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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

T31 BJTMOT history

T31 BJT is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 31 Oct 2022 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 128,877 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Oct 2022
Mileage
128,877 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2021
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,816 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T31 BJT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T31 BJT was last recorded at 128,877 miles on 1 Nov 2021, 1,629 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,248 miles · 17 Apr 2019
Between the last two tests
1,629 miles
Average per year
3,816 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 128,877 miles
  • 2019 – 127,248 miles
  • 2018 – 124,658 miles
  • 2017 – 122,356 miles
  • 2016 – 122,151 miles
  • 2015 – 120,057 miles
  • 2014 – 110,765 miles
  • 2013 – 107,355 miles
  • 2012 – 104,722 miles
  • 2011 – 100,695 miles
  • 2010 – 93,628 miles
  • 2009 – 89,119 miles
  • 2008 – 85,516 miles
  • 2006 – 69,160 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,877 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7 mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Multiple suspension components slightly corroded but not seriously affecting its strength or causing a sharp edge/ projection (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,877 miles (+1,629)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    128,877 miles
    Test number
    119089971056
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Multiple suspension components slightly corroded but not seriously affecting its strength or causing a sharp edge/ projection (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass127,248 miles (+2,590)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    127,248 miles
    Test number
    302286326075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass124,658 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    124,658 miles
    Test number
    794505637798
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  4. Fail124,651 miles (+2,295)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,651 miles
    Test number
    829805616748
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  5. Pass122,356 miles (+205)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    122,356 miles
    Test number
    271292324949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass122,151 miles (+2,094)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    122,151 miles
    Test number
    463035874859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass120,057 miles (+485)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    120,057 miles
    Test number
    925565255187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail119,572 miles (+8,807)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,572 miles
    Test number
    417804435136
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteOffside rear seat belt used to secure rear window

  9. Pass110,765 miles (+3,410)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    110,765 miles
    Test number
    745144664090
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteWear to outer edges of both front tyres

  10. Pass107,355 miles (+2,633)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    107,355 miles
    Test number
    105951763412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass104,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    104,722 miles
    Test number
    238348052012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail104,722 miles (+4,027)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,722 miles
    Test number
    669248652031
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass100,695 miles (+7,067)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    100,695 miles
    Test number
    746062461033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass93,628 miles (+4,509)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    93,628 miles
    Test number
    272675250017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass89,119 miles (+90)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    89,119 miles
    Test number
    800583269041
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail89,029 miles (+3,513)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,029 miles
    Test number
    113894159085
    • FailureFront Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass85,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    85,516 miles
    Test number
    570859558062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail85,516 miles (+16,356)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,516 miles
    Test number
    174438358043
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass69,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    69,160 miles
    Test number
    284018366008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T31 BJT

Does T31 BJT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T31 BJT expired on 31 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T31 BJT?
The MOT on T31 BJT expired on 31 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T31 BJT done?
T31 BJT was recorded at 128,877 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2021, an average of 3,816 miles a year.
Has T31 BJT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T31 BJT has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on T31 BJT 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 T31 BJT find?
T31 BJT passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2021 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7 mm; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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