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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T269 FBWMOT history

T269 FBW is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 261,192 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Nov 2022
Mileage
261,192 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2021
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
10,725 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T269 FBW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T269 FBW was last recorded at 261,192 miles on 27 Nov 2021, 6,315 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
254,877 miles · 19 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
6,315 miles
Average per year
10,725 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 261,192 miles
  • 2020 – 254,877 miles
  • 2019 – 240,487 miles
  • 2018 – 226,313 miles
  • 2017 – 202,685 miles
  • 2016 – 183,378 miles
  • 2015 – 162,251 miles
  • 2014 – 154,868 miles
  • 2013 – 146,420 miles
  • 2012 – 136,769 miles
  • 2011 – 126,533 miles
  • 2010 – 118,113 miles
  • 2009 – 111,041 miles
  • 2008 – 101,219 miles
  • 2007 – 93,053 miles
  • 2006 – 90,736 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass261,192 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective n/s & o/s front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective n/s & o/s front (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 5 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass261,192 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    261,192 miles
    Test number
    814952866463
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective n/s & o/s front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective n/s & o/s front (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail261,192 miles (+6,315)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    261,192 miles
    Test number
    405399139274
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working n/s & o/s front (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective n/s & o/s front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective n/s & o/s front (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass254,877 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    254,877 miles
    Test number
    609708548463
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded n/s & o/s front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail254,877 miles (+14,390)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,877 miles
    Test number
    373648757400
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin n/s & o/s rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded n/s & o/s front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass240,487 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    240,487 miles
    Test number
    368570895513
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing covered with duct tape
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arch covered with duct tape both sides
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  6. Fail240,487 miles (+14,174)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,487 miles
    Test number
    279481393374
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing covered with duct tape
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arch covered with duct tape both sides
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Pass226,313 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    226,313 miles
    Test number
    573054895518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail226,313 miles (+23,628)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,313 miles
    Test number
    179907457713
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  9. Pass202,685 miles (+19,307)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    202,685 miles
    Test number
    505475194718
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass183,378 miles (+21,127)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    183,378 miles
    Test number
    404255885490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass162,251 miles (+7,383)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    162,251 miles
    Test number
    997249615002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  12. Pass154,868 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    154,868 miles
    Test number
    326170834055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail154,859 miles (+8,439)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,859 miles
    Test number
    727849524017
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Fail146,420 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,420 miles
    Test number
    106258623056
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass146,420 miles (+9,651)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    146,420 miles
    Test number
    127238323085
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass136,769 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    136,769 miles
    Test number
    859583932093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail136,765 miles (+10,232)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,765 miles
    Test number
    135142332499
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass126,533 miles (+8,420)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    126,533 miles
    Test number
    515652431000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass118,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    118,113 miles
    Test number
    171330930069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail118,113 miles (+7,072)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,113 miles
    Test number
    842899120089
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Fail111,041 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,041 miles
    Test number
    250001939085
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  22. Pass111,041 miles (+9,822)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    111,041 miles
    Test number
    824871339074
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  23. Pass101,219 miles (+8,166)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    101,219 miles
    Test number
    813322038011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension 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 Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass93,053 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    93,053 miles
    Test number
    123264327006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail93,053 miles (+2,317)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,053 miles
    Test number
    510504227004
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass90,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    90,736 miles
    Test number
    132225606470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T269 FBW

Does T269 FBW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T269 FBW expired on 26 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T269 FBW?
The MOT on T269 FBW expired on 26 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T269 FBW done?
T269 FBW was recorded at 261,192 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2021, an average of 10,725 miles a year.
Has T269 FBW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T269 FBW has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T269 FBW 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 T269 FBW find?
T269 FBW passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2021 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective n/s & o/s front; windscreen wiper blade defective n/s & o/s front; child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 2 more.

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