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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T593 SPJMOT history

T593 SPJ is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Jan 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 121,170 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Jan 2026
Mileage
121,170 mi
At MOT on 1 Jan 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,338 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T593 SPJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T593 SPJ was last recorded at 121,170 miles on 1 Jan 2025, 2,788 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,382 miles · 2 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
2,788 miles
Average per year
4,338 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,170 miles
  • 2024 – 118,382 miles
  • 2023 – 118,380 miles
  • 2022 – 115,224 miles
  • 2021 – 108,343 miles
  • 2020 – 106,106 miles
  • 2019 – 104,591 miles
  • 2017 – 103,472 miles
  • 2016 – 102,604 miles
  • 2015 – 102,550 miles
  • 2014 – 102,289 miles
  • 2013 – 100,989 miles
  • 2012 – 100,448 miles
  • 2011 – 100,428 miles
  • 2010 – 100,032 miles
  • 2009 – 96,796 miles
  • 2008 – 93,707 miles
  • 2007 – 69,962 miles
  • 2006 – 39,182 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,170 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryDiff has oil misted
  • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension corroded not excessive

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 Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,170 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    121,170 miles
    Test number
    645941173084
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDiff has oil misted
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension corroded not excessive
  2. Fail121,170 miles (+2,788)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,170 miles
    Test number
    876302301099
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDiff has oil misted
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension corroded not excessive
  3. Pass118,382 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    118,382 miles
    Test number
    367123787488
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySills have covers obscuring full inspection
  4. Fail118,380 miles (+3,156)2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,380 miles
    Test number
    491238440069
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  5. Pass115,224 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    115,224 miles
    Test number
    590242172949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front corrosion forming around jacking point
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp starting to go cloudy
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front corrosion around jacking point but plastic sill cover no allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt cracking
  6. Fail115,224 miles (+6,881)1 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,224 miles
    Test number
    850578913370
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front corrosion forming around jacking point
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp starting to go cloudy
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front corrosion around jacking point but plastic sill cover no allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary belt cracking
  7. Pass108,343 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    108,343 miles
    Test number
    197439726390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front jacking point corroded and suspect the outer sill is holed but not visually testable due to plastic sill trim
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing advise replacing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail108,342 miles (+2,236)2 dangerous1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,342 miles
    Test number
    826652239977
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front jacking point corroded and suspect the outer sill is holed but not visually testable due to plastic sill trim
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing advise replacing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass106,106 miles (+1,515)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    106,106 miles
    Test number
    612852263517
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass104,591 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    104,591 miles
    Test number
    621853084885
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside sills surface corroded around jacking points
  11. Fail104,571 miles (+1,099)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,571 miles
    Test number
    189537319781
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside sills surface corroded around jacking points
  12. Pass103,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    103,472 miles
    Test number
    134113301151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail123,472 miles (+20,868)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,472 miles
    Test number
    944064366398
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  14. Pass102,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    102,604 miles
    Test number
    597203149956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail102,604 miles (+54)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,604 miles
    Test number
    527839019574
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  16. Pass102,550 miles (+31)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    102,550 miles
    Test number
    209066545232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Fail102,519 miles (+230)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,519 miles
    Test number
    816381635214
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass102,289 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    102,289 miles
    Test number
    289571334260
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Fail102,289 miles (+1,300)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,289 miles
    Test number
    196980834284
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  20. Pass100,989 miles (+541)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    100,989 miles
    Test number
    517622523245
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  21. Pass100,448 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    100,448 miles
    Test number
    997279012200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass100,428 miles (+396)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    100,428 miles
    Test number
    665073111291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass100,032 miles (+3,236)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    100,032 miles
    Test number
    354735020287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass96,796 miles (+3,089)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    96,796 miles
    Test number
    323877119485
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  25. Pass93,707 miles (+23,745)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    93,707 miles
    Test number
    412014238276
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  26. Pass69,962 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    69,962 miles
    Test number
    904102637253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail69,888 miles (+30,706)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,888 miles
    Test number
    943791527281
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  28. Pass39,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    39,182 miles
    Test number
    782048936061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T593 SPJ

Does T593 SPJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T593 SPJ expired on 1 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T593 SPJ?
The MOT on T593 SPJ expired on 1 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T593 SPJ done?
T593 SPJ was recorded at 121,170 miles at its MOT on 1 Jan 2025, an average of 4,338 miles a year.
Has T593 SPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T593 SPJ has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T593 SPJ 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 T593 SPJ find?
T593 SPJ passed its latest MOT on 1 Jan 2025 with 4 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; oil leak, but not excessive; diff has oil misted, and 1 more.

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