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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T389 UGPMOT history

T389 UGP is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Jun 2026 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 193,931 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jun 2026
Mileage
193,931 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2025
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,068 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T389 UGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T389 UGP was last recorded at 193,931 miles on 12 Jun 2025, 11,707 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,224 miles · 29 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
11,707 miles
Average per year
5,068 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 193,931 miles
  • 2024 – 182,224 miles
  • 2023 – 181,774 miles
  • 2022 – 180,483 miles
  • 2021 – 178,305 miles
  • 2019 – 173,781 miles
  • 2018 – 165,733 miles
  • 2010 – 161,331 miles
  • 2009 – 144,725 miles
  • 2008 – 129,634 miles
  • 2007 – 113,029 miles
  • 2006 – 95,864 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,931 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL 4 (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,931 miles (+11,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    193,931 miles
    Test number
    286230185502
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL 4 (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass182,224 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    182,224 miles
    Test number
    195568866415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail182,190 miles (+416)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,190 miles
    Test number
    870479592841
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking from bleed nipple area (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output inner lens (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output inner lens (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated front rubber coupling (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  4. Pass181,774 miles (+38)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    181,774 miles
    Test number
    963356235998
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Fail181,736 miles (+1,253)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,736 miles
    Test number
    207247883373
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass180,483 miles (+37)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    180,483 miles
    Test number
    399103669893
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail180,446 miles (+2,141)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,446 miles
    Test number
    566623262493
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass178,305 miles (+4,524)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    178,305 miles
    Test number
    605768966760
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  9. Pass173,781 miles (+8,048)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    173,781 miles
    Test number
    956893423166
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryFront anti roll bar bushes perished
  10. Pass165,733 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    165,733 miles
    Test number
    900511750673
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Fail165,715 miles (+4,384)3 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,715 miles
    Test number
    511515430142
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass161,331 miles (+16,606)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    161,331 miles
    Test number
    364218620064
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/r hand brake slightly stiff
  13. Pass144,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    144,725 miles
    Test number
    400761449018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail144,725 miles (+15,091)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,725 miles
    Test number
    124925539004
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
  15. Pass129,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    129,634 miles
    Test number
    321204348007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail129,634 miles (+16,605)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,634 miles
    Test number
    234618238027
    • FailureFront Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass113,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    113,029 miles
    Test number
    940856037095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail113,029 miles (+17,165)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,029 miles
    Test number
    110023337019
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
  19. Fail95,864 miles3 repaired6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,864 miles
    Test number
    440255836063
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNear side rear shock absorber dust cover insecure
    • NoteOff side headlamp cracked
  20. Pass95,864 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    95,864 miles
    Test number
    512805736092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNear side rear shock absorber dust cover insecure
    • NoteOff side headlamp cracked

Questions about T389 UGP

Does T389 UGP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T389 UGP expired on 28 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T389 UGP?
The MOT on T389 UGP expired on 28 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T389 UGP done?
T389 UGP was recorded at 193,931 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2025, an average of 5,068 miles a year.
Has T389 UGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T389 UGP has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T389 UGP 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 T389 UGP find?
T389 UGP passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2025 with 1 advisory: tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4.

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