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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T595 NARMOT history

T595 NAR is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Mar 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 170,235 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Mar 2025
Mileage
170,235 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,913 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T595 NAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T595 NAR was last recorded at 170,235 miles on 14 Mar 2024, 16,973 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,262 miles · 13 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
16,973 miles
Average per year
4,913 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 170,235 miles
  • 2023 – 153,262 miles
  • 2022 – 148,493 miles
  • 2021 – 143,304 miles
  • 2020 – 140,329 miles
  • 2019 – 135,769 miles
  • 2018 – 130,614 miles
  • 2017 – 125,723 miles
  • 2016 – 120,285 miles
  • 2015 – 116,692 miles
  • 2014 – 114,474 miles
  • 2013 – 111,569 miles
  • 2012 – 105,246 miles
  • 2011 – 98,279 miles
  • 2010 – 94,332 miles
  • 2009 – 91,544 miles
  • 2008 – 88,652 miles
  • 2007 – 85,545 miles
  • 2006 – 81,810 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,235 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front steering rack boot splitting
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,235 miles (+16,973)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    170,235 miles
    Test number
    774766026469
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering rack boot splitting
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Pass153,262 miles (+4,769)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    153,262 miles
    Test number
    184004079087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass148,493 miles (+5,189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    148,493 miles
    Test number
    868460365491
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass143,304 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    143,304 miles
    Test number
    361274659737
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Fail143,304 miles (+2,975)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,304 miles
    Test number
    596309253790
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. Pass140,329 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    140,329 miles
    Test number
    230492160261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Fail140,329 miles (+4,560)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,329 miles
    Test number
    219723842341
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  8. Pass135,769 miles (+5,155)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    135,769 miles
    Test number
    817123216449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass130,614 miles (+4,891)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    130,614 miles
    Test number
    735976016941
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
  10. Pass125,723 miles (+5,438)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    125,723 miles
    Test number
    809813228698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass120,285 miles (+3,593)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    120,285 miles
    Test number
    898058208974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass116,692 miles (+224)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    116,692 miles
    Test number
    747398605182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail116,468 miles (+1,994)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,468 miles
    Test number
    888782695094
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Pass114,474 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    114,474 miles
    Test number
    936539304132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust centre joint craked
  15. Fail114,474 miles (+2,905)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,474 miles
    Test number
    975465404112
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust centre joint craked
  16. Pass111,569 miles (+6,323)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    111,569 miles
    Test number
    216395983048
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Pass105,246 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    105,246 miles
    Test number
    698452172031
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect due to covers and sheilds
  18. Fail105,246 miles (+6,967)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,246 miles
    Test number
    186062372098
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect due to covers and sheilds
  19. Pass98,279 miles (+40)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    98,279 miles
    Test number
    479913471049
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Fail98,239 miles (+3,907)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,239 miles
    Test number
    527649761067
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass94,332 miles (+2,788)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    94,332 miles
    Test number
    564557840099
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePower steering noisey
  22. Pass91,544 miles (+2,892)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    91,544 miles
    Test number
    970489659043
    • NoteDampness on power steering reservoir
    • NoteOffside front wiper blade starting to split
  23. Pass88,652 miles (+3,107)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    88,652 miles
    Test number
    924242478053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass85,545 miles (+3,735)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    85,545 miles
    Test number
    791141377080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass81,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    81,810 miles
    Test number
    322574776092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T595 NAR

Does T595 NAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T595 NAR expired on 13 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T595 NAR?
The MOT on T595 NAR expired on 13 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T595 NAR done?
T595 NAR was recorded at 170,235 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2024, an average of 4,913 miles a year.
Has T595 NAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T595 NAR has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on T595 NAR 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 T595 NAR find?
T595 NAR passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front steering rack boot splitting; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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