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BMW 3 Series

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,497 cc

T240 ARXMOT history

T240 ARX is a green diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 123,206 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
123,206 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,474 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T240 ARX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T240 ARX was last recorded at 123,206 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,153 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
53 miles
Average per year
1,474 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,206 miles
  • 2025 – 123,153 miles
  • 2023 – 122,390 miles
  • 2022 – 119,613 miles
  • 2021 – 119,303 miles
  • 2020 – 119,167 miles
  • 2019 – 118,484 miles
  • 2018 – 118,064 miles
  • 2016 – 116,822 miles
  • 2015 – 115,656 miles
  • 2014 – 113,385 miles
  • 2013 – 110,797 miles
  • 2012 – 108,411 miles
  • 2011 – 105,399 miles
  • 2010 – 102,997 miles
  • 2009 – 101,939 miles
  • 2008 – 99,890 miles
  • 2007 – 97,832 miles
  • 2006 – 95,203 miles
  • 2005 – 92,629 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,206 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryFull under body heavily undersealed
  • AdvisoryUndertrays and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

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 washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2011

Full MOT history

30 tests since 11 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,206 miles (+53)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    123,206 miles
    Test number
    647313102001
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFull under body heavily undersealed
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

  2. Pass123,153 miles (+763)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    123,153 miles
    Test number
    286978640017
    • AdvisoryAll Under Chassis Heavily Undersealed

  3. Pass122,390 miles (+2,777)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    122,390 miles
    Test number
    447496629999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass119,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    119,613 miles
    Test number
    708254910275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail119,613 miles (+310)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,613 miles
    Test number
    340530152487
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass119,303 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    119,303 miles
    Test number
    626148152782
    • AdvisoryHeavily undersealed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail119,298 miles (+131)11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,298 miles
    Test number
    143091520212
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired jacking point not seam welded & riveted (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired jacking point not seam welded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass119,167 miles (+683)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    119,167 miles
    Test number
    915702779856
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box in poor condition and has a blow
    • AdvisoryFront struts corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside and Nearside sills corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass118,484 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    118,484 miles
    Test number
    335462621404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail118,481 miles (+417)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,481 miles
    Test number
    725593835119
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened sill (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass118,064 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    118,064 miles
    Test number
    690133862008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail118,062 miles (+1,240)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,062 miles
    Test number
    581977069714
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass116,822 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    116,822 miles
    Test number
    374948149687
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bottom of wing has corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail116,821 miles (+1,165)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,821 miles
    Test number
    517682543599
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass115,656 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    115,656 miles
    Test number
    361846296306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail115,654 miles (+2,269)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,654 miles
    Test number
    891595865596
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  17. Pass113,385 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    113,385 miles
    Test number
    168475494213
    • NoteOffside and nearside sills corroded.

  18. Fail113,385 miles (+2,588)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,385 miles
    Test number
    348665294289
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOffside and nearside sills corroded.

  19. Pass110,797 miles (+2,386)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    110,797 miles
    Test number
    679072783247
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres worn to legal limit.

  20. Pass108,411 miles (+3,012)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    108,411 miles
    Test number
    235919672202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass105,399 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    105,399 miles
    Test number
    736699971227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail105,385 miles (+2,388)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,385 miles
    Test number
    398333571462
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass102,997 miles (+1,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    102,997 miles
    Test number
    400627960237
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass101,939 miles (+2,049)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    101,939 miles
    Test number
    321371479494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass99,890 miles (+2,058)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    99,890 miles
    Test number
    973906158271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass97,832 miles (+2,629)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    97,832 miles
    Test number
    963384417205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass95,203 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    95,203 miles
    Test number
    482794716235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail95,200 miles (+2,571)5 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,200 miles
    Test number
    240333016257
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdvise fitting shocks in pairs.
    • NoteRear diff leaking oil

  29. Pass92,629 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    92,629 miles
    Test number
    993234195193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail92,628 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,628 miles
    Test number
    201492095185
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T240 ARX

Does T240 ARX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T240 ARX is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T240 ARX?
The MOT on T240 ARX is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T240 ARX done?
T240 ARX was recorded at 123,206 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 1,474 miles a year.
Has T240 ARX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T240 ARX has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T240 ARX 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 T240 ARX find?
T240 ARX passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 6 more.

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