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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T594 SETMOT history

T594 SET is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Sept 2025 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 92,780 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Sept 2025
Mileage
92,780 mi
At MOT on 13 Sept 2024
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,851 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T594 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
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T594 SET was last recorded at 92,780 miles on 13 Sept 2024, 3,200 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,580 miles · 29 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
3,200 miles
Average per year
2,851 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 92,780 miles
  • 2023 – 89,580 miles
  • 2019 – 83,991 miles
  • 2018 – 75,106 miles
  • 2017 – 69,939 miles
  • 2016 – 69,906 miles
  • 2015 – 68,625 miles
  • 2014 – 66,301 miles
  • 2013 – 62,394 miles
  • 2012 – 60,377 miles
  • 2010 – 58,446 miles
  • 2009 – 53,379 miles
  • 2008 – 50,529 miles
  • 2007 – 45,326 miles
  • 2006 – 39,936 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,780 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside parking brake has a reduced effort

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Play in inner rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,780 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    92,780 miles
    Test number
    824202751182
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake has a reduced effort

  2. Fail92,769 miles (+3,189)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,769 miles
    Test number
    401091491832
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside parking brake has a reduced effort

  3. Pass89,580 miles (+5,589)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    89,580 miles
    Test number
    440665365867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass83,991 miles (+8,885)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    83,991 miles
    Test number
    469438231697
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass75,106 miles (+5,167)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    75,106 miles
    Test number
    328136467648
    • AdvisoryLowered suspension

  6. Pass69,939 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    69,939 miles
    Test number
    943840499509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail69,935 miles (+29)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,935 miles
    Test number
    226175062265
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  8. Pass69,906 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    69,906 miles
    Test number
    364404103494
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner rack

  9. Fail69,905 miles (+1,280)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,905 miles
    Test number
    767979990700
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner rack

  10. Pass68,625 miles (+2,324)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    68,625 miles
    Test number
    159669075475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass66,301 miles (+3,907)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    66,301 miles
    Test number
    419415794093
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  12. Pass62,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    62,394 miles
    Test number
    636142513135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail62,394 miles (+2,017)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,394 miles
    Test number
    239671603111
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass60,377 miles (+1,931)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    60,377 miles
    Test number
    997275222038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    58,446 miles
    Test number
    530443710300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail58,446 miles (+5,067)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,446 miles
    Test number
    834593810359
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass53,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    53,379 miles
    Test number
    773698939166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail53,379 miles (+2,850)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,379 miles
    Test number
    814355339113
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Pass50,529 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    50,529 miles
    Test number
    241842608405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail50,529 miles (+5,203)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,529 miles
    Test number
    172651408172
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass45,326 miles (+5,390)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    45,326 miles
    Test number
    681996467048
    • NoteRear brake discs wearing

  22. Pass39,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    39,936 miles
    Test number
    432822366053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail39,936 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,936 miles
    Test number
    882431366005
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T594 SET

Does T594 SET currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T594 SET expired on 12 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T594 SET?
The MOT on T594 SET expired on 12 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T594 SET done?
T594 SET was recorded at 92,780 miles at its MOT on 13 Sept 2024, an average of 2,851 miles a year.
Has T594 SET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T594 SET has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T594 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 T594 SET find?
T594 SET passed its latest MOT on 13 Sept 2024 with 2 advisories: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside parking brake has a reduced effort.

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