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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T359 BLJMOT history

T359 BLJ is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 121,866 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2027
Mileage
121,866 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,303 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T359 BLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T359 BLJ was last recorded at 121,866 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 2,571 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,295 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,571 miles
Average per year
4,303 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,866 miles
  • 2025 – 119,295 miles
  • 2024 – 116,453 miles
  • 2023 – 113,861 miles
  • 2022 – 110,012 miles
  • 2021 – 106,340 miles
  • 2020 – 103,411 miles
  • 2019 – 98,746 miles
  • 2018 – 93,747 miles
  • 2017 – 89,143 miles
  • 2016 – 83,789 miles
  • 2015 – 79,141 miles
  • 2014 – 74,767 miles
  • 2013 – 69,612 miles
  • 2012 – 64,728 miles
  • 2011 – 59,665 miles
  • 2010 – 54,701 miles
  • 2009 – 49,832 miles
  • 2008 – 44,864 miles
  • 2007 – 39,631 miles
  • 2006 – 34,313 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,866 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play advanced stage (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play advanced stage (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres 3mm

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,866 miles (+2,571)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    121,866 miles
    Test number
    356246047557
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play advanced stage (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play advanced stage (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres 3mm

  2. Pass119,295 miles (+2,842)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    119,295 miles
    Test number
    674612833161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner tie rod (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner tie rod (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass116,453 miles (+65)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    116,453 miles
    Test number
    530383806037
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail116,388 miles (+2,527)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,388 miles
    Test number
    880185798606
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floorpan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass113,861 miles (+3,849)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    113,861 miles
    Test number
    372891977456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass110,012 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    110,012 miles
    Test number
    490054639312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail110,012 miles (+3,672)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,012 miles
    Test number
    482224313588
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass106,340 miles (+2,929)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    106,340 miles
    Test number
    720683829054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass103,411 miles (+4,665)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    103,411 miles
    Test number
    830117109840
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass98,746 miles (+4,999)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    98,746 miles
    Test number
    453007924848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,747 miles (+4,604)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    93,747 miles
    Test number
    378860408101
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass89,143 miles (+5,354)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    89,143 miles
    Test number
    516339288333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass83,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    83,789 miles
    Test number
    396928200672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail83,789 miles (+4,648)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,789 miles
    Test number
    596655840439
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass79,141 miles (+4,374)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    79,141 miles
    Test number
    765725155148
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear reg plate faded characters and plate distorted

  16. Pass74,767 miles (+5,155)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    74,767 miles
    Test number
    378503334170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,612 miles (+4,884)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    69,612 miles
    Test number
    376688943194
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  18. Pass64,728 miles (+5,063)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    64,728 miles
    Test number
    319350962196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass59,665 miles (+4,964)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    59,665 miles
    Test number
    175977841139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,701 miles (+4,869)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    54,701 miles
    Test number
    782859450134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,832 miles (+4,968)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    49,832 miles
    Test number
    780536449183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,864 miles (+5,233)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    44,864 miles
    Test number
    620689858109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,631 miles (+5,318)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    39,631 miles
    Test number
    332459057161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,313 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    34,313 miles
    Test number
    404633556183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T359 BLJ

Does T359 BLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T359 BLJ is valid until 28 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T359 BLJ?
The MOT on T359 BLJ is valid until 28 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T359 BLJ done?
T359 BLJ was recorded at 121,866 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 4,303 miles a year.
Has T359 BLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T359 BLJ has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T359 BLJ 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 T359 BLJ find?
T359 BLJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play advanced stage; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play advanced stage, and 1 more.

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