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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T231 BDVMOT history

T231 BDV is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 84,413 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jun 2027
Mileage
84,413 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T231 BDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T231 BDV was last recorded at 84,413 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 471 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,942 miles · 6 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
471 miles
Average per year
2,873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,413 miles
  • 2025 – 83,942 miles
  • 2024 – 82,158 miles
  • 2023 – 79,785 miles
  • 2021 – 78,024 miles
  • 2020 – 75,903 miles
  • 2019 – 71,478 miles
  • 2018 – 64,722 miles
  • 2017 – 61,186 miles
  • 2016 – 55,568 miles
  • 2015 – 51,705 miles
  • 2014 – 50,802 miles
  • 2013 – 48,998 miles
  • 2012 – 47,610 miles
  • 2011 – 46,133 miles
  • 2010 – 44,251 miles
  • 2009 – 42,583 miles
  • 2008 – 31,776 miles
  • 2007 – 29,547 miles
  • 2006 – 26,656 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,413 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside rear shock absorber piston corroded at top

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,413 miles (+471)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    84,413 miles
    Test number
    513645251486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass83,942 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    83,942 miles
    Test number
    357576923852
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock absorber piston corroded at top

  3. Fail83,942 miles (+1,784)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,942 miles
    Test number
    499074702994
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock absorber piston corroded at top

  4. Pass82,158 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    82,158 miles
    Test number
    642785983192
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight leak of power steering fluid

  5. Fail82,153 miles (+2,368)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,153 miles
    Test number
    172643086072
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight leak of power steering fluid

  6. Pass79,785 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    79,785 miles
    Test number
    231189026495
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail79,780 miles (+1,756)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,780 miles
    Test number
    330619294582
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Corrosion near N/S/R jacking pad. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass78,024 miles (+2,121)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    78,024 miles
    Test number
    295538436018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,903 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    75,903 miles
    Test number
    171923568679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,900 miles (+4,422)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,900 miles
    Test number
    807841829311
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50r16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass71,478 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    71,478 miles
    Test number
    769029137105
    • AdvisoryFront FRONT TYRES WEARING ON EDGES.
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread CRACKED . (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail71,478 miles (+6,756)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,478 miles
    Test number
    421301136870
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure TEAR IN TREAD NEARSIDE REAR TYRE . (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced OFFSIDE FRONT FLASHER (DIM). (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront FRONT TYRES WEARING ON EDGES.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OFFSIDE REAR TYRE 1.6MM ,JUST- LEGAL . (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass64,722 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    64,722 miles
    Test number
    863234316862
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule MOST FLEXI HOSES (SUGGEST REPLACED BEFORE NEXT M.O.T) (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGES
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Fail64,721 miles (+3,535)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,721 miles
    Test number
    614404030855
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule MOST FLEXI HOSES (SUGGEST REPLACED BEFORE NEXT M.O.T) (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGES
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  15. Pass61,186 miles (+5,618)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    61,186 miles
    Test number
    176006785756
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  16. Pass55,568 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    55,568 miles
    Test number
    797864250114
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play tie rod ball joint (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Fail55,564 miles (+3,859)2 failures2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,564 miles
    Test number
    260617491855
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play bottom ball joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front control arm bush slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play tie rod ball joint (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass51,705 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    51,705 miles
    Test number
    488886572613
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Fail51,701 miles (+899)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,701 miles
    Test number
    442278577293
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Pass50,802 miles (+1,804)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    50,802 miles
    Test number
    285996884207
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass48,998 miles (+1,388)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    48,998 miles
    Test number
    289567093230
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePoor connection on headlight wiring

  22. Pass47,610 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    47,610 miles
    Test number
    338088572231
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear brake pads look low

  23. Fail47,610 miles (+1,477)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,610 miles
    Test number
    357678472403
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear brake pads look low

  24. Pass46,133 miles (+1,882)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    46,133 miles
    Test number
    437497261274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOuter Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NotePoor light output due to warter on inside of both front lenses

  25. Pass44,251 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    44,251 miles
    Test number
    914866160241
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Fail44,251 miles (+1,668)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,251 miles
    Test number
    431936060282
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass42,583 miles (+10,807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    42,583 miles
    Test number
    312926989201
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass31,776 miles (+440)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    31,776 miles
    Test number
    800142758232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass31,336 miles (+1,789)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    31,336 miles
    Test number
    882345238108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass29,547 miles (+2,891)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    29,547 miles
    Test number
    213550137171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass26,656 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    26,656 miles
    Test number
    794623226188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T231 BDV

Does T231 BDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T231 BDV is valid until 28 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T231 BDV?
The MOT on T231 BDV is valid until 28 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T231 BDV done?
T231 BDV was recorded at 84,413 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 2,873 miles a year.
Has T231 BDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T231 BDV has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T231 BDV 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 T231 BDV find?
T231 BDV passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper mounting; offside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper mounting; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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