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BMW 3 Series

White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T442 BBKMOT history

T442 BBK is a white petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 108,718 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Apr 2026
Mileage
108,718 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,824 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T442 BBK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T442 BBK was last recorded at 108,718 miles on 7 Apr 2025, 6,306 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,412 miles · 25 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
6,306 miles
Average per year
3,824 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 108,718 miles
  • 2023 – 102,412 miles
  • 2022 – 94,610 miles
  • 2021 – 88,609 miles
  • 2020 – 83,173 miles
  • 2019 – 81,150 miles
  • 2018 – 78,185 miles
  • 2017 – 76,202 miles
  • 2016 – 71,950 miles
  • 2015 – 60,850 miles
  • 2014 – 58,008 miles
  • 2013 – 57,977 miles
  • 2012 – 56,974 miles
  • 2011 – 54,826 miles
  • 2010 – 52,188 miles
  • 2009 – 48,214 miles
  • 2008 – 44,487 miles
  • 2007 – 40,161 miles
  • 2006 – 35,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,718 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 disc worn, but not excessively and offside rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake pad warning lamp on but brake pads all ok

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,718 miles (+6,306)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    108,718 miles
    Test number
    130179529706
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass102,412 miles (+7,802)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    102,412 miles
    Test number
    228096692378
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively and offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass94,610 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    94,610 miles
    Test number
    408823031115
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp on but brake pads all ok
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively And offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail94,610 miles (+6,001)4 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,610 miles
    Test number
    650960310695
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp on but brake pads all ok
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively And offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass88,609 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    88,609 miles
    Test number
    239864605946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail88,608 miles (+5,435)7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,608 miles
    Test number
    540808660458
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass83,173 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    83,173 miles
    Test number
    953169939673
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail83,173 miles (+2,023)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,173 miles
    Test number
    332517503601
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass81,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    81,150 miles
    Test number
    273316917982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail81,150 miles (+2,965)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,150 miles
    Test number
    328539991391
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass78,185 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    78,185 miles
    Test number
    478499859597
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  12. Fail78,185 miles (+1,983)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,185 miles
    Test number
    726199490773
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

  13. Pass76,202 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    76,202 miles
    Test number
    638609886848
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail76,200 miles (+4,250)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,200 miles
    Test number
    116171781430
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass71,950 miles (+11,100)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    71,950 miles
    Test number
    747591116234
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail60,850 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,850 miles
    Test number
    289977155018
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass60,850 miles (+2,842)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    60,850 miles
    Test number
    977887055095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass58,008 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    58,008 miles
    Test number
    386750454057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,977 miles (+1,003)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    57,977 miles
    Test number
    285049943002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight damage to outer wall of n/side rear tyre.
    • NoteSlight damage to outer wall of o/side front tyre.

  20. Pass56,974 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    56,974 miles
    Test number
    425006142077
    • NoteSlight damage to inner and outer wall of o/side front tyre.

  21. Fail56,974 miles (+2,148)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,974 miles
    Test number
    166236442439
    • 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)
    • NoteSlight damage to inner and outer wall of o/side front tyre.

  22. Pass54,826 miles (+2,638)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    54,826 miles
    Test number
    227396051049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside and nearside front lower arm rear bushes starting to spilt

  23. Pass52,188 miles (+3,974)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    52,188 miles
    Test number
    360530060014
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight damage to outer wall ,of n/side rear tyre but no cords exposed.

  24. Pass48,214 miles (+3,727)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    48,214 miles
    Test number
    184468259421
    • NoteBoth rear tyres getting low on tread
    • NoteOffside and nearside lower arm rear bushes starting to split

  25. Pass44,487 miles (+4,326)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    44,487 miles
    Test number
    793381658097
    • NoteRear tyres getting low on tread

  26. Pass40,161 miles (+4,555)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    40,161 miles
    Test number
    971979557021
    • 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)

  27. Pass35,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    35,606 miles
    Test number
    171333556422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T442 BBK

Does T442 BBK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T442 BBK expired on 6 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T442 BBK?
The MOT on T442 BBK expired on 6 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T442 BBK done?
T442 BBK was recorded at 108,718 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2025, an average of 3,824 miles a year.
Has T442 BBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T442 BBK has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T442 BBK 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 T442 BBK find?
T442 BBK passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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