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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T463 VNOMOT history

T463 VNO is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Nov 2023 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 124,077 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Nov 2023
Mileage
124,077 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,360 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T463 VNO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T463 VNO was last recorded at 124,077 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 45 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,032 miles · 16 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
45 miles
Average per year
2,360 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,077 miles
  • 2022 – 124,032 miles
  • 2021 – 123,032 miles
  • 2020 – 122,429 miles
  • 2019 – 120,827 miles
  • 2018 – 117,632 miles
  • 2017 – 114,531 miles
  • 2016 – 111,280 miles
  • 2015 – 107,189 miles
  • 2014 – 104,855 miles
  • 2013 – 102,251 miles
  • 2012 – 100,228 miles
  • 2011 – 97,544 miles
  • 2010 – 95,012 miles
  • 2009 – 92,696 miles
  • 2008 – 89,963 miles
  • 2007 – 85,329 miles
  • 2006 – 80,600 miles
  • 2005 – 76,608 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail124,077 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail124,077 miles (+45)6 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,077 miles
    Test number
    206847146033
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass124,032 miles (+1,000)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    124,032 miles
    Test number
    680585109563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass123,032 miles (+603)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    123,032 miles
    Test number
    181479792824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass122,429 miles (+1,602)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    122,429 miles
    Test number
    758376215459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass120,827 miles (+3,195)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    120,827 miles
    Test number
    344826563173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass117,632 miles (+3,101)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    117,632 miles
    Test number
    236477729508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass114,531 miles (+3,251)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    114,531 miles
    Test number
    753120606154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass111,280 miles (+4,091)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    111,280 miles
    Test number
    495815911131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass107,189 miles (+2,334)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    107,189 miles
    Test number
    684716362841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass104,855 miles (+2,604)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    104,855 miles
    Test number
    868106614334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass102,251 miles (+2,023)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    102,251 miles
    Test number
    709736013367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass100,228 miles (+2,684)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    100,228 miles
    Test number
    767694022335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass97,544 miles (+2,532)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    97,544 miles
    Test number
    538971901302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass95,012 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    95,012 miles
    Test number
    202301900357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail95,002 miles (+2,306)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,002 miles
    Test number
    703460500320
    • FailureInner Front Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass92,696 miles (+2,733)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    92,696 miles
    Test number
    902802909380
    • NoteAir bag light.

  17. Pass89,963 miles (+4,634)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    89,963 miles
    Test number
    640414308312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  18. Pass85,329 miles (+4,729)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    85,329 miles
    Test number
    413072097205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass80,600 miles (+87)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    80,600 miles
    Test number
    453038656239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail80,513 miles (+3,905)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,513 miles
    Test number
    541371656279
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass76,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    76,608 miles
    Test number
    502036255226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T463 VNO

Does T463 VNO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T463 VNO expired on 18 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T463 VNO?
The MOT on T463 VNO expired on 18 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T463 VNO done?
T463 VNO was recorded at 124,077 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 2,360 miles a year.
Has T463 VNO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T463 VNO has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T463 VNO 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 T463 VNO find?
T463 VNO failed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with 6 major defects and 10 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside front brake hose excessively deteriorated; nearside rear service brake excessively binding, and 13 more.

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