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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T244 BLJMOT history

T244 BLJ is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 70,055 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
70,055 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,224 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T244 BLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T244 BLJ was last recorded at 70,055 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 975 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,080 miles · 18 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
975 miles
Average per year
2,224 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,055 miles
  • 2025 – 69,080 miles
  • 2024 – 68,634 miles
  • 2023 – 67,622 miles
  • 2022 – 67,158 miles
  • 2021 – 67,015 miles
  • 2020 – 66,844 miles
  • 2019 – 66,598 miles
  • 2018 – 66,500 miles
  • 2017 – 66,150 miles
  • 2016 – 65,838 miles
  • 2015 – 65,617 miles
  • 2014 – 65,397 miles
  • 2013 – 53,299 miles
  • 2012 – 47,312 miles
  • 2011 – 42,480 miles
  • 2010 – 39,043 miles
  • 2009 – 35,320 miles
  • 2008 – 31,583 miles
  • 2007 – 28,399 miles
  • 2006 – 24,607 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,055 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Silencer corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2026

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear exhaust rusty

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,055 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    70,055 miles
    Test number
    207529489404
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  2. Fail70,055 miles (+975)1 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,055 miles
    Test number
    663673711585
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  3. Pass69,080 miles (+446)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    69,080 miles
    Test number
    469011334641
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass68,634 miles (+1,012)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    68,634 miles
    Test number
    999488530557
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass67,622 miles (+464)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    67,622 miles
    Test number
    393250896171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass67,158 miles (+143)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    67,158 miles
    Test number
    897152176002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass67,015 miles (+171)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    67,015 miles
    Test number
    762804132849
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin corroded.

  8. Pass66,844 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2021
    Odometer
    66,844 miles
    Test number
    509685605747
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty

  9. Fail66,844 miles (+246)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,844 miles
    Test number
    457801359653
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty

  10. Pass66,598 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    66,598 miles
    Test number
    397315653613
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty

  11. Fail66,598 miles (+98)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,598 miles
    Test number
    243846959402
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty

  12. Pass66,500 miles (+350)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    66,500 miles
    Test number
    597442158623
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  13. Pass66,150 miles (+312)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    66,150 miles
    Test number
    299110193140
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower balljoint slight play
    • AdvisoryFront brakes getting low
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear number plate detoriated

  14. Pass65,838 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    65,838 miles
    Test number
    559822061242
    • AdvisoryNail in both rear tyres
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes getting rusty
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s steering rack

  15. Fail65,838 miles (+221)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,838 miles
    Test number
    602323034522
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNail in both rear tyres
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes getting rusty
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rusty
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s steering rack

  16. Pass65,617 miles (+220)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    65,617 miles
    Test number
    868460295059
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNearside and offside front rubber mounting deteriorated on the ball joints
    • NoteRear brake pipes greased

  17. Pass65,397 miles (+12,098)1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    65,397 miles
    Test number
    197143894097
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust back box in poor condition
    • NoteFan belt cracked badly
    • NoteN/s front lower bumper trim missing
    • NoteNail in o/sfront tyre
    • NoteRear number plate backing loose
    • NoteSlight play at both front lower ball joints
    • NoteWater inside n/s front head lamp

  18. Pass53,299 miles (+5,987)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    53,299 miles
    Test number
    297477763088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusty
    • NoteSlight play on the offside front power steering rack

  19. Pass47,312 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,312 miles
    Test number
    289976072097
    • NoteEngine oil leak o/s cam cover area
    • NoteExhaust rear back box in poor condition
    • NoteFront wiper blades required soon
    • NoteRear brake pads starting to get low

  20. Fail47,312 miles (+4,832)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,312 miles
    Test number
    415566172047
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine oil leak o/s cam cover area
    • NoteExhaust rear back box in poor condition
    • NoteFront wiper blades required soon
    • NotePossible power steering fluid starting to get low
    • NoteRear brake pads starting to get low

  21. Pass42,480 miles (+3,437)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    42,480 miles
    Test number
    337647871022
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteN/s front tyre starting to get low on inner and outer edges
    • NoteNail in n/s rear tyre
    • NoteSlight corrosion at rear metal brake pipes
    • NoteSlight play at power rack o/s

  22. Pass39,043 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    39,043 miles
    Test number
    694557670074
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight play at steering rack

  23. Fail39,043 miles (+3,723)3 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,043 miles
    Test number
    332757070046
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight play at steering rack

  24. Pass35,320 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    35,320 miles
    Test number
    842602069056
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDamage tyre sidewalls.
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteDeterioration susp.and axle components,but not resulting in excessive movement.

  25. Fail35,320 miles (+3,737)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,320 miles
    Test number
    150661869093
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDamage tyre sidewalls.
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteDeterioration susp.and axle components,but not resulting in excessive movement.

  26. Pass31,583 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    31,583 miles
    Test number
    793537778066
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Fail31,583 miles (+3,184)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,583 miles
    Test number
    854777978046
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass28,399 miles (+3,792)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    28,399 miles
    Test number
    493889677010
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass24,607 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    24,607 miles
    Test number
    420020886093
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO/f side rear tyre tread getting low

Questions about T244 BLJ

Does T244 BLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T244 BLJ is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T244 BLJ?
The MOT on T244 BLJ is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T244 BLJ done?
T244 BLJ was recorded at 70,055 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 2,224 miles a year.
Has T244 BLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T244 BLJ has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T244 BLJ 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 T244 BLJ find?
T244 BLJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 7 advisories: central front exhaust mounting defective; nearside rear silencer corroded; nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 4 more.

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