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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T446 BTRMOT history

T446 BTR is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 15 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 197,843 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
197,843 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,427 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T446 BTR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T446 BTR was last recorded at 197,843 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,831 miles · 4 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
4,427 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 197,843 miles
  • 2025 – 196,198 miles
  • 2024 – 194,609 miles
  • 2023 – 193,244 miles
  • 2022 – 192,431 miles
  • 2021 – 191,643 miles
  • 2020 – 190,621 miles
  • 2019 – 188,649 miles
  • 2018 – 187,404 miles
  • 2017 – 186,265 miles
  • 2016 – 184,782 miles
  • 2015 – 182,736 miles
  • 2014 – 178,784 miles
  • 2013 – 174,782 miles
  • 2012 – 167,240 miles
  • 2011 – 157,861 miles
  • 2010 – 149,994 miles
  • 2009 – 141,011 miles
  • 2008 – 130,276 miles
  • 2007 – 119,406 miles
  • 2006 – 107,956 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,843 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear offside and nearside jacking point areas corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear rear axle bearings noiseyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge wear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,843 miles (+12)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    197,843 miles
    Test number
    205729980541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear offside and nearside jacking point areas corroded
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle bearings noisey

  2. Fail197,831 miles (+1,633)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,831 miles
    Test number
    403043518446
    • MajorFront Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear offside and nearside jacking point areas corroded
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle bearings noisey

  3. Pass196,198 miles (+1,589)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    196,198 miles
    Test number
    297346219670
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear lower suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryRear offside jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  4. Pass194,609 miles (+27)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    194,609 miles
    Test number
    376000376932
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has an outstanding recall, contact dealer for more information

  5. Fail194,582 miles (+1,338)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,582 miles
    Test number
    632968422442
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has an outstanding recall, contact dealer for more information

  6. Pass193,244 miles (+813)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    193,244 miles
    Test number
    131691406898
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass192,431 miles (+788)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    192,431 miles
    Test number
    527588418723
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Corroded At Base (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Arm Rear Bush Debonding (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Sill + Inner Wheel Arch Corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Corroded At Base (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn To Limit On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass191,643 miles (+1,022)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    191,643 miles
    Test number
    527211990893
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass190,621 miles (+33)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    190,621 miles
    Test number
    212043635868
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail190,588 miles (+1,939)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,588 miles
    Test number
    299226309783
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass188,649 miles (+1,245)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    188,649 miles
    Test number
    846810536696
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underneath on some components
    • AdvisoryFront tyres starting to perish inbetween treads
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber cover insecure
    • AdvisoryPower steering reservoir damp
    • AdvisoryRear tyres slight inner tread wear
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  12. Pass187,404 miles (+1,139)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    187,404 miles
    Test number
    398153690363
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber cover insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside windscreen wiper split
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake disc pitted
    • AdvisoryOffside windscreen wiper juddering
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underneath on some components
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  13. Pass186,265 miles (+1,483)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    186,265 miles
    Test number
    886113767641
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake discs(s) has edges of working face pitted/corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth windscreen wipers judder, smearing at time of test but not seriously restricting view

  14. Pass184,782 miles (+2,046)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    184,782 miles
    Test number
    591858848811
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail182,736 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,736 miles
    Test number
    359273745177
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass182,736 miles (+3,952)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    182,736 miles
    Test number
    819933345179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass178,784 miles (+4,002)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    178,784 miles
    Test number
    247710054143
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteN/S parking brake effort lower than o/s (Recommend further investigation)
    • NoteSlight wear in o/s steering rack. Sill covers fitted.
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass174,782 miles (+7,542)13 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    174,782 miles
    Test number
    956785263120
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCar has sideskirts obstructing some bodywork
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside rear parking brake application weak. Advise full brake inspection as it is obvious your brakes require adjustment or repair.
    • NotePlay in offside inner steering rack joint(s)

  19. Pass167,240 miles (+9,379)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    167,240 miles
    Test number
    925638152159
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass157,861 miles (+7,867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    157,861 miles
    Test number
    759498361132
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass149,994 miles (+8,983)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    149,994 miles
    Test number
    760635660142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass141,011 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    141,011 miles
    Test number
    550310159131
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteGeneral oil leaks
    • NoteNearside rear tyre getting low on outside edge

  23. Fail141,011 miles (+10,735)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,011 miles
    Test number
    253000259181
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteGeneral oil leaks
    • NoteNearside rear tyre getting low on outside edge

  24. Pass130,276 miles (+10,870)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    130,276 miles
    Test number
    493862168175
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight play at steering rack offside inner joint

  25. Pass119,406 miles (+11,450)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    119,406 miles
    Test number
    294366457479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass107,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    107,956 miles
    Test number
    260690246456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T446 BTR

Does T446 BTR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T446 BTR is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T446 BTR?
The MOT on T446 BTR is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T446 BTR done?
T446 BTR was recorded at 197,843 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 4,427 miles a year.
Has T446 BTR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T446 BTR has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T446 BTR 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 T446 BTR find?
T446 BTR passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 5 more.

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