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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T559 FRUMOT history

T559 FRU is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 171,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 May 2027
Mileage
171,679 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,665 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T559 FRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T559 FRU was last recorded at 171,679 miles on 5 May 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,671 miles · 29 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
5,665 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,679 miles
  • 2024 – 167,565 miles
  • 2023 – 163,890 miles
  • 2022 – 159,812 miles
  • 2021 – 155,610 miles
  • 2019 – 148,023 miles
  • 2018 – 143,114 miles
  • 2017 – 137,326 miles
  • 2016 – 131,590 miles
  • 2014 – 131,332 miles
  • 2013 – 122,605 miles
  • 2012 – 115,997 miles
  • 2011 – 104,237 miles
  • 2010 – 94,762 miles
  • 2009 – 85,278 miles
  • 2008 – 75,623 miles
  • 2007 – 70,289 miles
  • 2006 – 58,770 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,679 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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Nearside Front Lower lower jacking point corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Off side front tyre worn on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,679 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    171,679 miles
    Test number
    217532057530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail171,671 miles (+4,106)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,671 miles
    Test number
    428374158688
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner edge worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass167,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    167,565 miles
    Test number
    609793769505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail167,563 miles (+3,673)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,563 miles
    Test number
    872410759502
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall split (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass163,890 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    163,890 miles
    Test number
    807098614140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower lower jacking point corroded

  6. Fail163,885 miles (+4,073)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,885 miles
    Test number
    509399939352
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn inner ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower lower jacking point corroded

  7. Pass159,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    159,812 miles
    Test number
    879547906786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail159,812 miles (+4,202)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,812 miles
    Test number
    370814456590
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass155,610 miles (+6)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    155,610 miles
    Test number
    967002489911
    • MinorFront Electrical wiring insecure side light wiring poor (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE ON LIMITS AND INNER SIDEWALL SPLITTING (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail155,604 miles (+7,581)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,604 miles
    Test number
    895635814247
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass148,023 miles (+4,909)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    148,023 miles
    Test number
    358128597325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass143,114 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    143,114 miles
    Test number
    458005373720
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail143,111 miles (+5,785)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,111 miles
    Test number
    496081048453
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass137,326 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    137,326 miles
    Test number
    480264904355
    • AdvisoryOff side front tyre worn on outer edge

  15. Fail137,297 miles (+5,707)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,297 miles
    Test number
    960322649272
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOff side front tyre worn on outer edge

  16. Pass131,590 miles (+258)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    131,590 miles
    Test number
    568296936725
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion inner sills and floor pan both sides (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear support bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth head lamp slight misting
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all rusty surface (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPlastic sills covers fitted unable to see outer/inner sills

  17. Pass131,332 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    131,332 miles
    Test number
    458388444228
    • NoteBoth front floors coreroded slightly
    • NoteBoth front headlights misting
    • NoteBoth rear inner and outer sills corroded slightly
    • NotePlastic sills fitted
    • NoteRear ex box in poor cond

  18. Fail131,332 miles (+8,727)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,332 miles
    Test number
    576028044251
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front floors coreroded slightly
    • NoteBoth front headlights misting
    • NoteBoth rear inner and outer sills corroded slightly
    • NotePlastic sills fitted
    • NoteRear ex box in poor cond

  19. Pass122,605 miles (+6,608)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    122,605 miles
    Test number
    535219963106
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass115,997 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    115,997 miles
    Test number
    607922972190
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteEngine oil level low
    • NotePlastic sill covers
    • NoteRear silencer corroded

  21. Fail115,997 miles (+11,760)4 failures2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,997 miles
    Test number
    906742672175
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteEngine oil level low
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NotePlastic sill covers
    • NoteRear silencer corroded

  22. Pass104,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    104,237 miles
    Test number
    266969871190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail104,237 miles (+9,475)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,237 miles
    Test number
    859058071131
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

  24. Pass94,762 miles (+9,484)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    94,762 miles
    Test number
    340902460172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass85,278 miles (+280)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    85,278 miles
    Test number
    601353879118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail84,998 miles (+9,375)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,998 miles
    Test number
    411080469153
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

  27. Pass75,623 miles (+5,334)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    75,623 miles
    Test number
    752096168112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass70,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    70,289 miles
    Test number
    884218557103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail70,289 miles (+11,519)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,289 miles
    Test number
    290188157122
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  30. Pass58,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    58,770 miles
    Test number
    691160056129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T559 FRU

Does T559 FRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T559 FRU is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T559 FRU?
The MOT on T559 FRU is valid until 4 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T559 FRU done?
T559 FRU was recorded at 171,679 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 5,665 miles a year.
Has T559 FRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T559 FRU has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T559 FRU 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 T559 FRU find?
T559 FRU passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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