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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T240 VAOMOT history

T240 VAO is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 109,137 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
109,137 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,198 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T240 VAO
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
15 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T240 VAO was last recorded at 109,137 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 100 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,037 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
100 miles
Average per year
3,198 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,137 miles
  • 2025 – 109,037 miles
  • 2024 – 107,810 miles
  • 2023 – 104,687 miles
  • 2022 – 102,313 miles
  • 2020 – 100,529 miles
  • 2019 – 95,241 miles
  • 2018 – 92,008 miles
  • 2017 – 88,497 miles
  • 2016 – 85,181 miles
  • 2015 – 81,130 miles
  • 2014 – 76,608 miles
  • 2013 – 72,304 miles
  • 2012 – 68,178 miles
  • 2011 – 65,246 miles
  • 2010 – 63,093 miles
  • 2009 – 59,140 miles
  • 2007 – 54,917 miles
  • 2006 – 50,458 miles
  • 2005 – 44,317 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,137 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  • AdvisoryRear Standard fitment seat belt missing

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.

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

35 tests since 8 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,137 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    109,137 miles
    Test number
    386544728177
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Standard fitment seat belt missing

  2. Fail109,137 miles (+100)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,137 miles
    Test number
    283052261393
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Standard fitment seat belt missing

  3. Pass109,037 miles (+1,227)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    109,037 miles
    Test number
    844345741747
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle heavily undersealed underbody

  4. Pass107,810 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    107,810 miles
    Test number
    505893375175
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Fail107,805 miles (+3,118)2 dangerous1 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,805 miles
    Test number
    817350464080
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass104,687 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    104,687 miles
    Test number
    919146234690
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail104,686 miles (+2,373)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,686 miles
    Test number
    387016288784
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass102,313 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    102,313 miles
    Test number
    786570562428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail102,313 miles (+1,784)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,313 miles
    Test number
    107208247980
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  10. Pass100,529 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    100,529 miles
    Test number
    462912000495
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail100,495 miles (+5,254)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,495 miles
    Test number
    499869294349
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass95,241 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    95,241 miles
    Test number
    283883685711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail95,234 miles (+3,226)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,234 miles
    Test number
    974268598028
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side nearside 29 KG offside 49 KG (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both front outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  14. Pass92,008 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    92,008 miles
    Test number
    833432151596
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail92,008 miles (+3,511)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,008 miles
    Test number
    455315471056
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass88,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    88,497 miles
    Test number
    860495225744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail88,497 miles (+50)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,497 miles
    Test number
    713926947190
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  18. Fail88,447 miles (+3,266)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,447 miles
    Test number
    993752536922
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brakes slightly binding
    • AdvisoryEarly corrosion to nearside front flooring
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D clamp (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D clamp (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass85,181 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    85,181 miles
    Test number
    563911413852
    • AdvisoryBrake calliper clip missing n/s/r
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake requires attention
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail85,181 miles (+4,051)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,181 miles
    Test number
    368800250378
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/35/18 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake calliper clip missing n/s/r
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake requires attention
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass81,130 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    81,130 miles
    Test number
    198114105147
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
    • NoteProp shaft front donut perished6

  22. Fail81,128 miles (+4,520)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,128 miles
    Test number
    316204405182
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteProp shaft front donut perished6

  23. Pass76,608 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    76,608 miles
    Test number
    527558994084
    • NoteGear box oil leak
    • NoteN/s/f brake pad wire broken
    • NoteNail in n/s/r tyre
    • NoteO/s/f flexi brake pipe, has small cracks.
    • NoteSome rust on metal brake pipes, will require attention soon.
    • NoteWashers, poor aim.

  24. Fail76,608 miles (+4,304)1 repaired6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,608 miles
    Test number
    817718994068
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteGear box oil leak
    • NoteN/s/f brake pad wire broken
    • NoteNail in n/s/r tyre
    • NoteO/s/f flexi brake pipe, has small cracks.
    • NoteSome rust on metal brake pipes, will require attention soon.
    • NoteWashers, poor aim.

  25. Pass72,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    72,304 miles
    Test number
    876827203135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail72,303 miles (+4,125)2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,303 miles
    Test number
    768627903116
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  27. Pass68,178 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    68,178 miles
    Test number
    296112502116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAir bag light is on
    • NoteGearbox rear oil seal is leaking

  28. Fail68,176 miles (+2,930)9 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,176 miles
    Test number
    986932702163
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAir bag light is on
    • NoteGearbox rear oil seal is leaking

  29. Pass65,246 miles (+2,153)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    65,246 miles
    Test number
    407067591029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass63,093 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    63,093 miles
    Test number
    161169430065
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Fail63,093 miles (+3,953)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,093 miles
    Test number
    663569230008
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass59,140 miles (+4,223)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    59,140 miles
    Test number
    534487709092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass54,917 miles (+4,459)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    54,917 miles
    Test number
    744656527378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  34. Pass50,458 miles (+6,141)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    50,458 miles
    Test number
    901459176233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass44,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    44,317 miles
    Test number
    622781385240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T240 VAO

Does T240 VAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T240 VAO is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T240 VAO?
The MOT on T240 VAO is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T240 VAO done?
T240 VAO was recorded at 109,137 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 3,198 miles a year.
Has T240 VAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T240 VAO has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T240 VAO 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 VAO find?
T240 VAO passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: rear passenger seat(s) missing at time of test; rear standard fitment seat belt missing.

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