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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T397 GANMOT history

T397 GAN is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Nov 2023 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 165,142 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Nov 2023
Mileage
165,142 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2022
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,393 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T397 GAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T397 GAN was last recorded at 165,142 miles on 12 Nov 2022, 1,775 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,367 miles · 19 May 2018
Between the last two tests
1,775 miles
Average per year
3,393 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 165,142 miles
  • 2018 – 163,367 miles
  • 2017 – 163,195 miles
  • 2016 – 156,277 miles
  • 2015 – 150,257 miles
  • 2014 – 142,512 miles
  • 2013 – 138,011 miles
  • 2012 – 129,971 miles
  • 2011 – 121,028 miles
  • 2010 – 118,382 miles
  • 2009 – 116,109 miles
  • 2008 – 113,884 miles
  • 2007 – 111,688 miles
  • 2006 – 109,174 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,142 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,142 miles (+1,775)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    165,142 miles
    Test number
    986340009054
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass163,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    163,367 miles
    Test number
    754193090543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail163,367 miles (+172)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,367 miles
    Test number
    489340976134
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  4. Pass163,195 miles (+6,918)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    163,195 miles
    Test number
    122889753050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  5. Pass156,277 miles (+6,020)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    156,277 miles
    Test number
    204918555454
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  6. Fail150,257 miles (+7,745)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,257 miles
    Test number
    384305154940
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Silencer casing corroded

  7. Pass142,512 miles (+4,501)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    142,512 miles
    Test number
    497262604497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWet test

  8. Pass138,011 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    138,011 miles
    Test number
    377322233350
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Fail138,009 miles (+10)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,009 miles
    Test number
    567751733307
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Fail137,999 miles (+8,028)7 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,999 miles
    Test number
    477601213290
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  11. Pass129,971 miles (+8,943)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    129,971 miles
    Test number
    987264912260
    • NoteAdvise both rear tyres cracking in tread & outer walls
    • NoteAdvise exhaust front pipe support bracket broken
    • NoteAdvise front bumper cracked ( taped up )
    • NoteAdvise nail in o/s/f tyre

  12. Pass121,028 miles (+2,646)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    121,028 miles
    Test number
    935273501108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • NoteBoth outer track rod end ball joint gaiters deteriorated
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have cracks on sidewalls and in tread patterns

  13. Pass118,382 miles (+2,273)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    118,382 miles
    Test number
    911766910190
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has light cracks in tyre tread
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has light cracks in tyre tread

  14. Pass116,109 miles (+2,225)8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    116,109 miles
    Test number
    260097429407
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSeveral small chips in screen
    • NoteSlight movement in nearside front shock
    • NoteSlight movement in offside inner track rod joint

  15. Pass113,884 miles (+2,196)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    113,884 miles
    Test number
    252054438102
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteLow pad warning light on (all pads are ok)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has surface cracks on outer side wall

  16. Pass111,688 miles (+2,514)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    111,688 miles
    Test number
    211965637125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass109,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    109,174 miles
    Test number
    632225836106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T397 GAN

Does T397 GAN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T397 GAN expired on 11 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T397 GAN?
The MOT on T397 GAN expired on 11 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T397 GAN done?
T397 GAN was recorded at 165,142 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2022, an average of 3,393 miles a year.
Has T397 GAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T397 GAN has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2018.
Has the mileage on T397 GAN 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 T397 GAN find?
T397 GAN passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2022 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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