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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T56 SPGMOT history

T56 SPG is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 246,087 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jun 2027
Mileage
246,087 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,917 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T56 SPG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T56 SPG was last recorded at 246,087 miles on 6 Jun 2026, 520 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
245,567 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
520 miles
Average per year
5,917 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 246,087 miles
  • 2025 – 245,567 miles
  • 2023 – 244,864 miles
  • 2022 – 243,270 miles
  • 2021 – 238,177 miles
  • 2020 – 230,515 miles
  • 2018 – 218,644 miles
  • 2017 – 205,135 miles
  • 2016 – 197,115 miles
  • 2015 – 187,650 miles
  • 2014 – 175,294 miles
  • 2013 – 170,609 miles
  • 2012 – 165,944 miles
  • 2011 – 160,923 miles
  • 2010 – 159,846 miles
  • 2009 – 158,067 miles
  • 2008 – 150,886 miles
  • 2006 – 136,973 miles
  • 2005 – 124,949 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass246,087 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.

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 15 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass246,087 miles (+520)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    246,087 miles
    Test number
    606564449451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass245,567 miles (+703)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    245,567 miles
    Test number
    858039237755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass244,864 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    244,864 miles
    Test number
    630928209788
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT FOG LIGHT LENSES CRACKED...
    • AdvisoryCORROSION IN BOTH FRONT UPPER STRUT MOUNTING POINTS...
    • AdvisoryFRONT WIPERS SMEARY...
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE OIL... (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail244,862 miles (+1,592)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,862 miles
    Test number
    158103926795
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective WIPER SPLIT... (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT FOG LIGHT LENSES CRACKED...
    • AdvisoryCORROSION IN BOTH FRONT UPPER STRUT MOUNTING POINTS...
    • AdvisoryFRONT WIPERS SMEARY...
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE OIL... (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass243,270 miles (+5,093)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    243,270 miles
    Test number
    593696701622
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer CV gaiter has grease on the outside, not split
    • AdvisoryVery slight play in steering rack
  6. Pass238,177 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    238,177 miles
    Test number
    928364995588
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Metal cowl leaking slightly (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCannot fully inspect sills due to trim covers
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp n/w
  7. Fail238,177 miles (+7,662)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,177 miles
    Test number
    813967887218
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush shock abs side play (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Metal cowl leaking slightly (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCannot fully inspect sills due to trim covers
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Ft struts corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion around jacking points
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp n/w
  8. Pass230,515 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    230,515 miles
    Test number
    127507580704
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  9. Fail230,515 miles (+11,871)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,515 miles
    Test number
    386279593897
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  10. Pass218,644 miles (+13,509)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    218,644 miles
    Test number
    146131344472
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  11. Pass205,135 miles (+8,020)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    205,135 miles
    Test number
    549089278912
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush Both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass197,115 miles (+4)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    197,115 miles
    Test number
    410450321323
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded All four (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension components corrode d
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Back (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Back (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has cuts in outer wall
  13. Fail197,111 miles (+9,461)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,111 miles
    Test number
    177439400168
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded All four (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension components corrode d
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Back (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Back (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has cuts in outer wall
  14. Pass187,650 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    187,650 miles
    Test number
    910255350288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre outer wall damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Fail187,650 miles (+12,356)1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,650 miles
    Test number
    642253652467
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre outer wall damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Pass175,294 miles (+2)16 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    175,294 miles
    Test number
    506048744271
    • AdvisoryBonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteAll 4 alloy wheels in poor condition
    • NoteBoth front and rear suspension,steering and brake components starting to corrrode
    • NoteBoth front top shock absorber mounts corroded
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteN/s/f tyre starting to perish and crack through tread
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded
  17. Fail175,292 miles (+4,683)1 failure15 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,292 miles
    Test number
    475176444248
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteAll 4 alloy wheels in poor condition
    • NoteBoth front and rear suspension,steering and brake components starting to corrrode
    • NoteBoth front top shock absorber mounts corroded
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteN/s/f tyre starting to perish and crack through tread
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded
  18. Pass170,609 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    170,609 miles
    Test number
    455262163291
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/S/F + N/S/F fog lights glass broken
  19. Fail170,609 miles (+4,665)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,609 miles
    Test number
    509952063241
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/S/F + N/S/F fog lights glass broken
  20. Pass165,944 miles (+86)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    165,944 miles
    Test number
    679155712281
    • NoteOs headlamp has condinsation inside
    • NoteOsf tyre bald on edge
  21. Fail165,858 miles (+4,935)5 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,858 miles
    Test number
    159358502251
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteAir bag lamp on
    • NoteOs headlamp has condinsation inside
    • NoteOsf tyre bald on edge
  22. Pass160,923 miles (+1,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    160,923 miles
    Test number
    318354051037
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  23. Pass159,846 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    159,846 miles
    Test number
    121285120411
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCondensation behind o/s/f head light glass but not affecting beam image
    • NoteO/S/F fog light glass cracked
    • NoteO/S/F tyre worn on outer edge
  24. Fail159,846 miles (+1,779)1 failure5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,846 miles
    Test number
    663885620080
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCondensation behind o/s/f head light glass but not affecting beam image
    • NoteO/S/F fog light glass cracked
    • NoteO/S/F tyre worn on outer edge
  25. Pass158,067 miles (+7,181)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    158,067 miles
    Test number
    863218529086
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on outer edge
  26. Pass150,886 miles (+13,913)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    150,886 miles
    Test number
    942737208075
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteHigh level b/light n/w
    • NoteN/S/F tyre worn on inner + outer edges
    • NoteO/S/F fog light glass cracked
    • NoteO/S/F h/light water ingress
  27. Pass136,973 miles (+12,024)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    136,973 miles
    Test number
    622862466396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass124,949 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    124,949 miles
    Test number
    172749045340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T56 SPG

Does T56 SPG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T56 SPG is valid until 5 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T56 SPG?
The MOT on T56 SPG is valid until 5 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T56 SPG done?
T56 SPG was recorded at 246,087 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2026, an average of 5,917 miles a year.
Has T56 SPG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T56 SPG has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T56 SPG 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 SPG find?
T56 SPG passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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