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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T420 USFMOT history

T420 USF is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Apr 2024 and it has passed 6 of 13 MOT tests, with 164,209 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Apr 2024
Mileage
164,209 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2023
MOT tests
13
6 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,939 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T420 USF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T420 USF was last recorded at 164,209 miles on 28 Apr 2023, 3,469 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2013.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,740 miles · 6 Sept 2013
Between the last two tests
3,469 miles
Average per year
5,939 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 164,209 miles
  • 2013 – 160,740 miles
  • 2011 – 150,358 miles
  • 2010 – 143,454 miles
  • 2008 – 72,719 miles
  • 2007 – 65,195 miles
  • 2006 – 61,448 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,209 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

13 tests since 7 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,209 miles (+3,469)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    164,209 miles
    Test number
    722096290102
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass160,740 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    160,740 miles
    Test number
    125749243298
    • NoteAir bag warning light does not come on
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn down to legal limits

  3. Fail160,740 miles (+10,382)8 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,740 miles
    Test number
    569049643217
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteAir bag warning light does not come on
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn down to legal limits
    • NoteOff side wiper blade split

  4. Pass150,358 miles (+169)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    150,358 miles
    Test number
    609798921254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail150,189 miles (+5,811)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,189 miles
    Test number
    779034521279
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing thin on inner edges

  6. Fail144,378 miles (+924)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,378 miles
    Test number
    168177141448
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • FailurePower steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  7. Pass143,454 miles (+410)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    143,454 miles
    Test number
    904768840026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail143,044 miles (+70,325)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,044 miles
    Test number
    880212840065
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail72,719 miles (+7,524)5 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,719 miles
    Test number
    372765538176
    • FailureNearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteRear diff oil leak

  10. Pass65,195 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    65,195 miles
    Test number
    992925427023
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  11. Fail65,195 miles (+3,747)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,195 miles
    Test number
    532725427049
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  12. Pass61,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    61,448 miles
    Test number
    910127406000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail61,448 miles5 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,448 miles
    Test number
    633257806015
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNsf tyer shows wear on outer edge
    • NoteNsf wishbone bush starting to perrish
    • NoteNsr tyer cracked on wall of tyer
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear wipewr blade torn

Questions about T420 USF

Does T420 USF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T420 USF expired on 27 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T420 USF?
The MOT on T420 USF expired on 27 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T420 USF done?
T420 USF was recorded at 164,209 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2023, an average of 5,939 miles a year.
Has T420 USF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T420 USF has failed 7 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2013.
Has the mileage on T420 USF 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 T420 USF find?
T420 USF passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2023 with 1 advisory: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears.

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