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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T581 SETMOT history

T581 SET is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 19 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2024 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 96,862 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 May 2024
Mileage
96,862 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2024
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,681 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T581 SET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2024
Latest MOT test
30 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T581 SET was last recorded at 96,862 miles on 30 May 2024, 1,017 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,845 miles · 30 May 2023
Between the last two tests
1,017 miles
Average per year
1,681 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 96,862 miles
  • 2023 – 95,845 miles
  • 2022 – 95,369 miles
  • 2019 – 94,013 miles
  • 2016 – 91,469 miles
  • 2015 – 88,551 miles
  • 2013 – 87,585 miles
  • 2012 – 86,576 miles
  • 2011 – 85,201 miles
  • 2010 – 84,169 miles
  • 2009 – 83,190 miles
  • 2008 – 76,618 miles
  • 2007 – 68,417 miles
  • 2006 – 66,439 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail96,862 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER SILL/FLOOR (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Direction indicator insecure

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail96,862 miles (+1,017)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,862 miles
    Test number
    908511883117
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER SILL/FLOOR (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass95,845 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    95,845 miles
    Test number
    657138897837
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail95,843 miles (+474)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,843 miles
    Test number
    103902145362
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass95,369 miles (+1,356)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    95,369 miles
    Test number
    396396017060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass94,013 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    94,013 miles
    Test number
    375083909631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail93,978 miles (+30)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,978 miles
    Test number
    777166025113
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail93,948 miles (+2,479)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,948 miles
    Test number
    179900409289
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault airbag (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass91,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,469 miles
    Test number
    386494066862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail91,468 miles (+2,917)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,468 miles
    Test number
    814830716262
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  10. Pass88,551 miles (+966)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    88,551 miles
    Test number
    726470085025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  11. Pass87,585 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    87,585 miles
    Test number
    299970583200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail87,557 miles (+981)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,557 miles
    Test number
    349887673445
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass86,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    86,576 miles
    Test number
    238508092126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail86,576 miles (+1,375)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,576 miles
    Test number
    339558192126
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass85,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    85,201 miles
    Test number
    998906331105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail85,184 miles (+1,015)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,184 miles
    Test number
    948696431158
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass84,169 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    84,169 miles
    Test number
    281729110126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail84,168 miles (+978)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,168 miles
    Test number
    404147610171
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake discs in poor condition,

  19. Pass83,190 miles (+6,572)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    83,190 miles
    Test number
    830348749132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass76,618 miles (+8,201)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2009
    Odometer
    76,618 miles
    Test number
    141810258187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,417 miles (+1,978)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    68,417 miles
    Test number
    680480837149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass66,439 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    66,439 miles
    Test number
    343408526135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail66,438 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,438 miles
    Test number
    721096616136
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Questions about T581 SET

Does T581 SET currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T581 SET expired on 29 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T581 SET?
The MOT on T581 SET expired on 29 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T581 SET done?
T581 SET was recorded at 96,862 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2024, an average of 1,681 miles a year.
Has T581 SET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T581 SET has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T581 SET 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 T581 SET find?
T581 SET failed its latest MOT on 30 May 2024 with 1 major defect: nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill/floor.

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