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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T294 GJFMOT history

T294 GJF is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 105,628 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
105,628 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,220 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T294 GJF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T294 GJF was last recorded at 105,628 miles on 7 Feb 2026, 8,586 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,042 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
8,586 miles
Average per year
3,220 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,628 miles
  • 2025 – 97,042 miles
  • 2024 – 87,267 miles
  • 2023 – 78,780 miles
  • 2022 – 77,360 miles
  • 2021 – 75,593 miles
  • 2020 – 75,143 miles
  • 2019 – 73,426 miles
  • 2018 – 71,989 miles
  • 2017 – 69,859 miles
  • 2016 – 68,061 miles
  • 2015 – 66,731 miles
  • 2014 – 65,038 miles
  • 2013 – 63,406 miles
  • 2011 – 59,425 miles
  • 2010 – 57,055 miles
  • 2009 – 54,101 miles
  • 2008 – 50,486 miles
  • 2007 – 45,798 miles
  • 2005 – 40,592 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,628 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 number plate slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 29 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,628 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    105,628 miles
    Test number
    193409815002
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail105,628 miles (+8,586)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,628 miles
    Test number
    724701980628
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass97,042 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    97,042 miles
    Test number
    177717363479
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Fail97,042 miles (+9,775)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,042 miles
    Test number
    920292445807
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Pass87,267 miles (+158)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    87,267 miles
    Test number
    608048747879
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail87,109 miles (+8,329)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,109 miles
    Test number
    322333426284
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass78,780 miles (+1,420)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    78,780 miles
    Test number
    596027419186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass77,360 miles (+1,767)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    77,360 miles
    Test number
    192360362806
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass75,593 miles (+450)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    75,593 miles
    Test number
    336462729976
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly damage
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass75,143 miles (+1,717)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    75,143 miles
    Test number
    760573505660
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass73,426 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    73,426 miles
    Test number
    270832409155
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  12. Fail73,426 miles (+1,437)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,426 miles
    Test number
    475075440583
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  13. Pass71,989 miles (+2,130)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    71,989 miles
    Test number
    348668623046
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly damaged

  14. Pass69,859 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    69,859 miles
    Test number
    278707191024
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met requirement , may be in need of adjustment or repair

  15. Fail69,859 miles (+1,798)1 dangerous3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,859 miles
    Test number
    386875764590
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished on outer side wall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met requirement , may be in need of adjustment or repair

  16. Pass68,061 miles (+1,330)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    68,061 miles
    Test number
    608209232523
    • AdvisoryEngine has slight seepage of oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some testable components

  17. Pass66,731 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    66,731 miles
    Test number
    838438355012
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail66,730 miles (+1,692)1 dangerous5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,730 miles
    Test number
    448367555009
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteTraction control light on

  19. Pass65,038 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    65,038 miles
    Test number
    227342564083
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking on outer side wall

  20. Fail65,038 miles (+1,632)1 repaired6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,038 miles
    Test number
    896622864052
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking on outer side wall

  21. Pass63,406 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    63,406 miles
    Test number
    967857663041
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail63,406 miles (+3,981)2 dangerous4 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,406 miles
    Test number
    389257663029
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on

  23. Pass59,425 miles (+2,370)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    59,425 miles
    Test number
    986340591258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  24. Pass57,055 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    57,055 miles
    Test number
    682146780226
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAir bag warning light on

  25. Fail57,053 miles (+2,952)1 dangerous1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,053 miles
    Test number
    743896680287
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAir bag warning light on
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking on outer tread edge but cord not exposed

  26. Pass54,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    54,101 miles
    Test number
    460109779276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail54,101 miles (+3,615)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,101 miles
    Test number
    544189479287
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  28. Pass50,486 miles (+4,688)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    50,486 miles
    Test number
    613216688102
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAir bag light staying on

  29. Fail45,798 miles1 repaired8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,798 miles
    Test number
    592676207169
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAir bag light stays on

  30. Pass45,798 miles (+5,206)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    45,798 miles
    Test number
    732536907152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAir bag light stays on

  31. Pass40,592 miles (+255)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    40,592 miles
    Test number
    943006515379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail40,337 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,337 miles
    Test number
    782682405378
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T294 GJF

Does T294 GJF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T294 GJF is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T294 GJF?
The MOT on T294 GJF is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T294 GJF done?
T294 GJF was recorded at 105,628 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2026, an average of 3,220 miles a year.
Has T294 GJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T294 GJF has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T294 GJF 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 T294 GJF find?
T294 GJF passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: front inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both jacking points; oil leak, but not excessive; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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