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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T428 BRMMOT history

T428 BRM is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 238,162 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Dec 2022
Mileage
238,162 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2021
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
11,416 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T428 BRM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T428 BRM was last recorded at 238,162 miles on 18 Dec 2021, 19,497 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,665 miles · 14 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
19,497 miles
Average per year
11,416 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 238,162 miles
  • 2020 – 218,665 miles
  • 2019 – 207,857 miles
  • 2018 – 184,670 miles
  • 2017 – 159,203 miles
  • 2016 – 137,354 miles
  • 2015 – 119,616 miles
  • 2014 – 106,126 miles
  • 2013 – 101,146 miles
  • 2012 – 98,818 miles
  • 2011 – 96,456 miles
  • 2010 – 92,911 miles
  • 2009 – 90,047 miles
  • 2008 – 85,386 miles
  • 2007 – 75,569 miles
  • 2006 – 61,139 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass238,162 miles
  • AdvisoryHeavily modified for track use

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass238,162 miles (+19,497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    238,162 miles
    Test number
    679011038227
    • AdvisoryHeavily modified for track use

  2. Pass218,665 miles (+10,808)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    218,665 miles
    Test number
    574590548904
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass207,857 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    207,857 miles
    Test number
    818133033853
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail207,857 miles (+23,187)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,857 miles
    Test number
    396864255042
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass184,670 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    184,670 miles
    Test number
    525155363368
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Fail184,669 miles (+25,466)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,669 miles
    Test number
    843958868757
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass159,203 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    159,203 miles
    Test number
    792603831003
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  8. Fail159,202 miles (+21,848)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,202 miles
    Test number
    931252229463
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  9. Pass137,354 miles (+17,738)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    137,354 miles
    Test number
    835876730050
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light not working
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass119,616 miles (+13,490)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    119,616 miles
    Test number
    325223165128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass106,126 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    106,126 miles
    Test number
    236726254456
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail106,126 miles (+4,980)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,126 miles
    Test number
    425036854180
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass101,146 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    101,146 miles
    Test number
    285786153447
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail101,144 miles (+2,326)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,144 miles
    Test number
    458196553169
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass98,818 miles (+2,362)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    98,818 miles
    Test number
    956972652151
    • 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)

  16. Fail96,456 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,456 miles
    Test number
    276225461126
    • Repaired at testOffside Inner Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass96,456 miles (+3,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    96,456 miles
    Test number
    918815661180
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass92,911 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    92,911 miles
    Test number
    354541860112
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteN/s/front tyre sidewall damage cords not exposed
    • NoteN/s/front wiper leaving slight smear

  19. Fail92,911 miles (+2,864)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,911 miles
    Test number
    832821860101
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • NoteN/s/front tyre sidewall damage cords not exposed
    • NoteN/s/front wiper leaving slight smear

  20. Pass90,047 miles (+4,661)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    90,047 miles
    Test number
    282207169157
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre slight sidewall damage

  21. Pass85,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    85,386 miles
    Test number
    333909558100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail85,386 miles (+9,817)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,386 miles
    Test number
    602549358130
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass75,569 miles (+14,430)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    75,569 miles
    Test number
    762029337166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass61,139 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    61,139 miles
    Test number
    760950376155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail61,138 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,138 miles
    Test number
    220597066401
    • FailureFront Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Questions about T428 BRM

Does T428 BRM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T428 BRM expired on 18 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T428 BRM?
The MOT on T428 BRM expired on 18 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T428 BRM done?
T428 BRM was recorded at 238,162 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2021, an average of 11,416 miles a year.
Has T428 BRM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T428 BRM has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on T428 BRM 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 T428 BRM find?
T428 BRM passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2021 with 1 advisory: heavily modified for track use.

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