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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T438 XTOMOT history

T438 XTO is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Jun 2024 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 121,990 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jun 2024
Mileage
121,990 mi
At MOT on 13 Jun 2023
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,905 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T438 XTO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T438 XTO was last recorded at 121,990 miles on 13 Jun 2023, 108 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,882 miles · 30 May 2023
Between the last two tests
108 miles
Average per year
2,905 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 121,990 miles
  • 2021 – 120,166 miles
  • 2017 – 118,686 miles
  • 2016 – 117,751 miles
  • 2015 – 115,720 miles
  • 2014 – 113,228 miles
  • 2013 – 109,118 miles
  • 2012 – 102,398 miles
  • 2011 – 97,232 miles
  • 2010 – 93,156 miles
  • 2009 – 87,685 miles
  • 2008 – 82,728 miles
  • 2007 – 77,432 miles
  • 2006 – 71,736 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,990 miles
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,990 miles (+108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    121,990 miles
    Test number
    120496591632
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  2. Fail121,882 miles1 dangerous4 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,882 miles
    Test number
    363360499685
    • DangerousNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested rear subframe mounting broken (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail121,882 miles (+1,716)1 dangerous5 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,882 miles
    Test number
    155023362409
    • DangerousRear Anti-roll bar missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass120,166 miles (+1,480)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    120,166 miles
    Test number
    700392270354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass118,686 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    118,686 miles
    Test number
    180312569841
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  6. Fail118,679 miles (+928)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,679 miles
    Test number
    774970243661
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged sensor (3.4.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear foot brake 28% out of ballance

  7. Pass117,751 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    117,751 miles
    Test number
    579226694448
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear, offside and nearside (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Fail117,751 miles (+2,031)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,751 miles
    Test number
    389528299913
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear, offside and nearside (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass115,720 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    115,720 miles
    Test number
    655118195193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail115,720 miles (+2,492)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,720 miles
    Test number
    778388095168
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass113,228 miles (+4,110)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    113,228 miles
    Test number
    209543094156
    • NoteO/s/f brake pipe beginning to corrode

  12. Pass109,118 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    109,118 miles
    Test number
    976199393198
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail109,118 miles (+6,720)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,118 miles
    Test number
    506398693135
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass102,398 miles (+5,166)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    102,398 miles
    Test number
    697911892024
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass97,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    97,232 miles
    Test number
    999782291077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail97,232 miles (+4,076)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,232 miles
    Test number
    318710791072
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass93,156 miles (+5,471)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    93,156 miles
    Test number
    222473880020
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSrs light on

  18. Pass87,685 miles (+4,957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    87,685 miles
    Test number
    400005389023
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass82,728 miles (+5,296)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    82,728 miles
    Test number
    104409278412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass77,432 miles (+5,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    77,432 miles
    Test number
    170395187054
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass71,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    71,736 miles
    Test number
    744575656083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T438 XTO

Does T438 XTO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T438 XTO expired on 12 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T438 XTO?
The MOT on T438 XTO expired on 12 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T438 XTO done?
T438 XTO was recorded at 121,990 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2023, an average of 2,905 miles a year.
Has T438 XTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T438 XTO has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T438 XTO 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 T438 XTO find?
T438 XTO passed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2023 with 2 advisories: steering box has seepage; rear subframe corroded.

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