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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T274 MVWMOT history

T274 MVW is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 116,328 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Sept 2023
Mileage
116,328 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2022
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,060 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T274 MVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T274 MVW was last recorded at 116,328 miles on 29 Sept 2022, 9,573 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,755 miles · 30 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
9,573 miles
Average per year
5,060 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 116,328 miles
  • 2021 – 106,755 miles
  • 2020 – 99,327 miles
  • 2019 – 91,612 miles
  • 2018 – 86,438 miles
  • 2017 – 81,030 miles
  • 2016 – 74,498 miles
  • 2015 – 69,651 miles
  • 2014 – 65,822 miles
  • 2013 – 61,669 miles
  • 2012 – 56,957 miles
  • 2011 – 53,458 miles
  • 2010 – 49,314 miles
  • 2009 – 44,784 miles
  • 2008 – 39,452 miles
  • 2007 – 35,850 miles
  • 2006 – 33,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,328 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryBack box casing has corroded but has no leaks

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.

  • Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass116,328 miles (+9,573)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    116,328 miles
    Test number
    402817084710
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBack box casing has corroded but has no leaks

  2. Pass106,755 miles (+7,428)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    106,755 miles
    Test number
    550950258326
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass99,327 miles (+7,715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    99,327 miles
    Test number
    633471723572
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass91,612 miles (+5,174)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,612 miles
    Test number
    897928732920
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass86,438 miles (+5,408)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    86,438 miles
    Test number
    241374375046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,030 miles (+6,532)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    81,030 miles
    Test number
    369209386200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass74,498 miles (+4,847)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    74,498 miles
    Test number
    923957066940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass69,651 miles (+3,829)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    69,651 miles
    Test number
    185998795186
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass65,822 miles (+4,153)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    65,822 miles
    Test number
    819732204284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,669 miles (+4,712)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    61,669 miles
    Test number
    436499793187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    56,957 miles
    Test number
    269481402253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail56,957 miles (+3,499)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,957 miles
    Test number
    719799182148
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket broken, but still adequately supported.
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded, scored, and pitted. rear brake discs excessively corroded, slightly scored, and pitted.
    • NoteHeadlamp aim was too low, o/s/f too far to the right, now adjusted to correct aim.

  13. Pass53,458 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    53,458 miles
    Test number
    365500191172
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFRONT WIPERS DRY & NOISY .
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODED .

  14. Fail53,458 miles (+4,144)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,458 miles
    Test number
    486150691178
    • FailureRear coil spring incomplete (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)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFRONT WIPERS DRY & NOISY .
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODED .

  15. Pass49,314 miles (+4,530)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    49,314 miles
    Test number
    963666720199
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  16. Pass44,784 miles (+5,332)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2010
    Odometer
    44,784 miles
    Test number
    270097329199
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  17. Pass39,452 miles (+3,602)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2009
    Odometer
    39,452 miles
    Test number
    121157728174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,850 miles (+2,520)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2008
    Odometer
    35,850 miles
    Test number
    253455627461
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s rear tyer cracked on outer edge.

  19. Pass33,330 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2007
    Odometer
    33,330 miles
    Test number
    993795726128
    • NoteO/s rear tyre has cracks on ouer edge.

Questions about T274 MVW

Does T274 MVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T274 MVW expired on 29 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T274 MVW?
The MOT on T274 MVW expired on 29 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T274 MVW done?
T274 MVW was recorded at 116,328 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2022, an average of 5,060 miles a year.
Has T274 MVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T274 MVW has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2012.
Has the mileage on T274 MVW 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 T274 MVW find?
T274 MVW passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2022 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 3 more.

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