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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T346 AJMMOT history

T346 AJM is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 139,031 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Dec 2023
Mileage
139,031 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,144 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T346 AJM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T346 AJM was last recorded at 139,031 miles on 10 Dec 2022, 8,561 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,470 miles · 26 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
8,561 miles
Average per year
5,144 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 139,031 miles
  • 2021 – 130,470 miles
  • 2019 – 123,643 miles
  • 2018 – 120,311 miles
  • 2017 – 116,524 miles
  • 2016 – 112,055 miles
  • 2015 – 106,515 miles
  • 2014 – 103,417 miles
  • 2013 – 98,401 miles
  • 2012 – 93,053 miles
  • 2011 – 87,309 miles
  • 2010 – 83,420 miles
  • 2009 – 80,569 miles
  • 2008 – 74,213 miles
  • 2007 – 63,998 miles
  • 2006 – 53,285 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,031 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,031 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    139,031 miles
    Test number
    912504942985
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail138,900 miles (+8,430)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,900 miles
    Test number
    273713581803
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass130,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    130,470 miles
    Test number
    738508534852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail130,470 miles (+6,827)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,470 miles
    Test number
    333135241364
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass123,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    123,643 miles
    Test number
    978570796253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail123,643 miles (+3,332)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,643 miles
    Test number
    351444318573
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass120,311 miles (+3,787)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    120,311 miles
    Test number
    608673629418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass116,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    116,524 miles
    Test number
    545331283574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail116,524 miles (+4,469)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,524 miles
    Test number
    521720506358
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  10. Pass112,055 miles (+5,540)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    112,055 miles
    Test number
    999955750932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass106,515 miles (+3,098)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    106,515 miles
    Test number
    268490145180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass103,417 miles (+81)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    103,417 miles
    Test number
    876528544100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail103,336 miles (+4,935)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,336 miles
    Test number
    299374644130
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  14. Pass98,401 miles (+5,348)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    98,401 miles
    Test number
    569830643185
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass93,053 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    93,053 miles
    Test number
    355090812106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NotePower steering pump noisy

  16. Fail93,053 miles (+5,744)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,053 miles
    Test number
    438180212128
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NotePower steering pump noisy

  17. Pass87,309 miles (+12)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    87,309 miles
    Test number
    869648211184
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)
    • NotePower steering pump noisy

  18. Fail87,297 miles (+3,877)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,297 miles
    Test number
    288001211160
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

  19. Pass83,420 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    83,420 miles
    Test number
    264182410453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail83,409 miles (+2,840)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,409 miles
    Test number
    933780310167
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass80,569 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    80,569 miles
    Test number
    532029489099
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail80,569 miles (+6,356)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,569 miles
    Test number
    591099089044
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass74,213 miles (+10,215)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    74,213 miles
    Test number
    244366008469
    • NoteRear differential has a slight sweating of oil.

  24. Pass63,998 miles (+10,713)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    63,998 miles
    Test number
    702390217113
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass53,285 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    53,285 miles
    Test number
    201710506477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T346 AJM

Does T346 AJM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T346 AJM expired on 9 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T346 AJM?
The MOT on T346 AJM expired on 9 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T346 AJM done?
T346 AJM was recorded at 139,031 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2022, an average of 5,144 miles a year.
Has T346 AJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T346 AJM has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on T346 AJM 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 T346 AJM find?
T346 AJM passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2022 with 3 advisories: hydraulic leak, but not excessive; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside front anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced.

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