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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T247 AYXMOT history

T247 AYX is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Aug 2022 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 202,376 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Aug 2022
Mileage
202,376 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,448 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T247 AYX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T247 AYX was last recorded at 202,376 miles on 4 Aug 2022, 1,109 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
201,267 miles · 6 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
1,109 miles
Average per year
6,448 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 202,376 miles
  • 2021 – 201,267 miles
  • 2020 – 199,898 miles
  • 2019 – 198,110 miles
  • 2018 – 196,270 miles
  • 2016 – 193,920 miles
  • 2015 – 191,891 miles
  • 2014 – 185,272 miles
  • 2013 – 179,586 miles
  • 2012 – 173,535 miles
  • 2011 – 160,523 miles
  • 2010 – 144,513 miles
  • 2009 – 134,980 miles
  • 2008 – 125,558 miles
  • 2007 – 113,157 miles
  • 2006 – 100,641 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail202,376 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill back (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill back (6.1.1 (c) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2007–2011

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail202,376 miles (+1,109)2 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,376 miles
    Test number
    457788799440
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill back (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill back (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass201,267 miles (+1,369)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    201,267 miles
    Test number
    839052805187
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass199,898 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2021
    Odometer
    199,898 miles
    Test number
    524695291018
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills and over sills fitted (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail199,897 miles (+1,787)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,897 miles
    Test number
    999996901692
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass198,110 miles (+1,840)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    198,110 miles
    Test number
    472704736688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass196,270 miles (+8)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    196,270 miles
    Test number
    517620838165
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front track rod ends worn
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front wings
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryOs and ns outer and sill backs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear shockabsorber cassings worn

  7. Fail196,262 miles (+2,342)8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,262 miles
    Test number
    767748907913
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front track rod ends worn
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryOil leval low
    • AdvisoryRear shockabsorber cassings worn

  8. Pass193,920 miles (+2,029)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    193,920 miles
    Test number
    967447875357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass191,891 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    191,891 miles
    Test number
    346826394100
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail191,891 miles (+6,619)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,891 miles
    Test number
    699439430694
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass185,272 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    185,272 miles
    Test number
    545281014370
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  12. Fail185,272 miles (+5,686)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,272 miles
    Test number
    598720114397
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  13. Pass179,586 miles (+6,051)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    179,586 miles
    Test number
    259306313387
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass173,535 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    173,535 miles
    Test number
    627414512343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail173,446 miles (+12,923)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,446 miles
    Test number
    865916202311
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass160,523 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    160,523 miles
    Test number
    759085311324
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront and rear registration plates have got honycomb background
    • NoteNearside rear parking brake could work better

  17. Fail160,523 miles (+16,010)9 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,523 miles
    Test number
    467634911474
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront and rear registration plates have got honycomb background

  18. Pass144,513 miles (+9,533)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    144,513 miles
    Test number
    391699610303
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront and rear registration plates have got honycomb background
    • NoteNearside rear parking brake could work better

  19. Pass134,980 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    134,980 miles
    Test number
    150306819308
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs are slightly worn
    • NoteFront and rear registration plates has got honycomb background

  20. Fail134,980 miles (+9,422)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,980 miles
    Test number
    721015519328
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs are slightly worn
    • NoteFront and rear registration plates has got honycomb background

  21. Pass125,558 miles (+12,401)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    125,558 miles
    Test number
    960757918378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass113,157 miles (+12,516)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    113,157 miles
    Test number
    250617207329
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass100,641 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    100,641 miles
    Test number
    340837796447
    • NoteAdvise rear brake pads look low

Questions about T247 AYX

Does T247 AYX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T247 AYX expired on 5 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T247 AYX?
The MOT on T247 AYX expired on 5 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T247 AYX done?
T247 AYX was recorded at 202,376 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2022, an average of 6,448 miles a year.
Has T247 AYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T247 AYX has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T247 AYX 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 T247 AYX find?
T247 AYX failed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2022 with 2 dangerous defects and 8 major defects: offside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 7 more.

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