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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T359 NLBMOT history

T359 NLB is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Jul 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 96,830 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jul 2023
Mileage
96,830 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,452 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T359 NLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T359 NLB was last recorded at 96,830 miles on 30 Jul 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,829 miles · 18 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,452 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 96,830 miles
  • 2021 – 96,580 miles
  • 2019 – 93,787 miles
  • 2018 – 90,272 miles
  • 2017 – 87,144 miles
  • 2016 – 83,219 miles
  • 2015 – 80,232 miles
  • 2014 – 74,683 miles
  • 2013 – 65,929 miles
  • 2012 – 62,201 miles
  • 2011 – 60,253 miles
  • 2010 – 56,733 miles
  • 2009 – 53,961 miles
  • 2008 – 50,950 miles
  • 2007 – 47,407 miles
  • 2006 – 40,960 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,830 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier no hold down clamp fitted (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked/perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bump rubber poor condition (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked/perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bump rubber poor condition (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Brake hose slightly chafed both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output water inside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass96,830 miles (+1)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    96,830 miles
    Test number
    948296547121
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier no hold down clamp fitted (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked/perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bump rubber poor condition (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked/perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bump rubber poor condition (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail96,829 miles (+249)1 dangerous3 major4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,829 miles
    Test number
    520254268150
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged cracked perished (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier no hold down clamp fitted (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked/perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bump rubber poor condition (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked/perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bump rubber poor condition (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged cracked/perished (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass96,580 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    96,580 miles
    Test number
    212786242961
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  4. Fail96,580 miles (+2,793)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,580 miles
    Test number
    206715742978
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  5. Pass93,787 miles (+1)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    93,787 miles
    Test number
    562474784083
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly chafed both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output water inside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail93,786 miles (+3,514)1 dangerous9 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,786 miles
    Test number
    748510671092
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly chafed both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output water inside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass90,272 miles (+3,128)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    90,272 miles
    Test number
    695540035601
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  8. Pass87,144 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    87,144 miles
    Test number
    315874827812
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Fail87,144 miles (+3,925)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,144 miles
    Test number
    736293621881
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Pass83,219 miles (+2,987)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    83,219 miles
    Test number
    933534453032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass80,232 miles (+5,549)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    80,232 miles
    Test number
    638378495067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower 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 Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail74,683 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,683 miles
    Test number
    429002504114
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass74,683 miles (+8,754)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    74,683 miles
    Test number
    818462504198
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass65,929 miles (+3,728)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    65,929 miles
    Test number
    999036893026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail62,201 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,201 miles
    Test number
    298878092045
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  16. Pass62,201 miles (+1,948)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    62,201 miles
    Test number
    427878892085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,253 miles (+3,520)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    60,253 miles
    Test number
    999989091074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,733 miles (+2,772)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    56,733 miles
    Test number
    351520700188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,961 miles (+3,011)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    53,961 miles
    Test number
    993334699005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,950 miles (+3,543)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    50,950 miles
    Test number
    194826198040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,407 miles (+6,447)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    47,407 miles
    Test number
    584482107182
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteSlight play in rack

  22. Pass40,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2007
    Odometer
    40,960 miles
    Test number
    192373746192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T359 NLB

Does T359 NLB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T359 NLB expired on 29 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T359 NLB?
The MOT on T359 NLB expired on 29 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T359 NLB done?
T359 NLB was recorded at 96,830 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2022, an average of 3,452 miles a year.
Has T359 NLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T359 NLB has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on T359 NLB 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 NLB find?
T359 NLB passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2022 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier no hold down clamp fitted; nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked/perished, and 4 more.

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