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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T531 DGDMOT history

T531 DGD is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2026 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 98,208 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jul 2026
Mileage
98,208 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2023
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,877 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T531 DGD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T531 DGD was last recorded at 98,208 miles on 13 Jul 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,208 miles · 12 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,877 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 98,208 miles
  • 2022 – 89,456 miles
  • 2018 – 86,273 miles
  • 2014 – 84,474 miles
  • 2013 – 81,635 miles
  • 2012 – 79,457 miles
  • 2011 – 74,292 miles
  • 2010 – 68,541 miles
  • 2009 – 63,635 miles
  • 2008 – 57,513 miles
  • 2007 – 52,431 miles
  • 2006 – 48,536 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside side skirting not fully secure
  • AdvisoryBoth rear shockers corroded

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 Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Body not fully secure side skirt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear slight bind at wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear shock absorbers corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Slight power steering fluid leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Steering heavy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    576484776927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside side skirting not fully secure
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockers corroded

  2. Pass98,208 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    98,208 miles
    Test number
    676179531539
    • AdvisoryNearside Body not fully secure side skirt (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight bind at wheel
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisorySlight power steering fluid leak
    • AdvisorySteering heavy

  3. Fail98,208 miles (+8)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,208 miles
    Test number
    605641694546
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed water leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users antifreeze (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Body not fully secure side skirt (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight bind at wheel
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisorySlight power steering fluid leak
    • AdvisorySteering heavy

  4. Fail98,200 miles (+8,744)11 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,200 miles
    Test number
    167586553910
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting marked in chalk at sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced marked in chalk (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn marked in chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced marked in chalk (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting marked in chalk at sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn marked in chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive power steering pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play inner tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  5. Pass89,456 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2023
    Odometer
    89,456 miles
    Test number
    722661414023
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber pins corroded

  6. Fail89,454 miles1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,454 miles
    Test number
    499581274751
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber pins corroded

  7. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    414116320280
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass86,273 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    86,273 miles
    Test number
    190547755027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front BRAKE WIRE FRACTURED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer TYRE WALL CHIPPED + RIM SLIGHT DAMAGE
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE HOSES = CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear HEAT SHIELD INSECURE

  9. Fail86,273 miles (+1,799)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,273 miles
    Test number
    243381794041
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front BRAKE WIRE FRACTURED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer TYRE WALL CHIPPED + RIM SLIGHT DAMAGE
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE HOSES = CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear HEAT SHIELD INSECURE

  10. Pass84,474 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    84,474 miles
    Test number
    157972484140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteREAR HEAT SHIELD CORRODED

  11. Fail84,473 miles (+2,838)5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,473 miles
    Test number
    808322784107
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBONNET MECHANISM ? LUBRICATE ?
    • NoteREAR HEAT SHIELD CORRODED

  12. Pass81,635 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    81,635 miles
    Test number
    408561323152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail81,634 miles (+2,177)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,634 miles
    Test number
    747871823108
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside inner taillight inoperative

  14. Pass79,457 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    79,457 miles
    Test number
    866351402146
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • Note2 OTHER WARNING LIGHTS ON AT DASH TO CHECK
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  15. Fail79,457 miles (+5,165)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,457 miles
    Test number
    316831902111
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • Note2 OTHER WARNING LIGHTS ON AT DASH TO CHECK
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Fail74,292 miles1 repaired6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,292 miles
    Test number
    899546811173
    • Repaired at testNearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteCENTRE REAR HEAT SHIELD INSECURE
    • NoteSTONE CHIP TO WINDSCREEN BEHIND MIRROR

  17. Pass74,292 miles (+5,751)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    74,292 miles
    Test number
    978496211182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteCENTRE REAR HEAT SHIELD INSECURE
    • NoteSTONE CHIP TO WINDSCREEN BEHIND MIRROR

  18. Pass68,541 miles (+4,906)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    68,541 miles
    Test number
    612471090020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass63,635 miles (+6,122)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    63,635 miles
    Test number
    772446409173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f steering rack arm has very slight play

  20. Pass57,513 miles (+5,082)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    57,513 miles
    Test number
    482758598019
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePropshaft rubber donut splitting

  21. Pass52,431 miles (+3,895)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    52,431 miles
    Test number
    102335697013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    48,536 miles
    Test number
    930867596085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail48,536 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,536 miles
    Test number
    563587796091
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T531 DGD

Does T531 DGD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T531 DGD expired on 28 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T531 DGD?
The MOT on T531 DGD expired on 28 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T531 DGD done?
T531 DGD was recorded at 98,208 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2023, an average of 2,877 miles a year.
Has T531 DGD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T531 DGD has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T531 DGD 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 T531 DGD find?
T531 DGD passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; nearside side skirting not fully secure; both rear shockers corroded.

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