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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T517 CERMOT history

T517 CER is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jun 2027 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 131,814 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jun 2027
Mileage
131,814 mi
At MOT on 8 Jun 2026
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,203 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T517 CER
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T517 CER was last recorded at 131,814 miles on 8 Jun 2026, 9,462 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Apr 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,352 miles · 19 Apr 2017
Between the last two tests
9,462 miles
Average per year
3,203 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,814 miles
  • 2017 – 122,352 miles
  • 2016 – 106,405 miles
  • 2015 – 88,443 miles
  • 2013 – 87,084 miles
  • 2012 – 83,294 miles
  • 2010 – 79,291 miles
  • 2009 – 75,288 miles
  • 2008 – 73,161 miles
  • 2007 – 70,670 miles
  • 2006 – 68,323 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,814 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,814 miles (+9,462)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    131,814 miles
    Test number
    941906305047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass122,352 miles (+163)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    122,352 miles
    Test number
    759581561386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail122,189 miles (+15,784)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,189 miles
    Test number
    622216419984
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  4. Pass106,405 miles (+95)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    106,405 miles
    Test number
    645008685183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail106,310 miles (+17,867)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,310 miles
    Test number
    424947261201
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  6. Pass88,443 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    88,443 miles
    Test number
    375924005157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail88,441 miles (+1,357)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,441 miles
    Test number
    178581805159
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteStrong advise on both front brake pipes cracking up particularly n/s/f

  8. Pass87,084 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    87,084 miles
    Test number
    556555243327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. Fail87,082 miles (+3,788)1 dangerous8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,082 miles
    Test number
    209453743333
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  10. Pass83,294 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    83,294 miles
    Test number
    269378592432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail83,292 miles (+4,001)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,292 miles
    Test number
    487366692173
    • FailureBrake warning device not working correctly (3.3.D.3a)

  12. Pass79,291 miles (+87)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    79,291 miles
    Test number
    770063330276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail79,204 miles (+3,916)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,204 miles
    Test number
    182076420266
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light illuminated

  14. Pass75,288 miles (+2,127)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    75,288 miles
    Test number
    173169539257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass73,161 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    73,161 miles
    Test number
    500733148207
    • NoteALL BRAKEPADS VERY LOW

  16. Fail73,161 miles (+2,491)6 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,161 miles
    Test number
    800343548227
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteALL BRAKEPADS VERY LOW

  17. Pass70,670 miles (+2,347)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    70,670 miles
    Test number
    344016937267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass68,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    68,323 miles
    Test number
    201524726250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T517 CER

Does T517 CER currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T517 CER is valid until 7 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T517 CER?
The MOT on T517 CER is valid until 7 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T517 CER done?
T517 CER was recorded at 131,814 miles at its MOT on 8 Jun 2026, an average of 3,203 miles a year.
Has T517 CER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T517 CER has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2017.
Has the mileage on T517 CER 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 T517 CER find?
T517 CER passed its latest MOT on 8 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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