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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T472 EAFMOT history

T472 EAF is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 132,350 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Oct 2026
Mileage
132,350 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,275 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T472 EAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T472 EAF was last recorded at 132,350 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 10,362 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,988 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
10,362 miles
Average per year
3,275 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,350 miles
  • 2025 – 121,988 miles
  • 2024 – 115,842 miles
  • 2023 – 113,008 miles
  • 2022 – 111,520 miles
  • 2021 – 107,634 miles
  • 2020 – 107,019 miles
  • 2019 – 106,902 miles
  • 2018 – 106,406 miles
  • 2016 – 106,269 miles
  • 2015 – 106,184 miles
  • 2014 – 105,116 miles
  • 2013 – 103,423 miles
  • 2012 – 94,520 miles
  • 2011 – 85,504 miles
  • 2010 – 82,123 miles
  • 2009 – 79,634 miles
  • 2008 – 77,129 miles
  • 2007 – 73,981 miles
  • 2006 – 66,787 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail132,350 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn rear sub frame front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension locking device ineffective adjustable trailing arms (5.3.6 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
  • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn rear sub frame front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension locking device ineffective (5.3.6 (b))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

30 tests since 4 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail132,350 miles (+10,362)10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,350 miles
    Test number
    121481576045
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn rear sub frame front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension locking device ineffective adjustable trailing arms (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn rear sub frame front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension locking device ineffective (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass121,988 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    121,988 miles
    Test number
    855832773929
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Fail121,988 miles (+6,146)1 dangerous2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,988 miles
    Test number
    527673468073
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass115,842 miles (+2,834)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    115,842 miles
    Test number
    598244703080
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass113,008 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    113,008 miles
    Test number
    385600445946
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Fail113,006 miles (+1,486)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,006 miles
    Test number
    877769773667
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass111,520 miles (+3,886)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    111,520 miles
    Test number
    746160601096
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass107,634 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    107,634 miles
    Test number
    664397829392
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail107,634 miles (+615)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,634 miles
    Test number
    366861746917
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass107,019 miles (+117)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    107,019 miles
    Test number
    544407731465
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass106,902 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    106,902 miles
    Test number
    946471266715
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail106,902 miles (+496)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,902 miles
    Test number
    609625677095
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass106,406 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    106,406 miles
    Test number
    997715793201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail106,404 miles (+135)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,404 miles
    Test number
    902701102325
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass106,269 miles (+85)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    106,269 miles
    Test number
    714248842619
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass106,184 miles (+1,068)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    106,184 miles
    Test number
    716179311127
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front antiroll bar links bushes slightly perished
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pipe by fuel tank slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake pipe to flex hose slightly corroded

  17. Pass105,116 miles (+1,693)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    105,116 miles
    Test number
    155627684206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass103,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    103,423 miles
    Test number
    686243483200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail103,423 miles (+8,903)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,423 miles
    Test number
    197912883251
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  20. Pass94,520 miles (+9,016)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    94,520 miles
    Test number
    195964782261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass85,504 miles (+3,381)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    85,504 miles
    Test number
    886537681240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass82,123 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    82,123 miles
    Test number
    844568280276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade smearing
    • NoteOffside front wiper blade split

  23. Fail82,123 miles (+2,489)2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,123 miles
    Test number
    822707880246
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade smearing
    • NoteOffside front wiper blade split

  24. Pass79,634 miles (+2,505)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    79,634 miles
    Test number
    393448079423
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass77,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    77,129 miles
    Test number
    174135978270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail77,129 miles (+3,148)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,129 miles
    Test number
    142935578251
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

  27. Pass73,981 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    73,981 miles
    Test number
    124949067284
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Fail73,981 miles (+7,194)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,981 miles
    Test number
    301139167274
    • Repaired at testDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass66,787 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    66,787 miles
    Test number
    870459976287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail66,765 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,765 miles
    Test number
    110057176271
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T472 EAF

Does T472 EAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T472 EAF expired on 12 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T472 EAF?
The MOT on T472 EAF expired on 12 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T472 EAF done?
T472 EAF was recorded at 132,350 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 3,275 miles a year.
Has T472 EAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T472 EAF has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T472 EAF 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 T472 EAF find?
T472 EAF failed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 10 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp light source and lamp not compatible; nearside rear sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn rear sub frame front bush; nearside rear suspension locking device ineffective adjustable trailing arms, and 10 more.

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