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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T597 SPJMOT history

T597 SPJ is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 74,246 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Dec 2023
Mileage
74,246 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,266 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T597 SPJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T597 SPJ was last recorded at 74,246 miles on 15 Nov 2022, 909 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,337 miles · 13 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
909 miles
Average per year
2,266 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 74,246 miles
  • 2021 – 73,337 miles
  • 2020 – 72,497 miles
  • 2019 – 71,036 miles
  • 2018 – 69,614 miles
  • 2017 – 68,009 miles
  • 2016 – 66,069 miles
  • 2015 – 64,385 miles
  • 2014 – 62,122 miles
  • 2013 – 59,086 miles
  • 2012 – 55,636 miles
  • 2010 – 48,294 miles
  • 2009 – 45,744 miles
  • 2008 – 43,097 miles
  • 2007 – 40,578 miles
  • 2006 – 37,042 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,246 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass74,246 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    74,246 miles
    Test number
    779986726874
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail74,246 miles (+909)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,246 miles
    Test number
    921048875132
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass73,337 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    73,337 miles
    Test number
    604529958158
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail73,337 miles (+840)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,337 miles
    Test number
    554125775632
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass72,497 miles (+1,461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    72,497 miles
    Test number
    539772214822
    • AdvisoryEml on

  6. Pass71,036 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    71,036 miles
    Test number
    884290775347
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Borderline!! (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail71,036 miles (+1,422)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,036 miles
    Test number
    779524217659
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Borderline!! (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass69,614 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    69,614 miles
    Test number
    745277584212
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail69,614 miles (+1,605)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,614 miles
    Test number
    269807919906
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass68,009 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    68,009 miles
    Test number
    660733822436
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail68,009 miles (+1,940)1 dangerous1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,009 miles
    Test number
    753702283980
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryE.M.L on
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass66,069 miles (+1,684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    66,069 miles
    Test number
    542627783062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished/cracking

  13. Pass64,385 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    64,385 miles
    Test number
    535056765125
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking

  14. Fail64,385 miles (+2,263)4 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,385 miles
    Test number
    797686365119
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking

  15. Pass62,122 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    62,122 miles
    Test number
    125475254173
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail62,122 miles (+3,036)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,122 miles
    Test number
    287945354131
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail59,086 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,086 miles
    Test number
    257587753106
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass59,086 miles (+3,450)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    59,086 miles
    Test number
    657537953190
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail55,636 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,636 miles
    Test number
    256659452404
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  20. Pass55,636 miles (+7,342)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    55,636 miles
    Test number
    825539352150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    48,294 miles
    Test number
    373606640450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail48,294 miles (+2,550)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,294 miles
    Test number
    704466240250
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass45,744 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    45,744 miles
    Test number
    113106639226
    • 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)

  24. Fail45,744 miles (+2,647)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,744 miles
    Test number
    344126939230
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  25. Pass43,097 miles (+2,519)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    43,097 miles
    Test number
    910591948248
    • 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)

  26. Pass40,578 miles (+3,536)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    40,578 miles
    Test number
    781985587154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass37,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    37,042 miles
    Test number
    294466166477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T597 SPJ

Does T597 SPJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T597 SPJ expired on 14 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T597 SPJ?
The MOT on T597 SPJ expired on 14 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T597 SPJ done?
T597 SPJ was recorded at 74,246 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2022, an average of 2,266 miles a year.
Has T597 SPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T597 SPJ has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T597 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 T597 SPJ find?
T597 SPJ passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2022 with 3 advisories: front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side; oil leak, but not excessive; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side.

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