BMW logo

BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T43 VAPMOT history

T43 VAP is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 172,784 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Aug 2027
Mileage
172,784 mi
At MOT on 29 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,907 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T43 VAP in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T43 VAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T43 VAP was last recorded at 172,784 miles on 29 Aug 2026, 7,238 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,546 miles · 22 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,238 miles
Average per year
5,907 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,784 miles
  • 2025 – 165,546 miles
  • 2024 – 158,305 miles
  • 2023 – 153,434 miles
  • 2022 – 146,413 miles
  • 2021 – 136,279 miles
  • 2019 – 123,048 miles
  • 2018 – 115,965 miles
  • 2017 – 109,452 miles
  • 2016 – 106,281 miles
  • 2015 – 94,878 miles
  • 2014 – 87,838 miles
  • 2013 – 85,085 miles
  • 2012 – 83,094 miles
  • 2011 – 79,736 miles
  • 2010 – 75,070 miles
  • 2009 – 73,391 miles
  • 2008 – 69,733 miles
  • 2007 – 62,259 miles
  • 2006 – 52,826 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,784 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderbody light corrosion

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 pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,784 miles (+7,238)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    172,784 miles
    Test number
    490834381156
    • AdvisoryUnderbody light corrosion

  2. Pass165,546 miles (+7,241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    165,546 miles
    Test number
    193269831639
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass158,305 miles (+4,871)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    158,305 miles
    Test number
    457636296574
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner sill slight corrosion

  4. Pass153,434 miles (+7,021)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    153,434 miles
    Test number
    717608676109
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass146,413 miles (+1,542)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    146,413 miles
    Test number
    237052237917
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass144,871 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    144,871 miles
    Test number
    135208622191
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail144,871 miles (+8,592)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,871 miles
    Test number
    910249158490
    • Repaired at testRear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass136,279 miles (+13,231)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    136,279 miles
    Test number
    871342100509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass123,048 miles (+7,083)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    123,048 miles
    Test number
    188659425901
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Pass115,965 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    115,965 miles
    Test number
    486836993938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail115,934 miles (+6,482)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,934 miles
    Test number
    437729776817
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass109,452 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    109,452 miles
    Test number
    373972181751
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  13. Fail109,439 miles (+3,158)3 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,439 miles
    Test number
    144038171964
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass106,281 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    106,281 miles
    Test number
    344628232989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail106,270 miles (+11,392)4 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,270 miles
    Test number
    709197861383
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement engine mount damaged (6.1.D.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre nail
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass94,878 miles (+7,040)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    94,878 miles
    Test number
    387378845157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass87,838 miles (+2,753)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    87,838 miles
    Test number
    486283754188
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass85,085 miles (+1,991)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    85,085 miles
    Test number
    297621033407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass83,094 miles (+3,358)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    83,094 miles
    Test number
    947784302154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass79,736 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    79,736 miles
    Test number
    256657821170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail79,719 miles (+4,649)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,719 miles
    Test number
    498136121193
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  22. Pass75,070 miles (+1,679)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    75,070 miles
    Test number
    971753010128
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass73,391 miles (+3,658)9 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    73,391 miles
    Test number
    893142739156
    • NoteBoth front tyre treads worn to 2mm
    • NoteEmissions first test failed
    • NoteFront antiroll bar link rod rubbers starting to crack/ perish
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket starting to rust
    • NoteMetal brake pipes starting to rust
    • NoteOffside front lower suspension wishbone inner rear bush starting to split/ wear
    • NoteOffside front wiper blade rubber starting to split/ wear
    • NoteRear number plate starting to discolour
    • NoteSmall stone chips in front windscreen

  24. Fail69,733 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,733 miles
    Test number
    410344838111
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass69,733 miles (+7,474)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    69,733 miles
    Test number
    552164338151
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass62,259 miles (+9,433)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2008
    Odometer
    62,259 miles
    Test number
    951682827129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass52,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    52,826 miles
    Test number
    343509626172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail52,826 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,826 miles
    Test number
    942809726168
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T43 VAP

Does T43 VAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T43 VAP is valid until 28 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T43 VAP?
The MOT on T43 VAP is valid until 28 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T43 VAP done?
T43 VAP was recorded at 172,784 miles at its MOT on 29 Aug 2026, an average of 5,907 miles a year.
Has T43 VAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T43 VAP has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T43 VAP 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 T43 VAP find?
T43 VAP passed its latest MOT on 29 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: underbody light corrosion.

Related registrations

Browse all T43 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.