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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T579 TGRMOT history

T579 TGR is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 122,799 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
122,799 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,079 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T579 TGR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T579 TGR was last recorded at 122,799 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 5,662 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,137 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,662 miles
Average per year
4,079 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,799 miles
  • 2025 – 117,137 miles
  • 2024 – 116,681 miles
  • 2023 – 116,576 miles
  • 2022 – 116,259 miles
  • 2021 – 115,911 miles
  • 2020 – 115,154 miles
  • 2019 – 114,488 miles
  • 2018 – 113,511 miles
  • 2017 – 113,393 miles
  • 2016 – 111,078 miles
  • 2015 – 108,740 miles
  • 2014 – 106,713 miles
  • 2013 – 99,267 miles
  • 2012 – 95,055 miles
  • 2011 – 89,040 miles
  • 2010 – 82,489 miles
  • 2009 – 75,326 miles
  • 2008 – 70,125 miles
  • 2007 – 60,510 miles
  • 2006 – 44,385 miles
  • 2005 – 36,749 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,799 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Rear exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

32 tests since 19 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,799 miles (+5,662)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    122,799 miles
    Test number
    532588897476
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass117,137 miles (+456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    117,137 miles
    Test number
    757499845594
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass116,681 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    116,681 miles
    Test number
    385265660056
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  4. Fail116,676 miles (+100)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,676 miles
    Test number
    267046214730
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  5. Pass116,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    116,576 miles
    Test number
    519635056558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail116,575 miles (+316)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,575 miles
    Test number
    747318917052
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass116,259 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    116,259 miles
    Test number
    347853474386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail116,258 miles (+347)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,258 miles
    Test number
    562392194984
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass115,911 miles (+757)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    115,911 miles
    Test number
    735477545872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass115,154 miles (+666)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    115,154 miles
    Test number
    906685724061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass114,488 miles (+977)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    114,488 miles
    Test number
    251799543106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass113,511 miles (+118)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    113,511 miles
    Test number
    268781255772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail113,393 miles (+2,315)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,393 miles
    Test number
    894862261039
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass111,078 miles (+2,338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    111,078 miles
    Test number
    410663986470
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass108,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    108,740 miles
    Test number
    733396417395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail108,740 miles (+2,027)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,740 miles
    Test number
    759529319880
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass106,713 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    106,713 miles
    Test number
    997274684116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  18. Fail106,713 miles (+7,446)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,713 miles
    Test number
    275463584468
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  19. Pass99,267 miles (+4,212)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    99,267 miles
    Test number
    648790993111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass95,055 miles (+6,015)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    95,055 miles
    Test number
    637064952152
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass89,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    89,040 miles
    Test number
    818825351153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail89,040 miles (+6,551)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,040 miles
    Test number
    728984151104
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  23. Pass82,489 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    82,489 miles
    Test number
    841705030277
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Fail82,489 miles (+7,163)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,489 miles
    Test number
    331985130229
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  25. Pass75,326 miles (+5,201)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    75,326 miles
    Test number
    891138039242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  26. Pass70,125 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    70,125 miles
    Test number
    631105618230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail70,120 miles (+9,610)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,120 miles
    Test number
    832081318253
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass60,510 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    60,510 miles
    Test number
    101646437293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail60,504 miles (+16,119)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,504 miles
    Test number
    211665537224
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass44,385 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    44,385 miles
    Test number
    773147586156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail44,383 miles (+7,634)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,383 miles
    Test number
    420105186126
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  32. Pass36,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    36,749 miles
    Test number
    480691135207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T579 TGR

Does T579 TGR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T579 TGR is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T579 TGR?
The MOT on T579 TGR is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T579 TGR done?
T579 TGR was recorded at 122,799 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 4,079 miles a year.
Has T579 TGR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T579 TGR has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T579 TGR 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 T579 TGR find?
T579 TGR passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded, and 1 more.

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