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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T385 SPLMOT history

T385 SPL is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 67,056 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
67,056 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,085 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T385 SPL
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
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T385 SPL was last recorded at 67,056 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 73 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,983 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
73 miles
Average per year
1,085 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,056 miles
  • 2025 – 66,983 miles
  • 2024 – 66,914 miles
  • 2023 – 66,749 miles
  • 2022 – 66,659 miles
  • 2021 – 66,304 miles
  • 2020 – 65,043 miles
  • 2019 – 63,623 miles
  • 2018 – 62,566 miles
  • 2017 – 60,283 miles
  • 2016 – 58,179 miles
  • 2015 – 56,893 miles
  • 2014 – 56,255 miles
  • 2013 – 55,842 miles
  • 2012 – 55,171 miles
  • 2011 – 51,031 miles
  • 2010 – 49,746 miles
  • 2009 – 48,376 miles
  • 2008 – 46,756 miles
  • 2006 – 46,227 miles
  • 2005 – 44,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,056 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • The bonnet dampers are worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,056 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    67,056 miles
    Test number
    404065552441
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail67,056 miles (+73)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,056 miles
    Test number
    818344449007
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass66,983 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    66,983 miles
    Test number
    180438456892
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bonnet gas struts are worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail66,982 miles (+68)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,982 miles
    Test number
    997845215598
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bonnet gas struts are worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass66,914 miles (+165)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    66,914 miles
    Test number
    535963522518
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass66,749 miles (+90)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    66,749 miles
    Test number
    601075779329
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass66,659 miles (+355)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    66,659 miles
    Test number
    618690297680
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass66,304 miles (+1,261)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    66,304 miles
    Test number
    159325041628
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet gas struts worn

  9. Pass65,043 miles (+1,420)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    65,043 miles
    Test number
    803379933025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,623 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    63,623 miles
    Test number
    598929824008
    • AdvisoryThe bonnet dampers are worn

  11. Fail63,605 miles (+1,039)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,605 miles
    Test number
    210370945362
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryThe bonnet dampers are worn

  12. Pass62,566 miles (+2,283)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    62,566 miles
    Test number
    887240929924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,283 miles (+2,104)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    60,283 miles
    Test number
    738843929672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,179 miles (+1,286)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    58,179 miles
    Test number
    658863618944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,893 miles (+638)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    56,893 miles
    Test number
    263528823838
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass56,255 miles (+413)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    56,255 miles
    Test number
    379841044488
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail55,842 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,842 miles
    Test number
    719426353291
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass55,842 miles (+671)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    55,842 miles
    Test number
    948266553282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,171 miles (+4,140)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    55,171 miles
    Test number
    126290952220
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNon standard front strut support beam fitted, not allowing front top strut nuts to sercure to there locking devices.

  20. Pass51,031 miles (+1,285)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    51,031 miles
    Test number
    765298211180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,746 miles (+1,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    49,746 miles
    Test number
    844429700127
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass48,376 miles (+1,620)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    48,376 miles
    Test number
    524697809145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  23. Pass46,756 miles (+529)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    46,756 miles
    Test number
    862631328058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass46,227 miles (+1,852)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    46,227 miles
    Test number
    274008496202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,375 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    44,375 miles
    Test number
    294282295247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail44,351 miles1 dangerous5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,351 miles
    Test number
    360591895495
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on edges and cut in tread
    • NoteO/s/f tyre under inflated
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on edges
    • NoteSlight water damage to rear no plate
    • NoteWear in o/s/r tyre

Questions about T385 SPL

Does T385 SPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T385 SPL is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T385 SPL?
The MOT on T385 SPL is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T385 SPL done?
T385 SPL was recorded at 67,056 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 1,085 miles a year.
Has T385 SPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T385 SPL has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T385 SPL 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 T385 SPL find?
T385 SPL passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect: central front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip.

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