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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T274 SKHMOT history

T274 SKH is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 109,984 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
109,984 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,234 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T274 SKH
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
15 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T274 SKH was last recorded at 109,984 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 1,482 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,502 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,482 miles
Average per year
3,234 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,984 miles
  • 2025 – 108,502 miles
  • 2024 – 106,621 miles
  • 2023 – 106,110 miles
  • 2022 – 102,870 miles
  • 2021 – 95,098 miles
  • 2020 – 87,975 miles
  • 2019 – 84,412 miles
  • 2017 – 83,284 miles
  • 2015 – 81,985 miles
  • 2014 – 80,434 miles
  • 2013 – 77,645 miles
  • 2012 – 76,127 miles
  • 2011 – 74,307 miles
  • 2010 – 71,984 miles
  • 2009 – 69,705 miles
  • 2008 – 64,723 miles
  • 2007 – 55,439 miles
  • 2006 – 47,253 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,984 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Rear handbrake has very poor effort N/S/R

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,984 miles (+1,482)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    109,984 miles
    Test number
    222046997506
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass108,502 miles (+1,881)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    108,502 miles
    Test number
    537924716242
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to outer sills by jacking points rear

  3. Pass106,621 miles (+3)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    106,621 miles
    Test number
    833074612143
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake has very poor effort N/S/R
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seatbelt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (both) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to outer sill os ns,not in a prescribed aera
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

  4. Fail106,618 miles (+508)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,618 miles
    Test number
    312141116640
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (console bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect water ingress. lens in poor condition (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear handbrake has very poor effort N/S/R
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seatbelt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (both) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (both sides) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBattery flat, both front windows not working, suspect engine has misfire

  5. Pass106,110 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    106,110 miles
    Test number
    313779058029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight condensation in both headlamps
    • AdvisoryStonechip in windscreen

  6. Fail106,108 miles (+3,238)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,108 miles
    Test number
    859163861337
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight condensation in both headlamps

  7. Pass102,870 miles (+7,772)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    102,870 miles
    Test number
    473870290091
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass95,098 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    95,098 miles
    Test number
    793706350936
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted outer bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake low effort
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock abosorber corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring some components

  9. Fail95,098 miles (+7,123)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,098 miles
    Test number
    592721491110
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted outer bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake low effort
    • AdvisoryOffside rear shock abosorber corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring some components

  10. Pass87,975 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    87,975 miles
    Test number
    504463504328
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail87,975 miles (+3,563)1 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,975 miles
    Test number
    626117830987
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass84,412 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,412 miles
    Test number
    463561190852
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLong parking brake travel

  13. Fail84,412 miles (+1,128)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,412 miles
    Test number
    189745675464
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLong parking brake travel

  14. Pass83,284 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    83,284 miles
    Test number
    442786869260
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pipe is corroded.
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Fail83,284 miles (+1,299)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,284 miles
    Test number
    575376776533
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pipe is corroded.

  16. Pass81,985 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    81,985 miles
    Test number
    699835478342
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both lipped (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to perish
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Fail81,985 miles (+1,551)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,985 miles
    Test number
    356249694554
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure offside rear and both front 205/55 R16 V (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both lipped (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre starting to perish
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside steering gaiter twisted

  18. Pass80,434 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    80,434 miles
    Test number
    267858634320
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front and offside rear tyres perished/cracked 205.55.16v
    • NoteOffside wiper rubber split

  19. Fail80,434 miles (+2,789)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,434 miles
    Test number
    736258634349
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front and offside rear tyres perished/cracked 205.55.16v
    • NoteOffside wiper rubber split

  20. Pass77,645 miles3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    77,645 miles
    Test number
    826156733308
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished slightly 205.55.16v
    • NoteBoth headlamp lenses misted

  21. Fail77,645 miles (+1,518)1 failure3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,645 miles
    Test number
    785476733347
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished slightly 205.55.16v
    • NoteBoth headlamp lenses misted

  22. Pass76,127 miles (+1,820)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    76,127 miles
    Test number
    389163702391
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteHand brake travel high

  23. Pass74,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    74,307 miles
    Test number
    698998391253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail74,307 miles (+2,323)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,307 miles
    Test number
    689487291239
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  25. Pass71,984 miles (+2,279)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    71,984 miles
    Test number
    213930800367
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteHand brake travel high

  26. Pass69,705 miles (+4,982)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    69,705 miles
    Test number
    522040319383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass64,723 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    64,723 miles
    Test number
    904306328326
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  28. Fail64,723 miles (+9,284)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,723 miles
    Test number
    574164928307
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  29. Pass55,439 miles (+8,186)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    55,439 miles
    Test number
    740152007303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  30. Pass47,253 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    47,253 miles
    Test number
    162704526340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T274 SKH

Does T274 SKH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T274 SKH is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T274 SKH?
The MOT on T274 SKH is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T274 SKH done?
T274 SKH was recorded at 109,984 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 3,234 miles a year.
Has T274 SKH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T274 SKH has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T274 SKH 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 SKH find?
T274 SKH passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive.

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