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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T353 CFGMOT history

T353 CFG is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 May 2025 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 217,080 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 May 2025
Mileage
217,080 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2024
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,632 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T353 CFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 May 2025
Latest MOT test
29 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T353 CFG was last recorded at 217,080 miles on 29 May 2024, 1,900 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
215,180 miles · 10 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
1,900 miles
Average per year
8,632 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 217,080 miles
  • 2023 – 215,180 miles
  • 2022 – 204,265 miles
  • 2020 – 199,826 miles
  • 2016 – 198,205 miles
  • 2015 – 190,771 miles
  • 2014 – 185,820 miles
  • 2013 – 181,175 miles
  • 2012 – 168,902 miles
  • 2011 – 147,676 miles
  • 2010 – 127,063 miles
  • 2009 – 108,867 miles
  • 2008 – 88,552 miles
  • 2007 – 69,787 miles
  • 2006 – 58,895 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,080 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front anti roll bar link lower nut looks loose but no movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass217,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    217,080 miles
    Test number
    947510576035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail217,080 miles (+1,900)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,080 miles
    Test number
    722353968368
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass215,180 miles (+10,915)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    215,180 miles
    Test number
    176410322668
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass204,265 miles (+30)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    204,265 miles
    Test number
    301203973039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front anti roll bar link lower nut looks loose but no movement

  5. Fail204,235 miles (+4,409)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,235 miles
    Test number
    666075502304
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front anti roll bar link lower nut looks loose but no movement
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks

  6. Pass199,826 miles (+1,621)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    199,826 miles
    Test number
    124516232165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass198,205 miles (+96)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    198,205 miles
    Test number
    913149706954
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  8. Fail198,109 miles (+7,338)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,109 miles
    Test number
    289225182892
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  9. Pass190,771 miles (+25)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    190,771 miles
    Test number
    655167565196
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  10. Fail190,746 miles (+4,926)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,746 miles
    Test number
    716842255170
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass185,820 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    185,820 miles
    Test number
    849237624151
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Fail185,813 miles (+4,638)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,813 miles
    Test number
    109497024163
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass181,175 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    181,175 miles
    Test number
    499003873159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear brake pipes greased difficult to inspect

  14. Fail181,175 miles (+12,273)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,175 miles
    Test number
    246308563489
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear brake pipes greased difficult to inspect

  15. Pass168,902 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    168,902 miles
    Test number
    897041722149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAir Bag warning light stays on
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded
    • NoteFront brake discs worn and corroded

  16. Fail168,894 miles (+21,218)5 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,894 miles
    Test number
    288101122407
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAir Bag warning light stays on
    • NoteExhaust back box corroded
    • NoteFront brake discs worn and corroded

  17. Pass147,676 miles (+20,613)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    147,676 miles
    Test number
    279714291099
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass127,063 miles (+18,196)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    127,063 miles
    Test number
    712540190018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass108,867 miles (+20,315)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    108,867 miles
    Test number
    570257699026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass88,552 miles (+18,765)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    88,552 miles
    Test number
    171594598490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass69,787 miles (+10,892)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    69,787 miles
    Test number
    564545327016
    • NoteAir bag light illuminated

  22. Pass58,895 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    58,895 miles
    Test number
    204062736099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail58,871 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,871 miles
    Test number
    153450936462
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T353 CFG

Does T353 CFG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T353 CFG expired on 28 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T353 CFG?
The MOT on T353 CFG expired on 28 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T353 CFG done?
T353 CFG was recorded at 217,080 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2024, an average of 8,632 miles a year.
Has T353 CFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T353 CFG has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T353 CFG 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 T353 CFG find?
T353 CFG passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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