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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T284 MBJMOT history

T284 MBJ is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 71,170 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Oct 2024
Mileage
71,170 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2023
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,470 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T284 MBJ
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
29 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T284 MBJ was last recorded at 71,170 miles on 11 Sept 2023, 6,648 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,522 miles · 20 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
6,648 miles
Average per year
2,470 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 71,170 miles
  • 2022 – 64,522 miles
  • 2021 – 54,671 miles
  • 2020 – 46,695 miles
  • 2019 – 41,355 miles
  • 2018 – 40,694 miles
  • 2017 – 39,715 miles
  • 2016 – 38,982 miles
  • 2015 – 38,268 miles
  • 2014 – 37,601 miles
  • 2013 – 36,912 miles
  • 2012 – 36,024 miles
  • 2011 – 35,158 miles
  • 2010 – 34,290 miles
  • 2009 – 33,425 miles
  • 2008 – 32,274 miles
  • 2007 – 30,924 miles
  • 2006 – 28,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,170 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,170 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    71,170 miles
    Test number
    899140905922
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail71,170 miles (+6,648)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,170 miles
    Test number
    679030868489
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass64,522 miles (+9,851)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    64,522 miles
    Test number
    357069789705
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass54,671 miles (+7,976)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    54,671 miles
    Test number
    479210492679
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass46,695 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    46,695 miles
    Test number
    681370796830
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail46,695 miles (+5,340)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,695 miles
    Test number
    969025021701
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass41,355 miles (+661)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    41,355 miles
    Test number
    755389364877
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass40,694 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    40,694 miles
    Test number
    388159829135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail40,693 miles (+978)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,693 miles
    Test number
    457343311364
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass39,715 miles (+733)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    39,715 miles
    Test number
    223879555079
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass38,982 miles (+714)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    38,982 miles
    Test number
    973761461828
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass38,268 miles (+667)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    38,268 miles
    Test number
    177135675185
    • NoteFront and rear number plate deteriorating
    • NoteFront brake pipes greased

  13. Pass37,601 miles (+689)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    37,601 miles
    Test number
    919130874167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing low on outer edge

  14. Pass36,912 miles (+888)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    36,912 miles
    Test number
    747793383199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,024 miles (+866)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    36,024 miles
    Test number
    697442392134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass35,158 miles (+868)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    35,158 miles
    Test number
    927434291164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,290 miles (+865)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    34,290 miles
    Test number
    732424590152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,425 miles (+1,151)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    33,425 miles
    Test number
    551244299111
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass32,274 miles (+1,350)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    32,274 miles
    Test number
    114152898164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,924 miles (+2,149)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    30,924 miles
    Test number
    681797977195
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteTyres perished

  21. Pass28,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    28,775 miles
    Test number
    173895396171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T284 MBJ

Does T284 MBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T284 MBJ expired on 1 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T284 MBJ?
The MOT on T284 MBJ expired on 1 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T284 MBJ done?
T284 MBJ was recorded at 71,170 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2023, an average of 2,470 miles a year.
Has T284 MBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T284 MBJ has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T284 MBJ 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 T284 MBJ find?
T284 MBJ passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2023 with 9 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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