
    Test number
    247872604338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass66,855 miles (+4,185)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    66,855 miles
    Test number
    767004503381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,670 miles (+3,125)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    62,670 miles
    Test number
    319852992451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,545 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    59,545 miles
    Test number
    357533091480
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteSlight play in front steering knuckles

  13. Fail59,545 miles (+1,909)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,545 miles
    Test number
    547182891276
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteSlight play in front steering knuckles

  14. Pass57,636 miles (+289)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    57,636 miles
    Test number
    744979200361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail57,347 miles (+2,571)4 failures5 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,347 miles
    Test number
    870406600320
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteNearside rear tyre small cuts to tread
    • NoteOffside front tyre small cuts to tread
    • NoteRear brake discs worn
    • NoteSlight play in offside inner steering rack joint

  16. Pass54,776 miles (+2,289)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    54,776 miles
    Test number
    811110399256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass52,487 miles (+3,201)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    52,487 miles
    Test number
    660964908336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,286 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    49,286 miles
    Test number
    534168697243
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail49,286 miles (+6,929)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,286 miles
    Test number
    832927097256
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass42,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    42,357 miles
    Test number
    724424716319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail42,357 miles (+1,914)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,357 miles
    Test number
    491113716476
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass40,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2007
    Odometer
    40,443 miles
    Test number
    600201206133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T226 VVX

Does T226 VVX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T226 VVX expired on 29 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T226 VVX?
The MOT on T226 VVX expired on 29 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T226 VVX done?
T226 VVX was recorded at 72,416 miles at its MOT on 30 Nov 2023, an average of 1,813 miles a year.
Has T226 VVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T226 VVX has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on T226 VVX 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 T226 VVX find?
T226 VVX passed its latest MOT on 30 Nov 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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