BMW 3 Series
Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc
T56 BKVMOT history
T56 BKV is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 90,574 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 4 May 2027
- Mileage
- 90,574 mi
- At MOT on 5 May 2026
- MOT tests
- 23
- 14 passed · 9 failed
- Per year
- 2,500 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T56 BKV
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 3 Series
- Colour
- Grey
- 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
T56 BKV was last recorded at 90,574 miles on 5 May 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 90,572 miles · 29 Apr 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 2 miles
- Average per year
- 2,500 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 90,574 miles
- 2018 – 89,857 miles
- 2017 – 88,771 miles
- 2016 – 87,772 miles
- 2015 – 87,192 miles
- 2014 – 86,229 miles
- 2013 – 84,604 miles
- 2012 – 82,149 miles
- 2011 – 80,116 miles
- 2010 – 75,945 miles
- 2009 – 71,733 miles
- 2008 – 62,722 miles
- 2007 – 52,558 miles
- 2006 – 41,282 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass90,574 miles
- AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
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 Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid
Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2015
Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault
Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014
Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2009
Full MOT history
23 tests since 16 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass90,574 miles (+2)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 May 2027
- Odometer
- 90,574 miles
- Test number
- 198611270641
- AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail90,572 miles (+715)7 dangerous7 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 90,572 miles
- Test number
- 323663027806
- DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorRear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Pass89,857 miles (+1,086)
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2019
- Odometer
- 89,857 miles
- Test number
- 723297186942
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass88,771 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2018
- Odometer
- 88,771 miles
- Test number
- 667066769483
- AdvisoryOil leak
Fail88,771 miles (+999)1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 88,771 miles
- Test number
- 680649255997
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass87,772 miles (+580)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2017
- Odometer
- 87,772 miles
- Test number
- 515039721920
- AdvisoryAirbag light flickered on and off when going over brake rollers
- AdvisoryOil leak from timing cover
- AdvisoryThermostat housing appears to be leaking
Pass87,192 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2016
- Odometer
- 87,192 miles
- Test number
- 111284497449
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front slight play at n/s/f suspension arm rear bush.
- AdvisorySlight oil leak.
Fail87,192 miles (+963)2 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,192 miles
- Test number
- 668779364635
- FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light on. (5.4.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front slight play at n/s/f suspension arm rear bush.
- AdvisoryEngine over heated.
- AdvisorySlight oil leak.
Pass86,229 miles4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 86,229 miles
- Test number
- 398220484222
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteFront brakes are slightly fluctuating.
- NoteO/s/f and n/s/f anti-rollbar linkage bush bonding is deteriorating.
- NoteRear tyres are starting to wear on inner edges.
Fail86,229 miles (+1,625)2 failures4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 86,229 miles
- Test number
- 176120984202
- FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteFront brakes are slightly fluctuating.
- NoteO/s/f and n/s/f anti-rollbar linkage bush bonding is deteriorating.
- NoteRear tyres are starting to wear on inner edges.
Pass84,604 miles (+1)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 8 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 84,604 miles
- Test number
- 327982083437
- NoteOil leak
- NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
Fail84,603 miles (+2,454)8 failures2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 84,603 miles
- Test number
- 348696373289
- FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
- NoteOil leak
- NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
Pass82,149 miles (+2,033)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 6 Oct 2013
- Odometer
- 82,149 miles
- Test number
- 607091672264
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteO/s steering arm play..(on limit)
Pass80,116 miles (+4,171)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 6 Oct 2012
- Odometer
- 80,116 miles
- Test number
- 179174571213
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
Pass75,945 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Oct 2011
- Odometer
- 75,945 miles
- Test number
- 954990280204
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail75,945 miles (+4,212)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 75,945 miles
- Test number
- 960509370230
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Pass71,733 miles (+187)1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 6 Oct 2010
- Odometer
- 71,733 miles
- Test number
- 814510189218
- AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- NoteAuxillary drive belts in poor condition
- NoteFront to rear steel brake pipes corroded
- NoteWiper blades split
Fail71,546 miles (+8,824)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 71,546 miles
- Test number
- 904963779262
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- NoteAuxillary drive belts in poor condition
- NoteFront to rear steel brake pipes corroded
- NoteWiper blades split
Pass62,722 miles (+10,164)4 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 22 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 62,722 miles
- Test number
- 630967668201
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteNail in offside rear tyre
- NoteFront no plate damaged and loose
Pass52,558 miles
- MOT expiry
- 29 Aug 2008
- Odometer
- 52,558 miles
- Test number
- 194052047237
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail52,558 miles (+11,276)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 52,558 miles
- Test number
- 514262347200
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Pass41,282 miles
- MOT expiry
- 16 Aug 2007
- Odometer
- 41,282 miles
- Test number
- 392719026498
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail41,282 miles7 failures3 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 41,282 miles
- Test number
- 623438626275
- FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- FailureNearside Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteAirbag warning light on
- NoteBonnet struts defective
- NoteBrake pads low warning light on
Questions about T56 BKV
- Does T56 BKV currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T56 BKV is valid until 4 May 2027.
- When is the MOT due on T56 BKV?
- The MOT on T56 BKV 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 T56 BKV done?
- T56 BKV was recorded at 90,574 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 2,500 miles a year.
- Has T56 BKV ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T56 BKV has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2026.
- Has the mileage on T56 BKV 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 T56 BKV find?
- T56 BKV passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 2 advisories: front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides.
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