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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 2,494 cc

T5 PMSMOT history

T5 PMS is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Apr 2002. Its MOT expired on 20 Sept 2024 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 136,123 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Sept 2024
Mileage
136,123 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2023
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,951 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 PMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
24 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 PMS was last recorded at 136,123 miles on 21 Sept 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,120 miles · 19 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,951 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 136,123 miles
  • 2022 – 132,537 miles
  • 2021 – 121,221 miles
  • 2020 – 109,081 miles
  • 2019 – 96,200 miles
  • 2018 – 86,885 miles
  • 2014 – 74,185 miles
  • 2013 – 71,082 miles
  • 2012 – 65,764 miles
  • 2011 – 62,353 miles
  • 2010 – 57,505 miles
  • 2009 – 52,367 miles
  • 2008 – 46,603 miles
  • 2007 – 40,464 miles
  • 2006 – 34,310 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,123 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,123 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    136,123 miles
    Test number
    437776570932
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail136,120 miles (+3,583)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,120 miles
    Test number
    344586008774
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass132,537 miles (+11,316)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    132,537 miles
    Test number
    830874869663
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml light on dash
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever needs adjustment
  4. Pass121,221 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    121,221 miles
    Test number
    321948344552
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail121,221 miles (+12,140)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,221 miles
    Test number
    557035316597
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass109,081 miles (+12,881)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    109,081 miles
    Test number
    223735697284
    • AdvisoryLower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass96,200 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    96,200 miles
    Test number
    150510823818
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail96,200 miles (+9,315)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,200 miles
    Test number
    325813187501
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass86,885 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    86,885 miles
    Test number
    479296149049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail86,882 miles (+12,697)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,882 miles
    Test number
    218241845326
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass74,185 miles (+3,103)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    74,185 miles
    Test number
    857709314114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,082 miles (+5,318)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    71,082 miles
    Test number
    775643443199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,764 miles (+3,411)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    65,764 miles
    Test number
    937254442127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,353 miles (+4,848)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    62,353 miles
    Test number
    806408731201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,505 miles (+5,138)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    57,505 miles
    Test number
    603525120208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,367 miles (+5,764)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    52,367 miles
    Test number
    444014739231
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass46,603 miles (+6,139)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    46,603 miles
    Test number
    604775648265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,464 miles (+6,154)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    40,464 miles
    Test number
    662816437263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,310 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    34,310 miles
    Test number
    844066626262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail34,307 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,307 miles
    Test number
    121284926250
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about T5 PMS

Does T5 PMS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T5 PMS expired on 20 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T5 PMS?
The MOT on T5 PMS expired on 20 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T5 PMS done?
T5 PMS was recorded at 136,123 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2023, an average of 5,951 miles a year.
Has T5 PMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 PMS has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T5 PMS 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 PMS find?
T5 PMS passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2023 with 8 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 5 more.

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