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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T487 LBJMOT history

T487 LBJ is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 43,601 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
43,601 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,635 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T487 LBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T487 LBJ was last recorded at 43,601 miles on 10 Jun 2026, 7,218 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
36,383 miles · 23 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
7,218 miles
Average per year
1,635 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,601 miles
  • 2025 – 36,383 miles
  • 2024 – 35,103 miles
  • 2023 – 34,552 miles
  • 2022 – 33,932 miles
  • 2021 – 33,020 miles
  • 2020 – 32,192 miles
  • 2019 – 31,101 miles
  • 2018 – 29,955 miles
  • 2017 – 28,612 miles
  • 2016 – 27,005 miles
  • 2015 – 25,632 miles
  • 2014 – 23,952 miles
  • 2013 – 22,692 miles
  • 2012 – 20,958 miles
  • 2011 – 19,832 miles
  • 2010 – 17,815 miles
  • 2009 – 15,864 miles
  • 2008 – 14,309 miles
  • 2007 – 12,448 miles
  • 2006 – 10,947 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,601 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass43,601 miles (+7,218)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    43,601 miles
    Test number
    943700045710
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass36,383 miles (+1,280)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    36,383 miles
    Test number
    534658559103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass35,103 miles (+551)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    35,103 miles
    Test number
    283589510739
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass34,552 miles (+620)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    34,552 miles
    Test number
    909895415453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass33,932 miles (+912)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    33,932 miles
    Test number
    446590839572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass33,020 miles (+828)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    33,020 miles
    Test number
    753493497467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass32,192 miles (+1,091)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    32,192 miles
    Test number
    555640219931
    • AdvisoryShields fitted upper and lower

  8. Pass31,101 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    31,101 miles
    Test number
    550001686010
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail31,101 miles (+1,146)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,101 miles
    Test number
    751047178208
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass29,955 miles (+1,343)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    29,955 miles
    Test number
    814037963272
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass28,612 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    28,612 miles
    Test number
    592309574118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail28,612 miles (+1,607)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,612 miles
    Test number
    459259662297
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass27,005 miles (+1,373)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    27,005 miles
    Test number
    519731554130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass25,632 miles (+1,680)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    25,632 miles
    Test number
    399156575132
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass23,952 miles (+1,260)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    23,952 miles
    Test number
    597285274195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,692 miles (+1,734)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    22,692 miles
    Test number
    675766173196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,958 miles (+1,126)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    20,958 miles
    Test number
    447534672181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass19,832 miles (+2,017)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    19,832 miles
    Test number
    707592371100
    • NoteNear side front tyre low on edges and both rear tyres slight cracking

  19. Pass17,815 miles (+1,951)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    17,815 miles
    Test number
    713513670106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,864 miles (+1,555)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    15,864 miles
    Test number
    730246179162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,309 miles (+1,861)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    14,309 miles
    Test number
    970061778124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,448 miles (+1,501)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    12,448 miles
    Test number
    222510077493
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front washers only working on one jet
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteSticker in o/s lower window

  23. Pass10,947 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    10,947 miles
    Test number
    200601176454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T487 LBJ

Does T487 LBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T487 LBJ is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T487 LBJ?
The MOT on T487 LBJ is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T487 LBJ done?
T487 LBJ was recorded at 43,601 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2026, an average of 1,635 miles a year.
Has T487 LBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T487 LBJ has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on T487 LBJ 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 T487 LBJ find?
T487 LBJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush.

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