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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T51 SAAMOT history

T51 SAA is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 142,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
142,012 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,522 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T51 SAA
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T51 SAA was last recorded at 142,012 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 3,575 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,437 miles · 19 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,575 miles
Average per year
3,522 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,012 miles
  • 2025 – 138,437 miles
  • 2024 – 134,174 miles
  • 2023 – 133,671 miles
  • 2022 – 131,054 miles
  • 2021 – 125,438 miles
  • 2020 – 122,051 miles
  • 2018 – 121,715 miles
  • 2017 – 120,541 miles
  • 2016 – 119,389 miles
  • 2014 – 118,105 miles
  • 2013 – 116,648 miles
  • 2012 – 115,078 miles
  • 2011 – 112,932 miles
  • 2010 – 108,354 miles
  • 2009 – 95,172 miles
  • 2008 – 86,394 miles
  • 2007 – 77,468 miles
  • 2006 – 69,049 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,012 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,012 miles (+3,575)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    142,012 miles
    Test number
    595386701798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass138,437 miles (+4,263)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    138,437 miles
    Test number
    446357536252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass134,174 miles (+503)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    134,174 miles
    Test number
    981298533891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass133,671 miles (+2,617)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    133,671 miles
    Test number
    489716717866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass131,054 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    131,054 miles
    Test number
    497506177536
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail131,050 miles (+5,612)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,050 miles
    Test number
    485945579886
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass125,438 miles (+3,387)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    125,438 miles
    Test number
    763766047420
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass122,051 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    122,051 miles
    Test number
    755234746450
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail122,051 miles (+336)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,051 miles
    Test number
    949697627821
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass121,715 miles (+195)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    121,715 miles
    Test number
    980634070861
    • AdvisoryCondensation in headlights

  11. Pass121,520 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    121,520 miles
    Test number
    835536195278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Fail121,520 miles (+979)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,520 miles
    Test number
    860204503088
    • Repaired at testNearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass120,541 miles (+1,152)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    120,541 miles
    Test number
    834831330766
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass119,389 miles (+1,284)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    119,389 miles
    Test number
    686043098145
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front support bushes slight play (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass118,105 miles (+1,457)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    118,105 miles
    Test number
    406409144392
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight misfire engine

  16. Pass116,648 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    116,648 miles
    Test number
    585236143306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail116,648 miles (+1,570)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,648 miles
    Test number
    678426443347
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass115,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    115,078 miles
    Test number
    417798442444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail115,078 miles (+2,146)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,078 miles
    Test number
    839608742395
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  20. Pass112,932 miles (+4,578)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    112,932 miles
    Test number
    945613651365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass108,354 miles (+5,767)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    108,354 miles
    Test number
    923638640322
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFRONT & REAR BRAKE DISCS VEARY WORN .

  22. Pass102,587 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    102,587 miles
    Test number
    414501410028
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Fail102,573 miles (+7,401)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,573 miles
    Test number
    530828900094
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass95,172 miles (+8,778)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    95,172 miles
    Test number
    754737109009
    • AdvisoryLower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUpper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront no plate cracked

  25. Pass86,394 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    86,394 miles
    Test number
    870738008085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail86,271 miles (+8,803)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,271 miles
    Test number
    801934908004
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

  27. Pass77,468 miles (+8,419)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    77,468 miles
    Test number
    643214507055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass69,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    69,049 miles
    Test number
    951651116058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T51 SAA

Does T51 SAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T51 SAA is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T51 SAA?
The MOT on T51 SAA is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T51 SAA done?
T51 SAA was recorded at 142,012 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 3,522 miles a year.
Has T51 SAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T51 SAA has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T51 SAA 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 T51 SAA find?
T51 SAA passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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