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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T361 BSOMOT history

T361 BSO is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 103,527 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Apr 2023
Mileage
103,527 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,332 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T361 BSO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T361 BSO was last recorded at 103,527 miles on 29 Apr 2022, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,515 miles · 25 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
4,332 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 103,527 miles
  • 2021 – 87,343 miles
  • 2019 – 74,775 miles
  • 2018 – 70,491 miles
  • 2017 – 68,250 miles
  • 2016 – 66,514 miles
  • 2015 – 62,595 miles
  • 2014 – 59,316 miles
  • 2013 – 55,899 miles
  • 2012 – 52,455 miles
  • 2011 – 48,589 miles
  • 2010 – 46,447 miles
  • 2009 – 44,560 miles
  • 2008 – 41,504 miles
  • 2007 – 36,304 miles
  • 2006 – 33,338 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,527 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))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.

  • Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,527 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    103,527 miles
    Test number
    565219915630
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail103,515 miles (+16,172)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,515 miles
    Test number
    348238128382
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass87,343 miles (+12,568)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    87,343 miles
    Test number
    296414424651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass74,775 miles (+4,284)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    74,775 miles
    Test number
    882243197116
    • AdvisoryNo warning lights on dash time of test

  5. Pass70,491 miles (+2,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    70,491 miles
    Test number
    999649958468
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  6. Pass68,250 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    68,250 miles
    Test number
    418306767648
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides out too hoses (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded down inside of inner chassis leg (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. O/S poor readings (3.7.B.6b)

  7. Fail68,250 miles (+1,736)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,250 miles
    Test number
    624804036784
    • Repaired at testNearside Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides out too hoses (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded down inside of inner chassis leg (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. O/S poor readings (3.7.B.6b)

  8. Pass66,514 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    66,514 miles
    Test number
    863894402859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail66,459 miles (+3,864)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,459 miles
    Test number
    925269645079
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass62,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    62,595 miles
    Test number
    979799795041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail62,595 miles (+3,279)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,595 miles
    Test number
    495579195059
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  12. Pass59,316 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    59,316 miles
    Test number
    207527004456
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  13. Fail59,316 miles (+3,417)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,316 miles
    Test number
    806996604156
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  14. Pass55,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    55,899 miles
    Test number
    245086383038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail55,888 miles (+3,433)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,888 miles
    Test number
    719606083019
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass52,455 miles (+3,866)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    52,455 miles
    Test number
    109141902195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass48,589 miles (+2,142)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    48,589 miles
    Test number
    377753551007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass46,447 miles (+1,887)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    46,447 miles
    Test number
    741323760054
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  19. Pass44,560 miles (+62)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    44,560 miles
    Test number
    911592079043
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Fail44,498 miles (+2,994)3 dangerous2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,498 miles
    Test number
    652931169035
    • DangerousNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass41,504 miles (+5,200)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    41,504 miles
    Test number
    830971618090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    36,304 miles
    Test number
    103479427054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail36,304 miles (+2,966)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,304 miles
    Test number
    110486327413
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f steering tie rod

  24. Pass33,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    33,338 miles
    Test number
    573756746006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail33,338 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,338 miles
    Test number
    101835446017
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T361 BSO

Does T361 BSO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T361 BSO expired on 28 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T361 BSO?
The MOT on T361 BSO expired on 28 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T361 BSO done?
T361 BSO was recorded at 103,527 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2022, an average of 4,332 miles a year.
Has T361 BSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T361 BSO has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on T361 BSO 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 T361 BSO find?
T361 BSO passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2022 with 1 advisory: nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor.

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