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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T497 MCSMOT history

T497 MCS is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Jul 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 148,386 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Jul 2024
Mileage
148,386 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,398 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T497 MCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T497 MCS was last recorded at 148,386 miles on 4 Jul 2023, 63,263 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,123 miles · 29 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
63,263 miles
Average per year
6,398 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 148,386 miles
  • 2022 – 85,123 miles
  • 2021 – 80,966 miles
  • 2020 – 80,378 miles
  • 2019 – 80,370 miles
  • 2018 – 74,794 miles
  • 2017 – 70,794 miles
  • 2016 – 67,870 miles
  • 2015 – 65,009 miles
  • 2014 – 63,120 miles
  • 2013 – 60,066 miles
  • 2012 – 57,514 miles
  • 2011 – 54,486 miles
  • 2010 – 51,345 miles
  • 2009 – 48,566 miles
  • 2008 – 45,499 miles
  • 2007 – 42,853 miles
  • 2006 – 39,089 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,386 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryUnderside vehicle heavily covered in underseal

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2013

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2006–2012

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,386 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    148,386 miles
    Test number
    533485407281
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnderside vehicle heavily covered in underseal

  2. Fail148,386 miles (+63,263)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,386 miles
    Test number
    254746064938
    • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass85,123 miles (+4,157)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    85,123 miles
    Test number
    170380262454
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass80,966 miles (+588)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    80,966 miles
    Test number
    558645425356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,378 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    80,378 miles
    Test number
    464989082598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail80,370 miles (+5,576)9 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,370 miles
    Test number
    516528013443
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at rear silencer corroded limited life (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass74,794 miles (+4,000)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    74,794 miles
    Test number
    527368410615
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass70,794 miles (+2,924)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    70,794 miles
    Test number
    537110397288
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger broken but still adequately supported
    • AdvisoryWater pump bearing noisy

  9. Pass67,870 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    67,870 miles
    Test number
    336378222633
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  10. Fail67,870 miles (+2,861)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,870 miles
    Test number
    264448387660
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  11. Pass65,009 miles (+62)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    65,009 miles
    Test number
    726875645109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  12. Fail64,947 miles (+1,827)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,947 miles
    Test number
    686874035104
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  13. Pass63,120 miles (+82)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    63,120 miles
    Test number
    588490154192
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  14. Fail63,038 miles (+2,972)6 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,038 miles
    Test number
    109212144163
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine oil very low

  15. Pass60,066 miles (+15)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    60,066 miles
    Test number
    258835553123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail60,051 miles (+2,537)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,051 miles
    Test number
    559888643156
    • 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 Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass57,514 miles (+31)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    57,514 miles
    Test number
    795677252112
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail57,483 miles (+2,997)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,483 miles
    Test number
    638531452148
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass54,486 miles (+3,141)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    54,486 miles
    Test number
    798953951101
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass51,345 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    51,345 miles
    Test number
    471771940116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteExhaust heat shield insecure

  21. Fail51,345 miles (+2,779)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,345 miles
    Test number
    624759930159
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteExhaust heat shield insecure

  22. Pass48,566 miles (+3,067)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    48,566 miles
    Test number
    920648049196
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass45,499 miles (+50)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    45,499 miles
    Test number
    202307358448
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail45,449 miles (+2,596)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,449 miles
    Test number
    342382158183
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass42,853 miles (+3,764)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    42,853 miles
    Test number
    774000457198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,089 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    39,089 miles
    Test number
    273124756115
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T497 MCS

Does T497 MCS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T497 MCS expired on 3 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T497 MCS?
The MOT on T497 MCS expired on 3 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T497 MCS done?
T497 MCS was recorded at 148,386 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2023, an average of 6,398 miles a year.
Has T497 MCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T497 MCS has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T497 MCS 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 T497 MCS find?
T497 MCS passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2023 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; windscreen wiper blade defective; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 8 more.

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