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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T459 NHKMOT history

T459 NHK is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 126,393 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
126,393 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,301 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T459 NHK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T459 NHK was last recorded at 126,393 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 821 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,572 miles · 30 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
821 miles
Average per year
2,301 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,393 miles
  • 2025 – 125,572 miles
  • 2024 – 124,750 miles
  • 2022 – 124,502 miles
  • 2019 – 124,268 miles
  • 2018 – 122,735 miles
  • 2017 – 122,213 miles
  • 2016 – 121,257 miles
  • 2015 – 119,169 miles
  • 2014 – 117,016 miles
  • 2013 – 111,986 miles
  • 2012 – 106,443 miles
  • 2011 – 102,225 miles
  • 2010 – 90,982 miles
  • 2009 – 89,989 miles
  • 2008 – 87,787 miles
  • 2007 – 83,933 miles
  • 2006 – 80,102 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,393 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Spare tyre defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    126,393 miles
    Test number
    769397974634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail126,393 miles (+821)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,393 miles
    Test number
    126424081695
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass125,572 miles (+822)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    125,572 miles
    Test number
    457087958881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass124,750 miles (+248)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    124,750 miles
    Test number
    875212637773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass124,502 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    124,502 miles
    Test number
    327290517114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass124,498 miles (+230)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    124,498 miles
    Test number
    280477108870
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass124,268 miles (+1,533)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    124,268 miles
    Test number
    220848038793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass122,735 miles (+522)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    122,735 miles
    Test number
    324112093887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass122,213 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    122,213 miles
    Test number
    287638307268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint inner (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre showing signs of age 205/60/15 91v
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre showing signs of age
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Fail122,213 miles (+956)4 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,213 miles
    Test number
    570911125377
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint inner (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre showing signs of age 205/60/15 91v
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre showing signs of age
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass121,257 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    121,257 miles
    Test number
    513211066968
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  12. Fail121,251 miles (+2,082)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,251 miles
    Test number
    752863594715
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords excessive cracking between tread & perished (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  13. Pass119,169 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    119,169 miles
    Test number
    813056736098
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail119,169 miles (+2,153)4 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,169 miles
    Test number
    315168236487
    • Repaired at testNearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass117,016 miles (+5,030)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    117,016 miles
    Test number
    299413784483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass111,986 miles (+5,543)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    111,986 miles
    Test number
    275879973456
    • 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)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteHead lamps have condensation

  17. Pass106,443 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    106,443 miles
    Test number
    248987562485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail106,441 miles (+4,216)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,441 miles
    Test number
    379935262170
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass102,225 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    102,225 miles
    Test number
    286163051176
    • NoteHeat shield under vehicle inscure oil level on min
    • NoteNear side parking brake low on effort

  20. Fail102,225 miles (+11,243)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,225 miles
    Test number
    145972951164
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteHeat shield under vehicle inscure oil level on min
    • NoteNear side parking brake low on effort

  21. Pass90,982 miles (+993)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    90,982 miles
    Test number
    320502750189
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes rusting to flexi hoses rear exhaust rusting

  22. Pass89,989 miles (+2,202)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    89,989 miles
    Test number
    261161749151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass87,787 miles (+3,854)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2009
    Odometer
    87,787 miles
    Test number
    960136838161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass83,933 miles (+3,831)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2008
    Odometer
    83,933 miles
    Test number
    304226737116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass80,102 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    80,102 miles
    Test number
    200238436105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T459 NHK

Does T459 NHK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T459 NHK is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T459 NHK?
The MOT on T459 NHK is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T459 NHK done?
T459 NHK was recorded at 126,393 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 2,301 miles a year.
Has T459 NHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T459 NHK has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T459 NHK 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 T459 NHK find?
T459 NHK passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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