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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T331 DWLMOT history

T331 DWL is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Jun 2025 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 79,081 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jun 2025
Mileage
79,081 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2024
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,461 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T331 DWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T331 DWL was last recorded at 79,081 miles on 6 Jun 2024, 3,136 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,945 miles · 22 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
3,136 miles
Average per year
1,461 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 79,081 miles
  • 2022 – 75,945 miles
  • 2017 – 73,962 miles
  • 2016 – 68,918 miles
  • 2015 – 66,081 miles
  • 2014 – 65,319 miles
  • 2013 – 64,565 miles
  • 2012 – 63,905 miles
  • 2011 – 63,009 miles
  • 2010 – 61,356 miles
  • 2009 – 60,105 miles
  • 2008 – 58,352 miles
  • 2007 – 57,163 miles
  • 2006 – 55,517 miles
  • 2005 – 51,153 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,081 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe, inner sills, suspension components corroded

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 Apr 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,081 miles (+3,136)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    79,081 miles
    Test number
    848243620942
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe, inner sills, suspension components corroded

  2. Pass75,945 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    75,945 miles
    Test number
    544048694273
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail75,929 miles (+1,967)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,929 miles
    Test number
    635046634980
    • MajorFront Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass73,962 miles (+5,044)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    73,962 miles
    Test number
    459344914236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass68,918 miles (+2,837)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    68,918 miles
    Test number
    123018353275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre outer sidewall slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  6. Pass66,081 miles (+5)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    66,081 miles
    Test number
    807421845111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear seatbelts slow returning
    • NoteCondensation in offside headlight but not affecting beam pattern
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished

  7. Fail66,076 miles (+757)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,076 miles
    Test number
    209606635434
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing outer wall

  8. Pass65,319 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    65,319 miles
    Test number
    207734514131
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail65,319 miles (+754)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,319 miles
    Test number
    997534014196
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass64,565 miles (+660)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    64,565 miles
    Test number
    526599413112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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 Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth headlight has slight build up of condensation

  11. Pass63,905 miles (+896)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    63,905 miles
    Test number
    529994022167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear seatbelts slow returning
    • NoteCondensation in nearside headlight (not affecting beam pattern)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished

  12. Pass63,009 miles (+1,653)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    63,009 miles
    Test number
    287967611193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly perished

  13. Pass61,356 miles (+1,251)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    61,356 miles
    Test number
    214471810424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  14. Pass60,105 miles (+1,753)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    60,105 miles
    Test number
    224001719491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,352 miles (+1,189)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    58,352 miles
    Test number
    920222128170
    • NoteNearside rear metal brake pipe corroded
    • NoteRear brake disc's corroded
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow from rear joint

  16. Pass57,163 miles (+1,646)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    57,163 miles
    Test number
    301157307151
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass55,517 miles (+4,364)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    55,517 miles
    Test number
    663548916107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2006
    Odometer
    51,153 miles
    Test number
    692127415175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T331 DWL

Does T331 DWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T331 DWL expired on 5 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T331 DWL?
The MOT on T331 DWL expired on 5 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T331 DWL done?
T331 DWL was recorded at 79,081 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2024, an average of 1,461 miles a year.
Has T331 DWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T331 DWL has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T331 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 T331 DWL find?
T331 DWL passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2024 with 4 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear; rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front & both side rear, and 1 more.

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