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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T468 MCSMOT history

T468 MCS is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 151,386 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2022
Mileage
151,386 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,580 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T468 MCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T468 MCS was last recorded at 151,386 miles on 28 Jan 2022, 1,408 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,978 miles · 29 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
1,408 miles
Average per year
1,580 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 151,386 miles
  • 2021 – 149,978 miles
  • 2020 – 145,051 miles
  • 2019 – 144,038 miles
  • 2018 – 143,680 miles
  • 2017 – 143,667 miles
  • 2016 – 143,558 miles
  • 2015 – 143,428 miles
  • 2014 – 143,386 miles
  • 2013 – 143,118 miles
  • 2012 – 142,965 miles
  • 2011 – 142,418 miles
  • 2010 – 140,592 miles
  • 2009 – 139,039 miles
  • 2008 – 135,729 miles
  • 2007 – 132,579 miles
  • 2006 – 126,078 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail151,386 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect b (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inside wheel arch corroded all way round (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn 'D-RUBBER' (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inside wheel arch corroded all the way round (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) legal limit
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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 suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail151,386 miles (+1,408)2 dangerous11 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,386 miles
    Test number
    169600219556
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect b (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inside wheel arch corroded all way round (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn 'D-RUBBER' (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inside wheel arch corroded all the way round (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) legal limit
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass149,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    149,978 miles
    Test number
    907182995280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail149,978 miles (+4,927)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,978 miles
    Test number
    430796872060
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass145,051 miles (+1,013)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    145,051 miles
    Test number
    780997818645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass144,038 miles (+358)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    144,038 miles
    Test number
    587864995854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass143,680 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    143,680 miles
    Test number
    146073590937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass143,667 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    143,667 miles
    Test number
    557112724947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass143,558 miles (+130)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    143,558 miles
    Test number
    116389400620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass143,428 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    143,428 miles
    Test number
    499493525095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass143,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    143,386 miles
    Test number
    909621634019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail143,386 miles (+268)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,386 miles
    Test number
    185414724068
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  12. Pass143,118 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    143,118 miles
    Test number
    248409923058
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Fail143,118 miles (+153)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,118 miles
    Test number
    496529123081
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass142,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    142,965 miles
    Test number
    107369212027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail142,965 miles (+547)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,965 miles
    Test number
    896196212082
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass142,418 miles (+1,826)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    142,418 miles
    Test number
    177921411094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass140,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    140,592 miles
    Test number
    421692430058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail140,592 miles (+1,553)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,592 miles
    Test number
    872478520036
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Pass139,039 miles (+3,310)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    139,039 miles
    Test number
    633980429062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass135,729 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    135,729 miles
    Test number
    881594628061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail135,655 miles (+3,076)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,655 miles
    Test number
    571326018043
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass132,579 miles (+6,501)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    132,579 miles
    Test number
    623268217092
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOff side and near side front tyres worn on inner and outter edges

  23. Pass126,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    126,078 miles
    Test number
    180480226452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T468 MCS

Does T468 MCS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T468 MCS expired on 31 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T468 MCS?
The MOT on T468 MCS expired on 31 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T468 MCS done?
T468 MCS was recorded at 151,386 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2022, an average of 1,580 miles a year.
Has T468 MCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T468 MCS has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T468 MCS 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 T468 MCS find?
T468 MCS failed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2022 with 2 dangerous defects, 11 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect b, and 16 more.

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