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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T450 DGUMOT history

T450 DGU is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2022 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 97,621 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2022
Mileage
97,621 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2022
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,070 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T450 DGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T450 DGU was last recorded at 97,621 miles on 25 Jan 2022, 3,960 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,661 miles · 23 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
3,960 miles
Average per year
3,070 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 97,621 miles
  • 2020 – 93,661 miles
  • 2018 – 87,760 miles
  • 2016 – 80,748 miles
  • 2015 – 72,831 miles
  • 2014 – 68,100 miles
  • 2013 – 65,167 miles
  • 2011 – 61,019 miles
  • 2010 – 60,737 miles
  • 2009 – 60,055 miles
  • 2008 – 57,661 miles
  • 2007 – 55,263 miles
  • 2006 – 50,290 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail97,621 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • MajorBrake performance not tested due to leak offside rear (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail97,621 miles (+3,960)1 dangerous7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,621 miles
    Test number
    468864885904
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to leak offside rear (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass93,661 miles (+2,793)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    93,661 miles
    Test number
    346471935259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass90,868 miles (+3,108)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    90,868 miles
    Test number
    753213696530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass87,760 miles (+3,109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    87,760 miles
    Test number
    941510499002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass84,651 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    84,651 miles
    Test number
    446294287796
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner & outer edges worn (4.1.E.1)

  6. Fail84,650 miles (+3,902)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,650 miles
    Test number
    943782743399
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner tread also has cut showing tyre cords (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner & outer edges worn (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass80,748 miles (+3,503)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    80,748 miles
    Test number
    662677108001
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass77,245 miles (+4,414)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    77,245 miles
    Test number
    289731261579
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass72,831 miles (+4,731)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    72,831 miles
    Test number
    575237405091
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass68,100 miles (+2,933)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    68,100 miles
    Test number
    107879104425
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on legal limit

  11. Pass65,167 miles (+4,148)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    65,167 miles
    Test number
    155611013083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass61,019 miles (+282)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    61,019 miles
    Test number
    366245241236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,737 miles (+682)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    60,737 miles
    Test number
    211143550204
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  14. Pass60,055 miles (+2,394)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    60,055 miles
    Test number
    521636849271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass57,661 miles (+2,398)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    57,661 miles
    Test number
    342436548281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    55,263 miles
    Test number
    373965237221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail55,263 miles (+4,973)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,263 miles
    Test number
    643495637209
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  18. Pass50,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    50,290 miles
    Test number
    412384946249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail50,290 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,290 miles
    Test number
    321778736495
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T450 DGU

Does T450 DGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T450 DGU expired on 10 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T450 DGU?
The MOT on T450 DGU expired on 10 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T450 DGU done?
T450 DGU was recorded at 97,621 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2022, an average of 3,070 miles a year.
Has T450 DGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T450 DGU has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T450 DGU 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 T450 DGU find?
T450 DGU failed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 1 minor defect: offside rear brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; brake performance not tested due to leak offside rear; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits, and 6 more.

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