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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T568 BVCMOT history

T568 BVC is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Oct 2021 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 89,621 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Oct 2021
Mileage
89,621 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2021
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,680 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T568 BVC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

T568 BVC was last recorded at 89,621 miles on 30 Oct 2021, 6,762 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,859 miles · 22 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
6,762 miles
Average per year
2,680 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 89,621 miles
  • 2020 – 82,859 miles
  • 2019 – 78,177 miles
  • 2018 – 74,038 miles
  • 2017 – 69,609 miles
  • 2016 – 65,323 miles
  • 2015 – 60,460 miles
  • 2014 – 58,021 miles
  • 2013 – 55,734 miles
  • 2012 – 54,446 miles
  • 2011 – 53,568 miles
  • 2010 – 52,584 miles
  • 2009 – 51,860 miles
  • 2008 – 50,810 miles
  • 2007 – 50,261 miles
  • 2006 – 49,421 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail89,621 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability drop link (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions not tested over heated (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached locking nut missing (5.3.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNon standard suspenshion

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 31 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail89,621 miles (+6,762)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,621 miles
    Test number
    528483531249
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability drop link (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested over heated (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached locking nut missing (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNon standard suspenshion

  2. Pass82,859 miles (+4,682)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    82,859 miles
    Test number
    839477687104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass78,177 miles (+4,139)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    78,177 miles
    Test number
    296218940904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass74,038 miles (+4,429)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    74,038 miles
    Test number
    255438403842
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

  5. Pass69,609 miles (+4,286)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    69,609 miles
    Test number
    477288240507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass65,323 miles (+4,863)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    65,323 miles
    Test number
    263846482654
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  7. Pass60,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    60,460 miles
    Test number
    946300215101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail60,460 miles (+2,439)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,460 miles
    Test number
    286940615407
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  9. Pass58,021 miles (+2,287)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    58,021 miles
    Test number
    749172614164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,734 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    55,734 miles
    Test number
    216541423176
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail55,734 miles (+1,288)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,734 miles
    Test number
    415691523194
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail54,446 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,446 miles
    Test number
    399035702141
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

  13. Pass54,446 miles (+878)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    54,446 miles
    Test number
    708905502196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,568 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    53,568 miles
    Test number
    245886031418
    • NoteRubber prop shaft disc coupling has cracks around its securing points

  15. Fail53,568 miles (+984)2 dangerous2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,568 miles
    Test number
    426266731117
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNear side rear tyre has multiple splits in it and has a nail in the tread
    • NoteRubber prop shaft disc coupling has cracks around its securing points

  16. Pass52,584 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    52,584 miles
    Test number
    463539690043
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Fail52,584 miles (+724)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,584 miles
    Test number
    640649990078
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  18. Pass51,860 miles (+1,050)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    51,860 miles
    Test number
    921975909153
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass50,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    50,810 miles
    Test number
    271374118178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail50,810 miles (+549)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,810 miles
    Test number
    492524718138
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass50,261 miles (+840)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    50,261 miles
    Test number
    420442517386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    49,421 miles
    Test number
    300885806325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail49,421 miles4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,421 miles
    Test number
    632024606386
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePropshaft component defective
    • NoteOffside front tyre punctured

Questions about T568 BVC

Does T568 BVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T568 BVC expired on 30 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T568 BVC?
The MOT on T568 BVC expired on 30 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T568 BVC done?
T568 BVC was recorded at 89,621 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2021, an average of 2,680 miles a year.
Has T568 BVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T568 BVC has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T568 BVC 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 T568 BVC find?
T568 BVC failed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2021 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 1 advisory: offside front anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability drop link; emissions not tested over heated; exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard, and 4 more.

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