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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T282 DHYMOT history

T282 DHY is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 140,613 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
140,613 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,226 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T282 DHY
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T282 DHY was last recorded at 140,613 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 740 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,873 miles · 20 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
740 miles
Average per year
1,226 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,613 miles
  • 2025 – 139,873 miles
  • 2024 – 138,939 miles
  • 2023 – 138,421 miles
  • 2021 – 137,890 miles
  • 2019 – 137,835 miles
  • 2016 – 135,425 miles
  • 2015 – 135,227 miles
  • 2013 – 133,444 miles
  • 2012 – 131,117 miles
  • 2011 – 128,048 miles
  • 2010 – 124,412 miles
  • 2009 – 121,459 miles
  • 2007 – 117,482 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,613 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Various chassis and suspension components corroded/deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,613 miles (+740)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    140,613 miles
    Test number
    909518306999
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass139,873 miles (+934)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    139,873 miles
    Test number
    893351333026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass138,939 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    138,939 miles
    Test number
    772671921961
    • AdvisoryVarious chassis and suspension components corroded/deteriorated

  4. Fail138,939 miles (+518)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,939 miles
    Test number
    417736057710
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious chassis and suspension components corroded/deteriorated

  5. Pass138,421 miles (+531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    138,421 miles
    Test number
    865415019234
    • AdvisoryVarious chassis and suspension components corroded/deteriorated

  6. Pass137,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    137,890 miles
    Test number
    964843277743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail137,890 miles (+55)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,890 miles
    Test number
    279066815459
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail137,835 miles (+2,410)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,835 miles
    Test number
    995375369363
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryElectronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion to suspension and steering parts

  9. Pass135,425 miles (+198)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    135,425 miles
    Test number
    714606389934
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass135,227 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    135,227 miles
    Test number
    726661205221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust rusty
    • NotePower steering belt worn slightly

  11. FailMileage not read4 dangerous9 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    749883864166
    • DangerousDRIVETRAIN SHAFT FRONT COUPLING JOINT DETERIORATED
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • DangerousDashboard adjuster control affecting warning lights
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureIndicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteHeadlights would benefit from realignment/ o/s adjuster inop
    • NoteRear exhaust section flange plate incomplete

  12. Fail133,444 miles (+2,327)1 dangerous4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,444 miles
    Test number
    476789583258
    • DangerousNearside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass131,117 miles (+3,069)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    131,117 miles
    Test number
    977441472207
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  14. Pass128,048 miles (+3,636)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    128,048 miles
    Test number
    528464081224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass124,412 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    124,412 miles
    Test number
    324324880293
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail124,411 miles (+2,952)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,411 miles
    Test number
    322521580291
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass121,459 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    121,459 miles
    Test number
    174071689216
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail121,458 miles (+3,976)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,458 miles
    Test number
    803939879255
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass117,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    117,482 miles
    Test number
    592602247234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail117,482 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,482 miles
    Test number
    871330247276
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T282 DHY

Does T282 DHY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T282 DHY is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T282 DHY?
The MOT on T282 DHY is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T282 DHY done?
T282 DHY was recorded at 140,613 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 1,226 miles a year.
Has T282 DHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T282 DHY has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T282 DHY 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 T282 DHY find?
T282 DHY passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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