BMW 3 Series
Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc
T301 FBLMOT history
T301 FBL is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 8 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 21 MOT tests, with 127,327 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 18 Nov 2026
- Mileage
- 127,327 mi
- At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
- MOT tests
- 21
- 20 passed · 1 failed
- Per year
- 4,440 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T301 FBL
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 3 Series
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,793 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 8 Dec 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 18 Nov 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 18 Nov 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
T301 FBL was last recorded at 127,327 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 1,829 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 125,498 miles · 9 Nov 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 1,829 miles
- Average per year
- 4,440 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 127,327 miles
- 2024 – 125,498 miles
- 2023 – 123,248 miles
- 2022 – 122,200 miles
- 2021 – 120,317 miles
- 2020 – 115,684 miles
- 2019 – 110,532 miles
- 2018 – 105,488 miles
- 2017 – 102,748 miles
- 2016 – 98,921 miles
- 2015 – 94,282 miles
- 2014 – 88,588 miles
- 2013 – 82,215 miles
- 2012 – 75,479 miles
- 2011 – 71,316 miles
- 2010 – 65,082 miles
- 2009 – 59,179 miles
- 2008 – 54,526 miles
- 2007 – 47,694 miles
- 2006 – 40,570 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass127,327 miles
- MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront N/S & O/S Front hub carriers corroded.
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread At limit of advisory. (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake dust shield plate loose
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryRear Lower Heel board areas are corroded. N/S & O/S
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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024
Full MOT history
21 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass127,327 miles (+1,829)1 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Nov 2026
- Odometer
- 127,327 miles
- Test number
- 807491089695
- MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront N/S & O/S Front hub carriers corroded.
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread At limit of advisory. (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake dust shield plate loose
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Lower Heel board areas are corroded. N/S & O/S
Pass125,498 miles (+2,250)1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Nov 2025
- Odometer
- 125,498 miles
- Test number
- 885995191960
- MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged Retaining clip missing. (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront N/S & O/S Hub carriers corroded and front suspension cross member.
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Lower N/S & O/S Heel board to floor and inner sill to outer sill areas corroded at sill end
Pass123,248 miles (+1,048)1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 123,248 miles
- Test number
- 224586646870
- MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged centre ferrule clip missing (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule offside & nearside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Pass122,200 miles (+1,883)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 18 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 122,200 miles
- Test number
- 157942935735
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded at hose joint (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear metal pipe corroded above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded at hose joint (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged damage (rubbing ) on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear both rear wheel arches corroded
- AdvisoryRear slight corrosion to rear inner sills and jacking points
Pass120,317 miles (+84)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 18 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 120,317 miles
- Test number
- 262343086910
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail120,233 miles (+4,549)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 120,233 miles
- Test number
- 241460633030
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
Pass115,684 miles (+5,152)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 115,684 miles
- Test number
- 811071736990
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded, by fuel tank
Pass110,532 miles (+5,044)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 110,532 miles
- Test number
- 955713241407
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass105,488 miles (+2,740)
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2019
- Odometer
- 105,488 miles
- Test number
- 950120407602
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass102,748 miles (+3,827)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2018
- Odometer
- 102,748 miles
- Test number
- 358977593091
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass98,921 miles (+4,639)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2017
- Odometer
- 98,921 miles
- Test number
- 163414029426
- AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass94,282 miles (+5,694)
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2016
- Odometer
- 94,282 miles
- Test number
- 588226105144
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass88,588 miles (+6,373)
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2015
- Odometer
- 88,588 miles
- Test number
- 828971124170
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass82,215 miles (+6,736)
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2014
- Odometer
- 82,215 miles
- Test number
- 176017423111
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass75,479 miles (+4,163)
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2013
- Odometer
- 75,479 miles
- Test number
- 258954822155
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass71,316 miles (+6,234)
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2012
- Odometer
- 71,316 miles
- Test number
- 226119521463
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass65,082 miles (+5,903)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2011
- Odometer
- 65,082 miles
- Test number
- 331767810172
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass59,179 miles (+4,653)3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2010
- Odometer
- 59,179 miles
- Test number
- 402529419107
- NoteRear tyres 2.5-3mm
- NoteSome corrosion all brake discs
- NoteSome wear front control arm brackets
Pass54,526 miles (+6,832)
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2009
- Odometer
- 54,526 miles
- Test number
- 844727428158
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass47,694 miles (+7,124)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2008
- Odometer
- 47,694 miles
- Test number
- 423753027117
- 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)
- 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)
Pass40,570 miles
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2007
- Odometer
- 40,570 miles
- Test number
- 100025826116
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T301 FBL
- Does T301 FBL currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T301 FBL is valid until 18 Nov 2026.
- When is the MOT due on T301 FBL?
- The MOT on T301 FBL is valid until 18 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T301 FBL done?
- T301 FBL was recorded at 127,327 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 4,440 miles a year.
- Has T301 FBL ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T301 FBL has failed 1 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2021.
- Has the mileage on T301 FBL 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 T301 FBL find?
- T301 FBL passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: offside front windscreen wiper blade defective; front n/s & o/s front hub carriers corroded.; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread at limit of advisory., and 9 more.
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