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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T49 KMJMOT history

T49 KMJ is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Dec 2023 and it has passed 13 of 24 MOT tests, with 117,475 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Dec 2023
Mileage
117,475 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2022
MOT tests
24
13 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T49 KMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T49 KMJ was last recorded at 117,475 miles on 4 Dec 2022, 227 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,248 miles · 24 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
227 miles
Average per year
4,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 117,475 miles
  • 2021 – 111,744 miles
  • 2020 – 106,544 miles
  • 2019 – 99,167 miles
  • 2015 – 98,838 miles
  • 2013 – 98,037 miles
  • 2012 – 86,542 miles
  • 2011 – 76,002 miles
  • 2010 – 62,451 miles
  • 2009 – 58,459 miles
  • 2008 – 52,203 miles
  • 2007 – 47,520 miles
  • 2006 – 42,741 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,475 miles
  • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at back box joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear rear seats removed

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass117,475 miles (+227)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    117,475 miles
    Test number
    135941201491
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at back box joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear rear seats removed

  2. Fail117,248 miles (+5,504)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,248 miles
    Test number
    546877153938
    • MajorEmissions not tested Leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor, marked with chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor, marked with chalk (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorSteering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear diff leak
    • AdvisorySlight body corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  3. Pass111,744 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    111,744 miles
    Test number
    560152808270
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail111,744 miles (+5,200)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,744 miles
    Test number
    344763274107
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass106,544 miles (+7,377)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    106,544 miles
    Test number
    100336016161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass99,167 miles (+329)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    99,167 miles
    Test number
    780203640875
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  7. Fail98,838 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,838 miles
    Test number
    147958445007
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass98,838 miles (+801)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    98,838 miles
    Test number
    846978745028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass98,037 miles (+129)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    98,037 miles
    Test number
    577775553234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Fail97,908 miles (+11,366)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,908 miles
    Test number
    139456943277
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass86,542 miles5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    86,542 miles
    Test number
    285102242259
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth outer sills are starting to corroded.
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are worn on inner and outer edges.
    • NoteSlight end float in offside steering rack.
    • NoteSlight seepage from steering rack boot offside.

  12. Fail86,542 miles (+251)1 dangerous4 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,542 miles
    Test number
    617995032260
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth outer sills are starting to corroded.
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are worn on inner and outer edges.
    • NoteSlight end float in offside steering rack.
    • NoteSlight seepage from steering rack boot offside.

  13. Fail86,291 miles (+10,289)4 failures2 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,291 miles
    Test number
    575288822234
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade end split
    • NoteRear wiper blade

  14. Pass76,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    76,002 miles
    Test number
    116743121295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail76,002 miles (+13,551)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,002 miles
    Test number
    505033421298
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass62,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    62,451 miles
    Test number
    220690300204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail62,451 miles (+3,992)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,451 miles
    Test number
    270197390486
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass58,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    58,459 miles
    Test number
    773538109205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail58,459 miles (+6,256)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,459 miles
    Test number
    401088609277
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  20. Pass52,203 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    52,203 miles
    Test number
    401433298150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOsr tyre sidewall cracks in tread area

  21. Fail52,203 miles (+4,683)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,203 miles
    Test number
    654483298186
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOsr tyre sidewall cracks in tread area

  22. Pass47,520 miles (+4,779)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    47,520 miles
    Test number
    914029027118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,741 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    42,741 miles
    Test number
    174976036191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight movement in steering rack inner joint

  24. Fail42,741 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,741 miles
    Test number
    544185836189
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre worn inner edge
    • NoteSlight movement starting inner rack

Questions about T49 KMJ

Does T49 KMJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T49 KMJ expired on 3 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T49 KMJ?
The MOT on T49 KMJ expired on 3 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T49 KMJ done?
T49 KMJ was recorded at 117,475 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2022, an average of 4,514 miles a year.
Has T49 KMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T49 KMJ has failed 11 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T49 KMJ 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 T49 KMJ find?
T49 KMJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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