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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

T300 AMEMOT history

T300 AME is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Jul 2002. Its MOT expired on 22 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 144,541 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Jul 2026
Mileage
144,541 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,351 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T300 AME
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
10 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T300 AME was last recorded at 144,541 miles on 23 Jul 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Jun 2020: 121,419 miles, lower than 121,592 miles on 16 Feb 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
144,541 miles · 15 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,351 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,541 miles
  • 2024 – 144,541 miles
  • 2023 – 137,518 miles
  • 2022 – 129,980 miles
  • 2021 – 126,883 miles
  • 2020 – 121,419 miles
  • 2019 – 121,592 miles
  • 2018 – 120,190 miles
  • 2017 – 119,406 miles
  • 2015 – 113,838 miles
  • 2014 – 111,517 miles
  • 2013 – 109,327 miles
  • 2012 – 107,146 miles
  • 2011 – 99,202 miles
  • 2010 – 87,922 miles
  • 2009 – 79,331 miles
  • 2008 – 69,491 miles
  • 2007 – 57,538 miles
  • 2006 – 47,296 miles
  • 2005 – 37,439 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,541 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside front level sensor detached. n/s/f repeater discolour. after market suspension fitted to front.
  • AdvisoryRear underside and sub-frame showing signs of corrosion.

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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2007–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • After market suspension fitted to front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,541 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    144,541 miles
    Test number
    406792841199
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside front level sensor detached. n/s/f repeater discolour. after market suspension fitted to front.
    • AdvisoryRear underside and sub-frame showing signs of corrosion.

  2. Pass144,541 miles (+7,023)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    144,541 miles
    Test number
    231650431016
    • AdvisoryAftermarket suspension fitted to front
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside front level sensor detacthed
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear underside and subframe showing signs of corrosion

  3. Pass137,518 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    137,518 miles
    Test number
    327967462622
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAfter market suspension fitted to front
    • AdvisoryOff side front level sensor detached

  4. Fail137,515 miles (+7,535)3 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,515 miles
    Test number
    617741159711
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached fitted incorrectly (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Steering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings rack end inner (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached fitted incorrectly (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure mounting braket (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded be hind fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAfter market suspension fitted to front
    • AdvisoryOff side front level sensor detached

  5. Pass129,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    129,980 miles
    Test number
    142745205259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail129,980 miles (+3,097)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,980 miles
    Test number
    568164065395
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass126,883 miles (+5,464)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    126,883 miles
    Test number
    199575175302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass121,419 miles (-173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    121,419 miles
    Test number
    716948155633
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass121,592 miles (+1,402)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    121,592 miles
    Test number
    382742176040
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass120,190 miles (+784)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    120,190 miles
    Test number
    539403732668
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both inner pads low (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass119,406 miles (+5,568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    119,406 miles
    Test number
    600242407559
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass113,838 miles (+2,321)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    113,838 miles
    Test number
    389783784603
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryMil lamp on

  13. Pass111,517 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    111,517 miles
    Test number
    609231504376
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail111,517 miles (+2,190)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,517 miles
    Test number
    958350104359
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass109,327 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    109,327 miles
    Test number
    945035093266
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres wearing low
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteAdvise deep perishing at n/s/f tyre inner wall
    • NoteAdvise movement at both front lower suspenion arm rear bushes
    • NoteAdvise sill covers fitted
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail109,327 miles (+2,181)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,327 miles
    Test number
    837621393264
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres wearing low
    • NoteAdvise both front tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteAdvise deep perishing at n/s/f tyre inner wall
    • NoteAdvise movement at both front lower suspenion arm rear bushes
    • NoteAdvise sill covers fitted
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass107,146 miles (+7,944)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    107,146 miles
    Test number
    129384252206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has slight damage to outer side wall

  18. Pass99,202 miles (+11,280)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    99,202 miles
    Test number
    297248821212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass87,922 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    87,922 miles
    Test number
    324360530253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSmall cut in side wall of nearside front tyre

  20. Fail87,922 miles (+8,591)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,922 miles
    Test number
    971630130235
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteSmall cut in side wall of nearside front tyre

  21. Pass79,331 miles (+9,840)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    79,331 miles
    Test number
    381111639214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass69,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    69,491 miles
    Test number
    832943518292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail69,491 miles (+11,953)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,491 miles
    Test number
    142073318230
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  24. Pass57,538 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    57,538 miles
    Test number
    951548197115
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/f headlamp has had beam image kick up turned off

  25. Fail57,538 miles (+10,242)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,538 miles
    Test number
    713858497129
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass47,296 miles (+156)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    47,296 miles
    Test number
    392046896104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail47,140 miles (+9,701)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,140 miles
    Test number
    330113896138
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteScreen has two stone ships one has been repaired but is very large.

  28. Pass37,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    37,439 miles
    Test number
    644209495137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T300 AME

Does T300 AME currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T300 AME expired on 22 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T300 AME?
The MOT on T300 AME expired on 22 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T300 AME done?
T300 AME was recorded at 144,541 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2025, an average of 5,351 miles a year.
Has T300 AME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T300 AME has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T300 AME ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Jun 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T300 AME find?
T300 AME passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front lower anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; oil leak, but not excessive; rear coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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