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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T47 VAPMOT history

T47 VAP is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Nov 2021 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 117,898 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Nov 2021
Mileage
117,898 mi
At MOT on 25 Oct 2021
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,846 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T47 VAP
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
13 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
25 Oct 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

T47 VAP was last recorded at 117,898 miles on 25 Oct 2021, 3,432 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,466 miles · 2 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
3,432 miles
Average per year
4,846 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 117,898 miles
  • 2020 – 114,466 miles
  • 2019 – 111,742 miles
  • 2018 – 107,024 miles
  • 2017 – 101,066 miles
  • 2016 – 98,266 miles
  • 2015 – 89,237 miles
  • 2014 – 81,376 miles
  • 2013 – 77,841 miles
  • 2012 – 71,698 miles
  • 2011 – 68,883 miles
  • 2010 – 66,299 miles
  • 2009 – 62,290 miles
  • 2008 – 57,750 miles
  • 2007 – 51,855 miles
  • 2006 – 45,978 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail117,898 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail117,898 miles (+3,432)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,898 miles
    Test number
    699440573962
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass114,466 miles (+2,724)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    114,466 miles
    Test number
    321050070121
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass111,742 miles (+4,718)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    111,742 miles
    Test number
    116269060562
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass107,024 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    107,024 miles
    Test number
    714951775091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail107,021 miles (+5,955)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,021 miles
    Test number
    890619792274
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass101,066 miles (+2,800)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    101,066 miles
    Test number
    850945302626
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass98,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    98,266 miles
    Test number
    483337460361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail98,266 miles (+9,029)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,266 miles
    Test number
    988001777463
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  9. Pass89,237 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    89,237 miles
    Test number
    239820064220
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside & offside outer sills (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear floors (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belts
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail89,237 miles (+7,861)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,237 miles
    Test number
    281286969829
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded nearside front outer sill at (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside & offside outer sills (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear floors (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belts
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass81,376 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    81,376 miles
    Test number
    395173894221
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail81,376 miles (+3,535)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,376 miles
    Test number
    458823594280
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass77,841 miles (+6,143)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    77,841 miles
    Test number
    947619653200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    71,698 miles
    Test number
    687392562231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail71,698 miles (+2,815)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,698 miles
    Test number
    238031262225
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass68,883 miles (+2,584)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    68,883 miles
    Test number
    959705151237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,299 miles (+4,009)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    66,299 miles
    Test number
    411753810448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,290 miles (+4,540)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    62,290 miles
    Test number
    393529109379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail57,750 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,750 miles
    Test number
    110467218367
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass57,750 miles (+5,895)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    57,750 miles
    Test number
    504157218317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,855 miles (+5,877)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    51,855 miles
    Test number
    740159917319
    • NoteFront and rear pads worn thin

  22. Pass45,978 miles (+3,752)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    45,978 miles
    Test number
    892350626335
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  23. Pass42,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    42,226 miles
    Test number
    190945276474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail42,226 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,226 miles
    Test number
    534704176005
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about T47 VAP

Does T47 VAP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T47 VAP expired on 5 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T47 VAP?
The MOT on T47 VAP expired on 5 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T47 VAP done?
T47 VAP was recorded at 117,898 miles at its MOT on 25 Oct 2021, an average of 4,846 miles a year.
Has T47 VAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T47 VAP has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T47 VAP 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 VAP find?
T47 VAP failed its latest MOT on 25 Oct 2021 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; offside front vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point, and 2 more.

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