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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

T5 OAEMOT history

T5 OAE is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Sept 2007. Its MOT expired on 2 May 2024 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 202,600 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 May 2024
Mileage
202,600 mi
At MOT on 12 Apr 2023
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
12,537 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 OAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
20 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 May 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 OAE was last recorded at 202,600 miles on 12 Apr 2023, 6,210 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
196,390 miles · 3 May 2022
Between the last two tests
6,210 miles
Average per year
12,537 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 202,600 miles
  • 2022 – 196,390 miles
  • 2021 – 193,566 miles
  • 2020 – 184,627 miles
  • 2019 – 170,870 miles
  • 2018 – 154,402 miles
  • 2017 – 138,171 miles
  • 2016 – 116,798 miles
  • 2015 – 91,630 miles
  • 2014 – 78,063 miles
  • 2013 – 70,223 miles
  • 2012 – 63,454 miles
  • 2011 – 53,271 miles
  • 2010 – 44,738 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,600 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Under tray fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 8 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass202,600 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    202,600 miles
    Test number
    770793504691
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail202,595 miles (+6,205)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,595 miles
    Test number
    965156770668
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass196,390 miles (+2,824)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    196,390 miles
    Test number
    210238528221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass193,566 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    193,566 miles
    Test number
    167190034650
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail193,564 miles (+8,937)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,564 miles
    Test number
    564400944118
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass184,627 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    184,627 miles
    Test number
    587776204729
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  7. Fail184,627 miles (+13,757)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,627 miles
    Test number
    217909225063
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  8. Pass170,870 miles (+16,468)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    170,870 miles
    Test number
    219976297642
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass154,402 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    154,402 miles
    Test number
    125861097810
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil leaking

  10. Fail154,402 miles (+16,231)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,402 miles
    Test number
    715880830475
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Inner All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil leaking

  11. Pass138,171 miles (+21,373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    138,171 miles
    Test number
    698166175005
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  12. Pass116,798 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    116,798 miles
    Test number
    333614433475
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  13. Fail116,798 miles (+25,168)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,798 miles
    Test number
    608497494704
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  14. Pass91,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    91,630 miles
    Test number
    462207581278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail91,630 miles (+13,567)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,630 miles
    Test number
    574312142700
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  16. Pass78,063 miles (+7,840)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    78,063 miles
    Test number
    296405024288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,223 miles (+6,769)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    70,223 miles
    Test number
    328538113275
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass63,454 miles (+10,183)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    63,454 miles
    Test number
    187576632278
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON OUTER EDGE

  19. Pass53,271 miles (+8,533)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    53,271 miles
    Test number
    246020731269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    44,738 miles
    Test number
    492541350218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 OAE

Does T5 OAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T5 OAE expired on 2 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T5 OAE?
The MOT on T5 OAE expired on 2 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T5 OAE done?
T5 OAE was recorded at 202,600 miles at its MOT on 12 Apr 2023, an average of 12,537 miles a year.
Has T5 OAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 OAE has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T5 OAE 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 T5 OAE find?
T5 OAE passed its latest MOT on 12 Apr 2023 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside rear tyre obviously under inflated; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 5 more.

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