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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T447 GNMMOT history

T447 GNM is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 203,885 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
203,885 mi
At MOT on 8 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,116 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T447 GNM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T447 GNM was last recorded at 203,885 miles on 8 Nov 2025, 654 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,231 miles · 9 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
654 miles
Average per year
7,116 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 203,885 miles
  • 2024 – 203,231 miles
  • 2023 – 202,248 miles
  • 2022 – 200,314 miles
  • 2021 – 197,972 miles
  • 2020 – 195,076 miles
  • 2019 – 191,575 miles
  • 2018 – 184,429 miles
  • 2017 – 176,322 miles
  • 2016 – 169,467 miles
  • 2015 – 161,383 miles
  • 2014 – 153,641 miles
  • 2013 – 143,726 miles
  • 2012 – 134,762 miles
  • 2011 – 126,645 miles
  • 2010 – 116,549 miles
  • 2009 – 103,130 miles
  • 2008 – 93,009 miles
  • 2007 – 80,538 miles
  • 2006 – 65,227 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,885 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,885 miles (+654)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    203,885 miles
    Test number
    937248617795
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass203,231 miles (+983)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    203,231 miles
    Test number
    556754690531
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass202,248 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    202,248 miles
    Test number
    743931783861
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail202,229 miles (+1,915)3 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,229 miles
    Test number
    516428266752
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass200,314 miles (+2,342)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    200,314 miles
    Test number
    745376477826
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass197,972 miles (+2,896)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    197,972 miles
    Test number
    922978101238
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass195,076 miles (+3,501)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    195,076 miles
    Test number
    321666559780
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass191,575 miles (+7,146)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    191,575 miles
    Test number
    636920573724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass184,429 miles (+8,107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    184,429 miles
    Test number
    388195752727
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass176,322 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    176,322 miles
    Test number
    787574121066
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail176,320 miles (+6,853)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,320 miles
    Test number
    265761471368
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass169,467 miles (+8,084)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    169,467 miles
    Test number
    834615922745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass161,383 miles (+7,742)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    161,383 miles
    Test number
    685160525112
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass153,641 miles (+9,915)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    153,641 miles
    Test number
    455963634175
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass143,726 miles (+8,964)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    143,726 miles
    Test number
    226497923107
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOuter Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass134,762 miles (+8,117)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    134,762 miles
    Test number
    446359322123
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass126,645 miles (+10,096)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    126,645 miles
    Test number
    148971311188
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass116,549 miles (+13,419)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    116,549 miles
    Test number
    171620940109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass103,130 miles (+10,121)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    103,130 miles
    Test number
    261111439107
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  20. Pass93,009 miles (+12,471)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    93,009 miles
    Test number
    264823838428
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering rack arm

  21. Pass80,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    80,538 miles
    Test number
    394476337169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail80,538 miles (+15,311)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,538 miles
    Test number
    522474637185
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass65,227 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    65,227 miles
    Test number
    682085536191
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket broken.
    • NoteRear tyres starting to feather on the inner edges.

Questions about T447 GNM

Does T447 GNM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T447 GNM is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T447 GNM?
The MOT on T447 GNM is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T447 GNM done?
T447 GNM was recorded at 203,885 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2025, an average of 7,116 miles a year.
Has T447 GNM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T447 GNM has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T447 GNM 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 T447 GNM find?
T447 GNM passed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2025 with 7 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 4 more.

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