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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T515 SETMOT history

T515 SET is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Feb 2025 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 193,152 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Feb 2025
Mileage
193,152 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2024
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,523 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T515 SET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T515 SET was last recorded at 193,152 miles on 9 Feb 2024, 960 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,192 miles · 13 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
960 miles
Average per year
6,523 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 193,152 miles
  • 2022 – 192,192 miles
  • 2021 – 184,071 miles
  • 2020 – 174,021 miles
  • 2019 – 158,443 miles
  • 2017 – 153,799 miles
  • 2016 – 149,591 miles
  • 2015 – 143,682 miles
  • 2014 – 136,816 miles
  • 2013 – 130,678 miles
  • 2012 – 123,315 miles
  • 2011 – 117,878 miles
  • 2010 – 111,611 miles
  • 2009 – 109,461 miles
  • 2008 – 100,141 miles
  • 2007 – 90,889 miles
  • 2006 – 78,883 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,152 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 4 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,152 miles (+960)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    193,152 miles
    Test number
    915470327341
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass192,192 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    192,192 miles
    Test number
    656283260482
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate lose but not likely to become off
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail192,192 miles (+8,121)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,192 miles
    Test number
    471588839076
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testFuel tank insecure tank strap (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate lose but not likely to become off
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass184,071 miles (+10,050)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    184,071 miles
    Test number
    351757966384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass174,021 miles (+15,578)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    174,021 miles
    Test number
    610504385529
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips/cracks in swept area of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread on 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread on 3mm and sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s rear inner arches corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal all repairs covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted covering testable items

  6. Pass158,443 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    158,443 miles
    Test number
    413460336291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail158,440 miles (+4,641)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,440 miles
    Test number
    111245316886
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Windscreen in such a condition that visibility through swept area is seriously affected (3.2 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  8. Pass153,799 miles (+4,208)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    153,799 miles
    Test number
    220786324868
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to underside rear

  9. Pass149,591 miles (+5,909)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    149,591 miles
    Test number
    116853661681
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint outer (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass143,682 miles (+6,866)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    143,682 miles
    Test number
    255234565038
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  11. Pass136,816 miles (+6,138)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    136,816 miles
    Test number
    518886764061
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Pass130,678 miles (+7,363)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    130,678 miles
    Test number
    186736863448
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass123,315 miles (+5,437)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    123,315 miles
    Test number
    919877062009
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass117,878 miles (+6,267)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    117,878 miles
    Test number
    799673161049
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass111,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    111,611 miles
    Test number
    902968260035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail111,611 miles (+2,150)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,611 miles
    Test number
    553828760039
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass109,461 miles (+9,320)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    109,461 miles
    Test number
    611145689254
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass100,141 miles (+70)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    100,141 miles
    Test number
    791788088233
    • NoteCorrosion to ft brake pipes
    • NoteWear in front suspension arms rubbers rear mtings
    • NoteWear in ft btm ball joints

  19. Fail100,071 miles (+9,182)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,071 miles
    Test number
    453944988220
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCorrosion to ft brake pipes
    • NoteWear in front suspension arms rubbers rear mtings
    • NoteWear in ft btm ball joints

  20. Pass90,889 miles (+12,006)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    90,889 miles
    Test number
    190608187222
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass78,883 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    78,883 miles
    Test number
    110366016208
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T515 SET

Does T515 SET currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T515 SET expired on 8 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T515 SET?
The MOT on T515 SET expired on 8 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T515 SET done?
T515 SET was recorded at 193,152 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2024, an average of 6,523 miles a year.
Has T515 SET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T515 SET has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T515 SET 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 T515 SET find?
T515 SET passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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