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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T54 BLJMOT history

T54 BLJ is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 131,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jun 2027
Mileage
131,950 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,280 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T54 BLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T54 BLJ was last recorded at 131,950 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 4,326 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,624 miles · 13 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,326 miles
Average per year
3,280 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,950 miles
  • 2025 – 127,624 miles
  • 2024 – 123,213 miles
  • 2023 – 119,886 miles
  • 2022 – 116,667 miles
  • 2021 – 113,009 miles
  • 2020 – 110,511 miles
  • 2019 – 105,777 miles
  • 2018 – 102,154 miles
  • 2017 – 98,027 miles
  • 2016 – 96,784 miles
  • 2015 – 96,304 miles
  • 2014 – 95,875 miles
  • 2013 – 94,897 miles
  • 2012 – 93,986 miles
  • 2011 – 92,112 miles
  • 2010 – 87,833 miles
  • 2009 – 82,798 miles
  • 2008 – 77,444 miles
  • 2007 – 70,406 miles
  • 2006 – 65,617 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,950 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass131,950 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    131,950 miles
    Test number
    744872357616
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail131,949 miles (+4,325)2 dangerous4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,949 miles
    Test number
    113167916331
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass127,624 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    127,624 miles
    Test number
    887196627653
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail127,623 miles (+4,410)1 dangerous2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,623 miles
    Test number
    956656272778
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass123,213 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    123,213 miles
    Test number
    233113477203
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail123,213 miles (+3,327)1 dangerous2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,213 miles
    Test number
    799056155719
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass119,886 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    119,886 miles
    Test number
    545352391977
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail119,886 miles (+3,219)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,886 miles
    Test number
    973367274611
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass116,667 miles (+3,658)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    116,667 miles
    Test number
    156861806672
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass113,009 miles (+2,498)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    113,009 miles
    Test number
    396250787861
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass110,511 miles (+4,734)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    110,511 miles
    Test number
    355158726530
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass105,777 miles (+3,623)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    105,777 miles
    Test number
    478253325128
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass102,154 miles (+4,127)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    102,154 miles
    Test number
    624938853149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass98,027 miles (+1,243)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    98,027 miles
    Test number
    606926055939
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear wheel arches
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass96,784 miles (+480)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    96,784 miles
    Test number
    353287375160
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside front to rear brake pipe corroded

  16. Pass96,304 miles (+429)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    96,304 miles
    Test number
    729102795033
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing low.
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn low inner edge.

  17. Pass95,875 miles (+978)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    95,875 miles
    Test number
    918803794032
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low inner edges.
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn close to the wear bars.
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteDeterioration rear brake pipes.
    • NoteDeterioration wiper blade rubbers.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  18. Pass94,897 miles (+911)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    94,897 miles
    Test number
    937203093051
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteRear tyres worn close to the wear bars.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  19. Pass93,986 miles7 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    93,986 miles
    Test number
    996473922177
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn close to the wear bars.
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low inner edges.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.
    • NoteStone cuts tyre treads.
    • NoteSurface corrosion rear brake pipes.

  20. Fail93,986 miles (+1,874)1 failure8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,986 miles
    Test number
    298352922480
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn close to the wear bars.
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteFront tyres wearing low inner edges.
    • NoteNearside door mirror glass missing.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.
    • NoteStone cuts tyre treads.
    • NoteSurface corrosion rear brake pipes.

  21. Pass92,112 miles (+4,279)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    92,112 miles
    Test number
    179894701185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  22. Pass87,833 miles (+36)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    87,833 miles
    Test number
    714490210189
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteDeterioration steering,susp.and axle components,but not resulting in excessive movement.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  23. Fail87,797 miles (+4,999)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,797 miles
    Test number
    552320900138
    • FailureFront registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteDeterioration steering,susp.and axle components,but not resulting in excessive movement.
    • NoteStone chips front windscreen.

  24. Pass82,798 miles (+5,354)7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    82,798 miles
    Test number
    112480699497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCorrosion brake pipes.
    • NoteDamage offside rear tyre outer sidewall.
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.
    • NoteDeterioration susp.and axle components,but not resulting in excessive movement.

  25. Pass77,444 miles (+26)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    77,444 miles
    Test number
    910125698098
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteHandbrake travel high

  26. Fail77,418 miles (+7,012)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,418 miles
    Test number
    984232598064
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteHandbrake travel high

  27. Pass70,406 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    70,406 miles
    Test number
    550589677095
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteHandbrake travel high
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox
    • NoteTrims fitted to both outer sills
    • NoteTrims fitted to inner wheel arches unable to fully inspect prescribed areas

  28. Fail70,406 miles (+4,789)2 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,406 miles
    Test number
    720789477045
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteHandbrake travel high
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox
    • NoteTrims fitted to both outer sills
    • NoteTrims fitted to inner wheel arches unable to fully inspect prescribed areas

  29. Pass65,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    65,617 miles
    Test number
    950032886092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T54 BLJ

Does T54 BLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T54 BLJ is valid until 23 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T54 BLJ?
The MOT on T54 BLJ is valid until 23 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T54 BLJ done?
T54 BLJ was recorded at 131,950 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 3,280 miles a year.
Has T54 BLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T54 BLJ has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T54 BLJ 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 T54 BLJ find?
T54 BLJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge, and 2 more.

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