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BMW M3

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 3,201 cc

T549 ARXMOT history

T549 ARX is a green petrol BMW M3 first used on 28 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Jul 2024 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 119,600 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jul 2024
Mileage
119,600 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2023
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,964 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T549 ARX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,201 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T549 ARX was last recorded at 119,600 miles on 10 Jul 2023, 1,061 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2012.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,539 miles · 27 Jan 2012
Between the last two tests
1,061 miles
Average per year
2,964 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 119,600 miles
  • 2012 – 118,539 miles
  • 2011 – 117,280 miles
  • 2010 – 108,585 miles
  • 2009 – 90,549 miles
  • 2008 – 80,590 miles
  • 2007 – 79,172 miles
  • 2006 – 68,198 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,600 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass119,600 miles (+1,061)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    119,600 miles
    Test number
    586092306474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass118,539 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    118,539 miles
    Test number
    395067322049
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering rack arm

  3. Fail118,539 miles (+1,259)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,539 miles
    Test number
    907534122029
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering rack arm

  4. Pass117,280 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    117,280 miles
    Test number
    526174521098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail117,267 miles (+8,682)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,267 miles
    Test number
    479192721039
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  6. Pass108,585 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    108,585 miles
    Test number
    471952820044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNsr seat belt slow to retract

  7. Fail108,585 miles (+18,036)2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,585 miles
    Test number
    914722720044
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNsr seat belt slow to retract

  8. Pass90,549 miles (+9,959)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    90,549 miles
    Test number
    391687419031
    • 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)
    • NoteAll four indicators and both front side repeaters are slightly discoloured

  9. Pass80,590 miles (+1,418)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    80,590 miles
    Test number
    264718208011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass79,172 miles (+9)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    79,172 miles
    Test number
    283514917446
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges

  11. Fail79,163 miles (+10,965)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,163 miles
    Test number
    723770317119
    • DangerousStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryTrailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOSF tyre worn on inner edge

  12. Pass68,198 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    68,198 miles
    Test number
    732736266073
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

Questions about T549 ARX

Does T549 ARX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T549 ARX expired on 9 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T549 ARX?
The MOT on T549 ARX expired on 9 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T549 ARX done?
T549 ARX was recorded at 119,600 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2023, an average of 2,964 miles a year.
Has T549 ARX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T549 ARX has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2012.
Has the mileage on T549 ARX 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 T549 ARX find?
T549 ARX passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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