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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T545 SAAMOT history

T545 SAA is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 23 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Apr 2025 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 133,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Apr 2025
Mileage
133,521 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,166 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T545 SAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T545 SAA was last recorded at 133,521 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 274 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,247 miles · 9 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
274 miles
Average per year
4,166 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 133,521 miles
  • 2024 – 133,247 miles
  • 2023 – 132,624 miles
  • 2021 – 131,721 miles
  • 2019 – 96,645 miles
  • 2018 – 92,812 miles
  • 2017 – 92,714 miles
  • 2016 – 83,334 miles
  • 2015 – 80,568 miles
  • 2014 – 78,349 miles
  • 2013 – 76,092 miles
  • 2012 – 73,824 miles
  • 2011 – 71,748 miles
  • 2010 – 69,696 miles
  • 2009 – 67,534 miles
  • 2008 – 65,033 miles
  • 2007 – 61,510 miles
  • 2006 – 55,330 miles
  • 2005 – 49,454 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail133,521 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts abs sensor wiring (4.11 (a) (iii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts abs sensor wiring (4.11 (a) (iii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible incorrect bulbs installed (4.1.4 (c))
  • MajorHydraulic fluid leaking excessively pas cooler leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached lower bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear flexy mount missing
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to body/chassis and suspension components

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail133,521 miles (+274)2 dangerous19 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,521 miles
    Test number
    506297550935
    • DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts abs sensor wiring (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts abs sensor wiring (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible incorrect bulbs installed (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorHydraulic fluid leaking excessively pas cooler leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached lower bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear flexy mount missing
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to body/chassis and suspension components

  2. Pass133,247 miles (+20)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    133,247 miles
    Test number
    559161330685
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryEnds of sills corroded

  3. Fail133,227 miles (+603)7 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,227 miles
    Test number
    400826577317
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on joint (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp loose
    • AdvisoryEnds of sills corroded

  4. Pass132,624 miles (+903)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    132,624 miles
    Test number
    571962835240
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass131,721 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    131,721 miles
    Test number
    886691644053
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose Straps Worn (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral Underbody Surface Corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail131,721 miles (+35,076)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,721 miles
    Test number
    665031087343
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose Straps Worn (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral Underbody Surface Corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass96,645 miles (+3,833)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    96,645 miles
    Test number
    798615946355
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension general corrosion
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  8. Pass92,812 miles (+98)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    92,812 miles
    Test number
    539491983443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryLowered and modified
    • AdvisoryRear jacking points slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension has general surface corrosion

  9. Fail92,714 miles (+9,380)10 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,714 miles
    Test number
    793191735687
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped both sides (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

  10. Pass83,334 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    83,334 miles
    Test number
    916383411734
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play Slightly rough (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar has slight play in ball joint
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play Slightly rough (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play Slightly rough (2.6.2)

  11. Fail83,331 miles (+2,763)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,331 miles
    Test number
    886468901817
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play Slightly rough (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar has slight play in ball joint
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play Slightly rough (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play Slightly rough (2.6.2)

  12. Pass80,568 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    80,568 miles
    Test number
    333120213534
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Fail80,556 miles (+2,207)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,556 miles
    Test number
    904829583211
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass78,349 miles (+2,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    78,349 miles
    Test number
    106175044235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass76,092 miles (+2,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    76,092 miles
    Test number
    919574833294
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass73,824 miles (+2,076)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    73,824 miles
    Test number
    666244732271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass71,748 miles (+2,052)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    71,748 miles
    Test number
    417778841212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass69,696 miles (+2,162)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    69,696 miles
    Test number
    821157350244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,534 miles (+2,501)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    67,534 miles
    Test number
    752041359211
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass65,033 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    65,033 miles
    Test number
    873604338279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail65,032 miles (+3,522)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,032 miles
    Test number
    693829728268
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Pass61,510 miles (+6,180)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    61,510 miles
    Test number
    114462527220
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass55,330 miles (+5,876)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    55,330 miles
    Test number
    282033826204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass49,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    49,454 miles
    Test number
    533183125229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T545 SAA

Does T545 SAA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T545 SAA expired on 8 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T545 SAA?
The MOT on T545 SAA expired on 8 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T545 SAA done?
T545 SAA was recorded at 133,521 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 4,166 miles a year.
Has T545 SAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T545 SAA has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T545 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 T545 SAA find?
T545 SAA failed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 19 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts abs sensor wiring; offside front electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts abs sensor wiring; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 23 more.

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