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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T492 EESMOT history

T492 EES is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Sept 2026 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 124,549 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Sept 2026
Mileage
124,549 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2025
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,938 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T492 EES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T492 EES was last recorded at 124,549 miles on 21 Sept 2025, 2,583 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2014.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,966 miles · 25 Aug 2014
Between the last two tests
2,583 miles
Average per year
2,938 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,549 miles
  • 2014 – 121,966 miles
  • 2012 – 117,098 miles
  • 2011 – 113,289 miles
  • 2010 – 108,209 miles
  • 2009 – 101,903 miles
  • 2008 – 94,775 miles
  • 2007 – 84,151 miles
  • 2006 – 72,522 miles
  • 2005 – 65,530 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,549 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear bushes splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

15 tests since 19 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,549 miles (+2,583)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    124,549 miles
    Test number
    915897279481
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear bushes splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass121,966 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    121,966 miles
    Test number
    406947834267
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded.

  3. Fail121,966 miles (+4,868)11 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,966 miles
    Test number
    318731434248
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust bracket broken
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded.

  4. Fail117,098 miles1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,098 miles
    Test number
    359445232432
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteHeat sheilds loose
    • NoteOil close to min

  5. Pass117,098 miles (+3,809)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    117,098 miles
    Test number
    418255632226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteHeat sheilds loose
    • NoteOil close to min

  6. Pass113,289 miles (+26)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    113,289 miles
    Test number
    425910631272
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteVarious brake pipes corroding

  7. Fail113,263 miles (+5,054)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,263 miles
    Test number
    239069221246
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteVarious brake pipes corroding

  8. Pass108,209 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    108,209 miles
    Test number
    482378610274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail108,209 miles (+6,306)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,209 miles
    Test number
    220598310266
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass101,903 miles (+7,128)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    101,903 miles
    Test number
    653713329247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass94,775 miles (+10,624)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    94,775 miles
    Test number
    202599428290
    • NoteNS headlight condensated

  12. Pass84,151 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    84,151 miles
    Test number
    543946127250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail84,151 miles (+11,629)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,151 miles
    Test number
    633236127236
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay at o/s of steering rack.

  14. Pass72,522 miles (+6,992)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    72,522 miles
    Test number
    301505316455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    65,530 miles
    Test number
    461911135296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T492 EES

Does T492 EES currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T492 EES expired on 20 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T492 EES?
The MOT on T492 EES expired on 20 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T492 EES done?
T492 EES was recorded at 124,549 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2025, an average of 2,938 miles a year.
Has T492 EES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T492 EES has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2014.
Has the mileage on T492 EES 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 T492 EES find?
T492 EES passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2025 with 7 advisories: nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; offside front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; offside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 4 more.

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