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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T297 DWLMOT history

T297 DWL is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 112,836 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Feb 2023
Mileage
112,836 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,573 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T297 DWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T297 DWL was last recorded at 112,836 miles on 14 Feb 2022, 40 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,796 miles · 18 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
40 miles
Average per year
4,573 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 112,836 miles
  • 2021 – 112,796 miles
  • 2020 – 112,405 miles
  • 2019 – 107,977 miles
  • 2018 – 106,750 miles
  • 2017 – 104,971 miles
  • 2016 – 86,976 miles
  • 2015 – 83,602 miles
  • 2014 – 77,318 miles
  • 2013 – 74,900 miles
  • 2012 – 72,683 miles
  • 2011 – 70,659 miles
  • 2010 – 65,321 miles
  • 2009 – 55,041 miles
  • 2008 – 48,039 miles
  • 2007 – 42,666 miles
  • 2006 – 40,100 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,836 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 20 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,836 miles (+40)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    112,836 miles
    Test number
    303007854437
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail112,796 miles (+391)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,796 miles
    Test number
    396711269691
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass112,405 miles (+4,428)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    112,405 miles
    Test number
    326530151033
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass107,977 miles (+1,227)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    107,977 miles
    Test number
    824109526171
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass106,750 miles (+1,779)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    106,750 miles
    Test number
    642410448258
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material *** ALL *** (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise check nearside number plate light bulb / connection

  6. Pass104,971 miles (+17,995)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    104,971 miles
    Test number
    866508582105
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryAdvise check nearside number plate bulb / connection

  7. Pass86,976 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    86,976 miles
    Test number
    928014993483
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail86,976 miles (+3,374)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,976 miles
    Test number
    309554823401
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail83,602 miles (+3,279)7 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,602 miles
    Test number
    787559025233
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear wheel bearing noisy

  10. Pass80,323 miles (+3,005)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    80,323 miles
    Test number
    145839675077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,318 miles (+2,418)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    77,318 miles
    Test number
    886374874003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass74,900 miles (+2,217)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    74,900 miles
    Test number
    748831393174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,683 miles (+2,024)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    72,683 miles
    Test number
    597790702271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,659 miles (+5,338)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    70,659 miles
    Test number
    987913281154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    65,321 miles
    Test number
    292528480415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail65,231 miles (+10,190)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,231 miles
    Test number
    793148080149
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  17. Pass55,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    55,041 miles
    Test number
    201840779154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,041 miles (+7,002)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,041 miles
    Test number
    821610179199
    • FailureRear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass48,039 miles (+5,373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    48,039 miles
    Test number
    140669988443
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass42,666 miles (+2,566)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    42,666 miles
    Test number
    712488477071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  21. Pass40,100 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    40,100 miles
    Test number
    483299676062
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T297 DWL

Does T297 DWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T297 DWL expired on 13 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T297 DWL?
The MOT on T297 DWL expired on 13 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T297 DWL done?
T297 DWL was recorded at 112,836 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2022, an average of 4,573 miles a year.
Has T297 DWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T297 DWL has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T297 DWL 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 T297 DWL find?
T297 DWL passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2022 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside front headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output; oil leak, but not excessive.

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