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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T47 AMGMOT history

T47 AMG is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Oct 2023 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 120,916 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Oct 2023
Mileage
120,916 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2022
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,674 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T47 AMG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T47 AMG was last recorded at 120,916 miles on 22 Oct 2022, 2,680 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,236 miles · 30 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
2,680 miles
Average per year
5,674 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 120,916 miles
  • 2021 – 118,236 miles
  • 2020 – 116,547 miles
  • 2019 – 114,445 miles
  • 2018 – 109,576 miles
  • 2017 – 105,306 miles
  • 2016 – 100,799 miles
  • 2015 – 95,578 miles
  • 2014 – 92,534 miles
  • 2013 – 87,248 miles
  • 2012 – 82,763 miles
  • 2011 – 75,322 miles
  • 2010 – 69,508 miles
  • 2009 – 60,941 miles
  • 2008 – 53,011 miles
  • 2007 – 37,811 miles
  • 2006 – 26,952 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,916 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive very close to exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Central Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s/n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

32 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,916 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    120,916 miles
    Test number
    103578010425
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive very close to exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  2. Fail120,916 miles (+2,680)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,916 miles
    Test number
    486191464913
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge excessively worn on inner/outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive very close to exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  3. Pass118,236 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    118,236 miles
    Test number
    126315759160
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive very close to exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate intermittent (7.1.6 (a))
  4. Fail118,234 miles (+1,687)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,234 miles
    Test number
    450050580124
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive very close to exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  5. Pass116,547 miles (+2,102)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    116,547 miles
    Test number
    500540065821
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass114,445 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    114,445 miles
    Test number
    722216023346
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail114,443 miles (+4,867)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,443 miles
    Test number
    106710925304
    • MajorNearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake just met requirement may needs adjusting
  8. Pass109,576 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    109,576 miles
    Test number
    686750231787
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s/n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn from inner shoulder. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn from inner/outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded lower ends (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has wiper scuff marks
  9. Fail109,575 miles (+4,269)1 dangerous7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,575 miles
    Test number
    307619847522
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released in dash board warning (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect o/s/n/s (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s/n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and worn from inner shoulder. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn from inner/outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded lower ends (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has wiper scuff marks
  10. Pass105,306 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    105,306 miles
    Test number
    403281875200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  11. Fail105,306 miles (+4,507)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,306 miles
    Test number
    552218121115
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225 40 18 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre flat
  12. Pass100,799 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    100,799 miles
    Test number
    894267108393
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine
  13. Fail100,797 miles (+5,219)12 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,797 miles
    Test number
    274434045218
    • FailureCentre Rear Radius arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front discs in poor condition (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureObligatory mirror insecure rear view (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailurePower steering malfunctioning leaking and noisey (2.3.3a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine
  14. Pass95,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    95,578 miles
    Test number
    582084905315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail95,578 miles (+3,044)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,578 miles
    Test number
    825910449297
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass92,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    92,534 miles
    Test number
    678432104399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail92,534 miles (+5,286)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,534 miles
    Test number
    339131404341
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass87,248 miles (+128)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    87,248 miles
    Test number
    568515193263
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  19. Fail87,120 miles (+4,357)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,120 miles
    Test number
    846308883268
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  20. Pass82,763 miles (+3)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    82,763 miles
    Test number
    326502972226
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges
  21. Fail82,760 miles (+7,438)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,760 miles
    Test number
    626531672208
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges
  22. Pass75,322 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    75,322 miles
    Test number
    728281771281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail75,258 miles (+5,750)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,258 miles
    Test number
    306000761283
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass69,508 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    69,508 miles
    Test number
    421219490239
    • NoteFront discs wearing
  25. Fail69,507 miles (+8,566)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,507 miles
    Test number
    813875190215
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (3.6.G.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront discs wearing
  26. Pass60,941 miles (+867)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    60,941 miles
    Test number
    593179569169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  27. Pass60,074 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    60,074 miles
    Test number
    362253329067
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteTyres damaged slightly on sidewalls
  28. Fail60,074 miles (+7,063)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,074 miles
    Test number
    102031929434
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteTyres damaged slightly on sidewalls
  29. Pass53,011 miles (+15,200)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    53,011 miles
    Test number
    313162108122
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  30. Pass37,811 miles (+10,859)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    37,811 miles
    Test number
    294720907437
    • NoteChunk out of n/s/r tyre outer side wall † †play in both front lower ball joints † †play in both front lower arm rear bushes
  31. Fail26,952 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,952 miles
    Test number
    140910896033
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
  32. Pass26,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    26,952 miles
    Test number
    274230996082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T47 AMG

Does T47 AMG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T47 AMG expired on 31 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T47 AMG?
The MOT on T47 AMG expired on 31 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T47 AMG done?
T47 AMG was recorded at 120,916 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2022, an average of 5,674 miles a year.
Has T47 AMG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T47 AMG has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T47 AMG 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 T47 AMG find?
T47 AMG passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2022 with 5 advisories: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; oil leak, but not excessive very close to exhaust, and 2 more.

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