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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T275 VAPMOT history

T275 VAP is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 195,434 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Sept 2023
Mileage
195,434 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,171 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T275 VAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T275 VAP was last recorded at 195,434 miles on 23 Sept 2022, 627 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,807 miles · 10 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
627 miles
Average per year
7,171 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 195,434 miles
  • 2021 – 194,807 miles
  • 2020 – 191,875 miles
  • 2019 – 185,946 miles
  • 2018 – 176,367 miles
  • 2017 – 167,976 miles
  • 2016 – 161,076 miles
  • 2015 – 155,293 miles
  • 2014 – 145,846 miles
  • 2013 – 131,369 miles
  • 2012 – 114,883 miles
  • 2011 – 105,620 miles
  • 2009 – 99,686 miles
  • 2008 – 93,733 miles
  • 2007 – 87,200 miles
  • 2006 – 76,485 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,434 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front indicators (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower arm ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass195,434 miles (+627)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    195,434 miles
    Test number
    758107546618
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front indicators (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower arm ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass194,807 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    194,807 miles
    Test number
    621720699093
    • AdvisoryElectronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Fail194,772 miles (+2,897)4 dangerous13 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,772 miles
    Test number
    164041250306
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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 carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass191,875 miles (+5,929)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    191,875 miles
    Test number
    897888619899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass185,946 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    185,946 miles
    Test number
    692482696774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail185,945 miles (+9,578)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,945 miles
    Test number
    493010646982
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass176,367 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    176,367 miles
    Test number
    350579443367
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear outer sill nearside rear floor corroded

  8. Fail176,367 miles (+8,391)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,367 miles
    Test number
    863820219083
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear outer sill nearside rear floor corroded

  9. Pass167,976 miles (+129)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    167,976 miles
    Test number
    613417270791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail167,847 miles (+6,771)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,847 miles
    Test number
    624294507786
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded OUTER SILL (2.4.A.3)

  11. Pass161,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    161,076 miles
    Test number
    161982133451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail161,076 miles (+5,783)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,076 miles
    Test number
    888479391724
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass155,293 miles (+9,447)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    155,293 miles
    Test number
    495865615025
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn inner edges

  14. Pass145,846 miles (+14,477)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    145,846 miles
    Test number
    417043844005
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass131,369 miles (+16,486)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    131,369 miles
    Test number
    699792623049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass114,883 miles (+9,263)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    114,883 miles
    Test number
    668893812034
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSlight bind nearside front wheel

  17. Pass105,620 miles (+5,934)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    105,620 miles
    Test number
    495466001090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass99,686 miles (+5,953)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    99,686 miles
    Test number
    813669029394
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass93,733 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    93,733 miles
    Test number
    813655178275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  20. Fail93,733 miles (+6,533)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,733 miles
    Test number
    424165978259
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass87,200 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    87,200 miles
    Test number
    340931677268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail87,200 miles (+2,386)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,200 miles
    Test number
    860438567290
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass84,814 miles (+8,329)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    84,814 miles
    Test number
    744470857031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass76,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    76,485 miles
    Test number
    773691256011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail76,485 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,485 miles
    Test number
    992841156054
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Questions about T275 VAP

Does T275 VAP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T275 VAP expired on 22 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T275 VAP?
The MOT on T275 VAP expired on 22 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T275 VAP done?
T275 VAP was recorded at 195,434 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2022, an average of 7,171 miles a year.
Has T275 VAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T275 VAP has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on T275 VAP 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 T275 VAP find?
T275 VAP passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2022 with 5 advisories: exhaust noisy; front direction indicator slightly discoloured both front indicators; front suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower arm ball joints, and 2 more.

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