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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T548 FUMMOT history

T548 FUM is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 159,300 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
159,300 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,919 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T548 FUM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T548 FUM was last recorded at 159,300 miles on 19 May 2026, 17,334 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,966 miles · 26 May 2018
Between the last two tests
17,334 miles
Average per year
5,919 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,300 miles
  • 2018 – 141,966 miles
  • 2017 – 139,054 miles
  • 2016 – 137,053 miles
  • 2015 – 132,388 miles
  • 2014 – 116,537 miles
  • 2013 – 109,342 miles
  • 2012 – 96,783 miles
  • 2011 – 90,416 miles
  • 2010 – 77,220 miles
  • 2009 – 68,396 miles
  • 2008 – 59,315 miles
  • 2007 – 51,003 miles
  • 2006 – 40,488 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,300 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.

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Surface corrosion on discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Various items corroded under vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    159,300 miles
    Test number
    686380708901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    926811777572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. FailMileage not read3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    440216477702
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  4. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    794208048598
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on discs
    • AdvisoryVarious items corroded under vehicle

  5. FailMileage not read1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    219646345639
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on discs
    • AdvisoryVarious items corroded under vehicle

  6. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    291075925213
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  7. FailMileage not read1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    283755591913
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  8. FailMileage not read5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    802360820456
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroded

  9. Pass141,966 miles (+2,912)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    141,966 miles
    Test number
    982110647046
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass139,054 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    139,054 miles
    Test number
    114732927350
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail139,048 miles (+1,995)10 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,048 miles
    Test number
    325897845313
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested Engine overheated (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass137,053 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    137,053 miles
    Test number
    791426673078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush rubber mount bonding has slightly broken not excessive movement (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush rubber mount bonding has slightly broken not excessive movement (2.7.4)

  13. Fail137,053 miles (+4,665)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,053 miles
    Test number
    548472065647
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering locking device missing tie rod locking nut (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush rubber mount bonding has slightly broken not excessive movement (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush rubber mount bonding has slightly broken not excessive movement (2.7.4)

  14. Pass132,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    132,388 miles
    Test number
    137909435159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail132,388 miles (+361)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,388 miles
    Test number
    889969135149
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  16. Fail132,027 miles (+15,490)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,027 miles
    Test number
    316841525128
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteN/s front tyre has a puncture

  17. Pass116,537 miles (+4)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    116,537 miles
    Test number
    845524114109
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBoth inner sills corroded
    • NoteFuel tank straps corroded
    • NoteSills not fully inspected as plasic covers are fitted

  18. Fail116,533 miles (+7,191)4 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,533 miles
    Test number
    528746904139
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBoth headlamp aims adjusted
    • NoteBoth inner sills corroded
    • NoteFuel tank straps corroded
    • NoteSills not fully inspected as plasic covers are fitted

  19. Pass109,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    109,342 miles
    Test number
    428988123168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail109,342 miles (+12,559)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,342 miles
    Test number
    638738623187
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  21. Pass96,783 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    96,783 miles
    Test number
    265785222405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  22. Fail96,783 miles (+6,367)7 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,783 miles
    Test number
    219761822451
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  23. Pass90,416 miles (+13,196)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    90,416 miles
    Test number
    457073311164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass77,220 miles (+8,824)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    77,220 miles
    Test number
    184647800170
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracked slightly

  25. Pass68,396 miles (+9,081)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    68,396 miles
    Test number
    730323599096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass59,315 miles (+8,312)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    59,315 miles
    Test number
    703900418127
    • NoteHigh level brake light inop

  27. Pass51,003 miles (+10,515)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    51,003 miles
    Test number
    773344307150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass40,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    40,488 miles
    Test number
    984532216152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T548 FUM

Does T548 FUM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T548 FUM is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T548 FUM?
The MOT on T548 FUM is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T548 FUM done?
T548 FUM was recorded at 159,300 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 5,919 miles a year.
Has T548 FUM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T548 FUM has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T548 FUM 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 T548 FUM find?
T548 FUM passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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