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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T56 SWKMOT history

T56 SWK is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 17 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 119,689 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
119,689 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,180 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T56 SWK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T56 SWK was last recorded at 119,689 miles on 25 Apr 2026, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,675 miles · 14 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
2,180 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,689 miles
  • 2024 – 119,675 miles
  • 2023 – 117,148 miles
  • 2022 – 114,744 miles
  • 2021 – 114,418 miles
  • 2020 – 112,516 miles
  • 2019 – 109,278 miles
  • 2018 – 105,932 miles
  • 2015 – 105,928 miles
  • 2014 – 104,696 miles
  • 2013 – 103,303 miles
  • 2012 – 101,965 miles
  • 2011 – 100,366 miles
  • 2010 – 98,725 miles
  • 2009 – 96,710 miles
  • 2008 – 94,751 miles
  • 2007 – 90,540 miles
  • 2006 – 76,976 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,689 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

21 tests since 19 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,689 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    119,689 miles
    Test number
    259455125655
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass119,675 miles (+2,527)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    119,675 miles
    Test number
    316579744606
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass117,148 miles (+2,404)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    117,148 miles
    Test number
    375529609552
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass114,744 miles (+326)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    114,744 miles
    Test number
    135139685247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass114,418 miles (+1,902)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    114,418 miles
    Test number
    311083416265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass112,516 miles (+3,238)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2021
    Odometer
    112,516 miles
    Test number
    165275327367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass109,278 miles (+3,346)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    109,278 miles
    Test number
    158289939730
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner jacking point slight corroded but not excessively

  8. Pass105,932 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    105,932 miles
    Test number
    276125479483
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass105,928 miles (+1,232)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    105,928 miles
    Test number
    305216265129
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  10. Pass104,696 miles (+1,393)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    104,696 miles
    Test number
    899821364176
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass103,303 miles (+1,338)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    103,303 miles
    Test number
    969001153129
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracking on outter edge

  12. Pass101,965 miles (+1,599)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    101,965 miles
    Test number
    297108852129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass100,366 miles (+1,641)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    100,366 miles
    Test number
    136298251111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass98,725 miles (+2,015)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    98,725 miles
    Test number
    422088100267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass96,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    96,710 miles
    Test number
    713361069293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. FailMileage not read6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    451019359292
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  17. Pass94,751 miles (+22)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    94,751 miles
    Test number
    641317678133
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteALL BRAKE DISC PITTED AND SCORED
    • NoteEXHAUST HEAT SHIELDS IN POOR CONDTION
    • NotePLAY IN STEERING RACK
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN O/S HUB

  18. Fail94,729 miles (+4,189)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,729 miles
    Test number
    892585878127
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteALL BRAKE DISC PITTED AND SCORED
    • NoteEXHAUST HEAT SHIELDS IN POOR CONDTION
    • NotePLAY IN STEERING RACK
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN O/S HUB

  19. Pass90,540 miles (+13,564)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    90,540 miles
    Test number
    244890667259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail76,976 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,976 miles
    Test number
    422682966263
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass76,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    76,976 miles
    Test number
    834622066294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T56 SWK

Does T56 SWK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T56 SWK is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T56 SWK?
The MOT on T56 SWK is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T56 SWK done?
T56 SWK was recorded at 119,689 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2026, an average of 2,180 miles a year.
Has T56 SWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T56 SWK has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2009.
Has the mileage on T56 SWK 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 SWK find?
T56 SWK passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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