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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T371 AYXMOT history

T371 AYX is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Apr 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 148,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Apr 2024
Mileage
148,970 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,744 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T371 AYX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T371 AYX was last recorded at 148,970 miles on 7 Apr 2023, 266 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,704 miles · 31 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
266 miles
Average per year
4,744 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 148,970 miles
  • 2021 – 148,704 miles
  • 2019 – 143,290 miles
  • 2017 – 133,988 miles
  • 2016 – 130,450 miles
  • 2015 – 127,842 miles
  • 2014 – 125,386 miles
  • 2013 – 122,541 miles
  • 2012 – 117,235 miles
  • 2011 – 107,524 miles
  • 2010 – 95,916 miles
  • 2009 – 91,831 miles
  • 2008 – 87,457 miles
  • 2007 – 80,451 miles
  • 2006 – 69,760 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,970 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • General age related surface corrosion under vehicle.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,970 miles (+266)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    148,970 miles
    Test number
    848620456890
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass148,704 miles (+615)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    148,704 miles
    Test number
    575802374850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass148,089 miles (+38)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    148,089 miles
    Test number
    549362580356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail148,051 miles (+4,761)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,051 miles
    Test number
    702469781512
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass143,290 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    143,290 miles
    Test number
    976076960811
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral age related surface corrosion under vehicle.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail143,288 miles (+9,300)3 dangerous7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,288 miles
    Test number
    657896766330
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault Slight obstruction, still able to see Airbag light. (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorTyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral age related surface corrosion under vehicle.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass133,988 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    133,988 miles
    Test number
    159138483017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail133,988 miles (+3,538)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,988 miles
    Test number
    163535672093
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass130,450 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    130,450 miles
    Test number
    554425242050
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion n/s and o/s front floor pans

  10. Fail130,450 miles (+2,608)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,450 miles
    Test number
    384786340335
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion n/s and o/s front floor pans

  11. Pass127,842 miles (+2,456)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    127,842 miles
    Test number
    300846327773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass125,386 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    125,386 miles
    Test number
    327676574252
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/r tyre side walls cracking

  13. Fail125,386 miles (+2,845)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,386 miles
    Test number
    779706174226
    • Repaired at testFuel tank insecure (7.2.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/r tyre side walls cracking

  14. Pass122,541 miles (+5,306)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    122,541 miles
    Test number
    456510763298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass117,235 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    117,235 miles
    Test number
    515928652261
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  16. Fail117,233 miles (+9,709)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,233 miles
    Test number
    867007652285
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  17. Pass107,524 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    107,524 miles
    Test number
    285999841276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail107,524 miles (+11,608)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,524 miles
    Test number
    395319341440
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass95,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    95,916 miles
    Test number
    422570220442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail95,916 miles (+4,085)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,916 miles
    Test number
    820409110371
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass91,831 miles (+4,374)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    91,831 miles
    Test number
    662169979229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCut in nearside front tyre outer wall

  22. Pass87,457 miles (+7,006)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    87,457 miles
    Test number
    504191178220
    • NoteMovment in both front lower ball joints

  23. Pass80,451 miles (+10,691)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    80,451 miles
    Test number
    850807307206
    • NoteSLIGHT WEAR IN BOTH FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER BALL-JOINTS.

  24. Pass69,760 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    69,760 miles
    Test number
    720407506247
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE PADS NEAR LIMIT.
    • NoteFRONT EXHAUST MOUNT INCOMPLETE.
    • NoteWEAR IN STEERING RACK-O/S.

Questions about T371 AYX

Does T371 AYX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T371 AYX expired on 6 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T371 AYX?
The MOT on T371 AYX expired on 6 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T371 AYX done?
T371 AYX was recorded at 148,970 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2023, an average of 4,744 miles a year.
Has T371 AYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T371 AYX has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on T371 AYX 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 T371 AYX find?
T371 AYX passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2023 with 6 advisories: nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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