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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T281 BSDMOT history

T281 BSD is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Dec 2023 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 143,116 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Dec 2023
Mileage
143,116 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2022
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T281 BSD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T281 BSD was last recorded at 143,116 miles on 15 Dec 2022, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,104 miles · 16 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
2,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 143,116 miles
  • 2019 – 142,768 miles
  • 2016 – 142,660 miles
  • 2015 – 140,818 miles
  • 2014 – 138,907 miles
  • 2013 – 137,983 miles
  • 2011 – 135,793 miles
  • 2010 – 133,073 miles
  • 2009 – 128,500 miles
  • 2007 – 113,802 miles
  • 2006 – 106,813 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,116 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively 2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 4 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,116 miles (+12)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    143,116 miles
    Test number
    938662412494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively 2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail143,104 miles6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,104 miles
    Test number
    678909964028
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position Bonnet Catch (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Near side front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Near side front off side front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Near side rear off side rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNear side rear off side rear brake flexi pipes have cable ties on them
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail143,104 miles (+336)1 dangerous4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,104 miles
    Test number
    903763006750
    • DangerousBonnet seriously at risk of opening inadvertently Catch defective (3.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both front (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNSR OSR brake flexi pipes have cable ties on them
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass142,768 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    142,768 miles
    Test number
    790395019843
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion to all brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockabsorbers top covers insecure

  5. Fail142,768 miles (+108)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,768 miles
    Test number
    827200703902
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion to all brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockabsorbers top covers insecure

  6. Pass142,660 miles (+1,842)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    142,660 miles
    Test number
    909037750624
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced condensation (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockabsorbers top covers insecure
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  7. Pass140,818 miles (+1,911)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    140,818 miles
    Test number
    414366175861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass138,907 miles (+924)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    138,907 miles
    Test number
    866859574262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass137,983 miles (+2,190)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    137,983 miles
    Test number
    957931043265
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroded
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn at inner edge
    • NoteRear no plate deteriorated

  10. Pass135,793 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    135,793 miles
    Test number
    518234631377
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on
    • NoteEngine management warning light on
    • NoteFront brake disc's worn & lip on edges

  11. Fail135,793 miles (+2,720)7 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,793 miles
    Test number
    257203331347
    • FailureHeadlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on
    • NoteBoth front indicator lenses damaged
    • NoteEngine management warning light on
    • NoteFront brake disc's worn & lip on edges
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn in the inner and outer edge

  12. Pass133,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    133,073 miles
    Test number
    544684570298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail133,073 miles (+4,573)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,073 miles
    Test number
    623513270227
    • DangerousOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteFront brake discs worn & lip on edges
    • NoteRear number plate starting to deteriate

  14. Pass128,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    128,500 miles
    Test number
    164473379219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail128,500 miles (+2,688)5 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,500 miles
    Test number
    780063279299
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteRear no plate deteriorated

  16. Fail125,812 miles3 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,812 miles
    Test number
    602461549023
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  17. Pass125,812 miles (+12,010)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    125,812 miles
    Test number
    783671449041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  18. Pass113,802 miles (+6,989)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    113,802 miles
    Test number
    162788717256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass106,813 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    106,813 miles
    Test number
    651697846299
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T281 BSD

Does T281 BSD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T281 BSD expired on 14 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T281 BSD?
The MOT on T281 BSD expired on 14 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T281 BSD done?
T281 BSD was recorded at 143,116 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2022, an average of 2,230 miles a year.
Has T281 BSD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T281 BSD has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T281 BSD 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 T281 BSD find?
T281 BSD passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively 2, and 2 more.

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