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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T505 TMRMOT history

T505 TMR is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 152,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
152,690 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,314 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T505 TMR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T505 TMR was last recorded at 152,690 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 4,091 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,599 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,091 miles
Average per year
3,314 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,690 miles
  • 2025 – 148,599 miles
  • 2024 – 143,844 miles
  • 2023 – 139,722 miles
  • 2022 – 135,729 miles
  • 2021 – 135,727 miles
  • 2020 – 133,937 miles
  • 2019 – 126,312 miles
  • 2017 – 125,948 miles
  • 2016 – 125,720 miles
  • 2015 – 118,333 miles
  • 2014 – 108,070 miles
  • 2013 – 101,683 miles
  • 2012 – 93,245 miles
  • 2011 – 92,939 miles
  • 2010 – 91,160 miles
  • 2009 – 89,781 miles
  • 2008 – 89,196 miles
  • 2006 – 88,092 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,690 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Exhaust heat shield lose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,690 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    152,690 miles
    Test number
    647902968517
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  2. Fail152,690 miles (+4,091)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,690 miles
    Test number
    214263941705
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  3. Pass148,599 miles (+4,755)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    148,599 miles
    Test number
    959628871173
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryTHIS CAR HAS BEEN LOWERED

  4. Pass143,844 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    143,844 miles
    Test number
    714472933860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail143,838 miles (+4,116)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,838 miles
    Test number
    923775893890
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass139,722 miles (+3,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    139,722 miles
    Test number
    535863438348
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass135,729 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    135,729 miles
    Test number
    636421863867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail135,727 miles (+1,790)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,727 miles
    Test number
    997471628418
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn centre ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass133,937 miles (+7,625)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    133,937 miles
    Test number
    815932587778
    • AdvisoryMovement in o/s/f strut top mount

  10. Pass126,312 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    126,312 miles
    Test number
    539716109687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail126,299 miles (+351)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,299 miles
    Test number
    746999789549
    • DangerousFront Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  12. Pass125,948 miles (+228)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    125,948 miles
    Test number
    213385928470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass125,720 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    125,720 miles
    Test number
    147945448891
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield lose

  14. Fail125,720 miles (+68)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,720 miles
    Test number
    940278328366
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield lose

  15. Fail125,652 miles (+7,319)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,652 miles
    Test number
    124480300677
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement link rod bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose

  16. Pass118,333 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    118,333 miles
    Test number
    668497665115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  17. Fail118,332 miles (+10,262)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,332 miles
    Test number
    295676665466
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass108,070 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    108,070 miles
    Test number
    955815884195
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Fail108,070 miles (+6,387)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,070 miles
    Test number
    518395584125
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass101,683 miles (+8,438)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    101,683 miles
    Test number
    707004243135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass93,245 miles (+306)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    93,245 miles
    Test number
    466791062122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass92,939 miles (+1,779)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    92,939 miles
    Test number
    439514671154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass91,160 miles (+1,379)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    91,160 miles
    Test number
    943615390187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass89,781 miles (+585)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    89,781 miles
    Test number
    572254999110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail89,196 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,196 miles
    Test number
    242257598457
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

  26. Pass89,196 miles (+1,104)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    89,196 miles
    Test number
    670067198107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass88,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    88,092 miles
    Test number
    484793436260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T505 TMR

Does T505 TMR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T505 TMR is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T505 TMR?
The MOT on T505 TMR is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T505 TMR done?
T505 TMR was recorded at 152,690 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 3,314 miles a year.
Has T505 TMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T505 TMR has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T505 TMR 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 T505 TMR find?
T505 TMR passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust noisy.

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