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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T282 MVWMOT history

T282 MVW is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Jul 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 45,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Jul 2026
Mileage
45,012 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,003 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T282 MVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T282 MVW was last recorded at 45,012 miles on 9 Jul 2025, 987 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,025 miles · 30 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
987 miles
Average per year
1,003 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 45,012 miles
  • 2024 – 44,025 miles
  • 2022 – 43,738 miles
  • 2019 – 43,543 miles
  • 2018 – 43,278 miles
  • 2017 – 42,625 miles
  • 2016 – 41,648 miles
  • 2015 – 40,288 miles
  • 2014 – 39,110 miles
  • 2013 – 37,637 miles
  • 2012 – 36,306 miles
  • 2011 – 35,471 miles
  • 2010 – 34,252 miles
  • 2009 – 32,033 miles
  • 2008 – 30,234 miles
  • 2007 – 28,368 miles
  • 2006 – 25,699 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,012 miles
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front/Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,012 miles (+987)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    45,012 miles
    Test number
    314957354230
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front/Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass44,025 miles (+287)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    44,025 miles
    Test number
    981122051715
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass43,738 miles (+195)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    43,738 miles
    Test number
    550326529696
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass43,543 miles (+265)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    43,543 miles
    Test number
    554617398404
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass43,278 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    43,278 miles
    Test number
    662478395734
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced Both sides (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both sides (3.6.B.4e)

  6. Fail43,278 miles (+653)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,278 miles
    Test number
    591705651562
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced Both sides (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both sides (3.6.B.4e)

  7. Pass42,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    42,625 miles
    Test number
    837308325667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail42,625 miles (+977)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,625 miles
    Test number
    724508096575
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  9. Pass41,648 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    41,648 miles
    Test number
    293679405317
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  10. Fail41,648 miles (+1,360)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,648 miles
    Test number
    473164103380
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass40,288 miles (+1,178)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    40,288 miles
    Test number
    859463165009
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass39,110 miles (+1,473)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    39,110 miles
    Test number
    857670974054
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass37,637 miles (+1,331)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    37,637 miles
    Test number
    148943273058
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass36,306 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    36,306 miles
    Test number
    979626982080
    • NoteAll brake discs rusty

  15. Fail36,306 miles (+835)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,306 miles
    Test number
    237696782013
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll brake discs rusty
    • NoteFront tyres cracking
    • NoteRear tyres cracking

  16. Fail35,471 miles3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,471 miles
    Test number
    438554401163
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake discs rusty and pitted

  17. Pass35,471 miles (+1,219)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    35,471 miles
    Test number
    606694501104
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake discs rusty and pitted

  18. Fail34,252 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,252 miles
    Test number
    212790090015
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront brake discs some surface rust

  19. Pass34,252 miles (+2,219)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    34,252 miles
    Test number
    572200690027
    • NoteFront brake discs some surface rust

  20. Pass32,033 miles (+1,799)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    32,033 miles
    Test number
    203797099006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,234 miles (+1,866)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    30,234 miles
    Test number
    204963098081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,368 miles (+2,669)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    28,368 miles
    Test number
    314514797045
    • NoteSome surface rust on discs

  23. Pass25,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    25,699 miles
    Test number
    824260106137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T282 MVW

Does T282 MVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T282 MVW expired on 8 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T282 MVW?
The MOT on T282 MVW expired on 8 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T282 MVW done?
T282 MVW was recorded at 45,012 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2025, an average of 1,003 miles a year.
Has T282 MVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T282 MVW has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on T282 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 T282 MVW find?
T282 MVW passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside headlamp lens slightly defective; windscreen wiper blade defective both; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front/rear, and 3 more.

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