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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T40 SJWMOT history

T40 SJW is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 140,293 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Nov 2022
Mileage
140,293 mi
At MOT on 9 Nov 2021
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,109 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 SJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 SJW was last recorded at 140,293 miles on 9 Nov 2021, 12,001 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,292 miles · 1 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
12,001 miles
Average per year
6,109 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 140,293 miles
  • 2020 – 128,292 miles
  • 2019 – 114,613 miles
  • 2018 – 111,541 miles
  • 2017 – 100,864 miles
  • 2016 – 89,556 miles
  • 2015 – 88,369 miles
  • 2014 – 85,226 miles
  • 2013 – 81,007 miles
  • 2012 – 76,163 miles
  • 2011 – 72,590 miles
  • 2010 – 68,160 miles
  • 2009 – 64,162 miles
  • 2008 – 57,353 miles
  • 2007 – 52,166 miles
  • 2006 – 46,446 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,293 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Front anti roll bar d bushes worn with slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,293 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    140,293 miles
    Test number
    909285238521
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail140,293 miles (+12,001)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,293 miles
    Test number
    328758749373
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass128,292 miles (+13,679)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    128,292 miles
    Test number
    288350894090
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral body corrosion

  4. Pass114,613 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    114,613 miles
    Test number
    799727366912
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail114,616 miles (+3,075)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,616 miles
    Test number
    289467951090
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass111,541 miles (+10,677)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    111,541 miles
    Test number
    107170170910
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass100,864 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    100,864 miles
    Test number
    567399096282
    • AdvisoryFront anti roll bar d bushes worn with slight play

  8. Fail100,864 miles (+11,308)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,864 miles
    Test number
    415996464420
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings drum stick (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225 / 45 r 17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock,top bush has slight play
    • AdvisoryFront anti roll bar d bushes worn with slight play

  9. Pass89,556 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    89,556 miles
    Test number
    399962472940
    • AdvisoryNs headlamp condensated
    • AdvisoryOs headlamp condensated
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  10. Fail89,556 miles (+1,187)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,556 miles
    Test number
    707209068070
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNs headlamp condensated
    • AdvisoryOs headlamp condensated
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  11. Pass88,369 miles (+3,143)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    88,369 miles
    Test number
    768122303998
    • AdvisoryOsr tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Pass85,226 miles (+4,219)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    85,226 miles
    Test number
    955285814371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,007 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    81,007 miles
    Test number
    126293523324
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail81,007 miles (+4,844)3 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,007 miles
    Test number
    467517113315
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureFront Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass76,163 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    76,163 miles
    Test number
    669003012308
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteDrivers door handle stiff to open door, door always opens
    • NoteXenon headlights, high pressure washer jets fail to operate, will be required for future changes in mot regulations

  16. Fail76,163 miles (+3,573)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,163 miles
    Test number
    456431012426
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteDrivers door handle stiff to open door, door always opens
    • NoteXenon headlights, high pressure washer jets fail to operate, will be required for future changes in mot regulations

  17. Pass72,590 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    72,590 miles
    Test number
    408704411302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail72,590 miles (+4,430)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,590 miles
    Test number
    448764311486
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass68,160 miles (+3,998)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    68,160 miles
    Test number
    491653310408
    • 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)
    • NoteREAR NUMBER PLATE HAS SLIGHT WATER DAMAGE

  20. Pass64,162 miles (+6,809)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    64,162 miles
    Test number
    564213329346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass57,353 miles (+5,187)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    57,353 miles
    Test number
    194132988166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass52,166 miles (+5,720)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    52,166 miles
    Test number
    614290887188
    • NoteChip in screen, both front lower wishbone rear bushes perished(boderline pass) both front brake discs worn.

  23. Pass46,446 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    46,446 miles
    Test number
    910591086193
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir bag warning lamp staying on

Questions about T40 SJW

Does T40 SJW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T40 SJW expired on 8 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T40 SJW?
The MOT on T40 SJW expired on 8 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T40 SJW done?
T40 SJW was recorded at 140,293 miles at its MOT on 9 Nov 2021, an average of 6,109 miles a year.
Has T40 SJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 SJW has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T40 SJW 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 T40 SJW find?
T40 SJW passed its latest MOT on 9 Nov 2021 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; oil leak, but not excessive.

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