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Green · Petrol · 2006 · 2,497 cc

T3 BWWMOT history

T3 BWW is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 20 Nov 2024 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 151,756 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Nov 2024
Mileage
151,756 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2023
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,536 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T3 BWW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
13 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T3 BWW was last recorded at 151,756 miles on 21 Nov 2023, 1,690 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,066 miles · 16 May 2023
Between the last two tests
1,690 miles
Average per year
6,536 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 151,756 miles
  • 2022 – 143,863 miles
  • 2021 – 137,981 miles
  • 2020 – 130,467 miles
  • 2019 – 126,315 miles
  • 2018 – 123,703 miles
  • 2017 – 115,579 miles
  • 2016 – 102,198 miles
  • 2015 – 92,007 miles
  • 2014 – 88,218 miles
  • 2013 – 81,363 miles
  • 2012 – 75,272 miles
  • 2011 – 69,848 miles
  • 2010 – 66,514 miles
  • 2009 – 60,014 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,756 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,756 miles (+1,690)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    151,756 miles
    Test number
    408216813500
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail150,066 miles (+6,203)1 dangerous12 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,066 miles
    Test number
    860502140651
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass143,863 miles (+5,882)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    143,863 miles
    Test number
    124316741155
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass137,981 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    137,981 miles
    Test number
    161286201339
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail137,981 miles (+7,514)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,981 miles
    Test number
    165774583440
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass130,467 miles (+4,152)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    130,467 miles
    Test number
    474112868205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass126,315 miles (+2,612)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    126,315 miles
    Test number
    319939020211
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass123,703 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    123,703 miles
    Test number
    439124887402
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail123,703 miles (+8,124)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,703 miles
    Test number
    845765818190
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass115,579 miles (+13,381)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    115,579 miles
    Test number
    420419271732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass102,198 miles (+10,191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    102,198 miles
    Test number
    612544978156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass92,007 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    92,007 miles
    Test number
    285414375461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail92,003 miles (+3,785)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,003 miles
    Test number
    536889165151
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

  14. Pass88,218 miles (+6,855)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    88,218 miles
    Test number
    968634774273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  15. Pass81,363 miles (+6,091)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    81,363 miles
    Test number
    529390483281
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll tyres stepped

  16. Pass75,272 miles (+5,424)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    75,272 miles
    Test number
    359663882233
    • NoteWindscreen scratched in zone A

  17. Pass69,848 miles (+3,317)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    69,848 miles
    Test number
    165476681206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,531 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    66,531 miles
    Test number
    506675801174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass66,514 miles (+6,500)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    66,514 miles
    Test number
    350704360464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,014 miles (+270)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    60,014 miles
    Test number
    964333509303
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  21. Fail59,744 miles2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,744 miles
    Test number
    841816799203
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

Questions about T3 BWW

Does T3 BWW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T3 BWW expired on 20 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T3 BWW?
The MOT on T3 BWW expired on 20 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T3 BWW done?
T3 BWW was recorded at 151,756 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2023, an average of 6,536 miles a year.
Has T3 BWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T3 BWW has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T3 BWW 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 T3 BWW find?
T3 BWW passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2023 with 4 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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