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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T601 ROUMOT history

T601 ROU is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 25 MOT tests, with 150,555 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
150,555 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
22 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,427 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T601 ROU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T601 ROU was last recorded at 150,555 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 2,031 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
148,524 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,031 miles
Average per year
4,427 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,555 miles
  • 2025 – 148,524 miles
  • 2024 – 147,537 miles
  • 2023 – 145,842 miles
  • 2022 – 143,754 miles
  • 2021 – 141,774 miles
  • 2020 – 134,223 miles
  • 2019 – 130,244 miles
  • 2018 – 125,204 miles
  • 2017 – 119,529 miles
  • 2016 – 115,828 miles
  • 2015 – 114,545 miles
  • 2014 – 114,211 miles
  • 2013 – 108,945 miles
  • 2012 – 103,371 miles
  • 2011 – 97,581 miles
  • 2010 – 92,268 miles
  • 2009 – 87,694 miles
  • 2008 – 82,100 miles
  • 2007 – 72,820 miles
  • 2006 – 64,071 miles
  • 2005 – 57,509 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,555 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake performance is low
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,555 miles (+2,031)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    150,555 miles
    Test number
    105405442535
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake performance is low
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass148,524 miles (+987)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    148,524 miles
    Test number
    418226519792
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass147,537 miles (+1,695)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    147,537 miles
    Test number
    457014221099
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake caliper anti rattle spring is missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass145,842 miles (+2,088)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    145,842 miles
    Test number
    518432831623
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear arches starting to corrode

  5. Pass143,754 miles (+1,980)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    143,754 miles
    Test number
    126834704199
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass141,774 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    141,774 miles
    Test number
    947343203478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded

  7. Fail141,774 miles (+7,551)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,774 miles
    Test number
    207823552918
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded

  8. Pass134,223 miles (+3,979)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    134,223 miles
    Test number
    837422543989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass130,244 miles (+5,040)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    130,244 miles
    Test number
    107957735446
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass125,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    125,204 miles
    Test number
    218605796383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail125,204 miles (+5,675)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,204 miles
    Test number
    899798545688
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass119,529 miles (+3,701)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    119,529 miles
    Test number
    873871999881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass115,828 miles (+1,283)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    115,828 miles
    Test number
    165587937300
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass114,545 miles (+334)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    114,545 miles
    Test number
    259693105293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass114,211 miles (+5,266)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    114,211 miles
    Test number
    976954004284
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  16. Pass108,945 miles (+5,574)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    108,945 miles
    Test number
    116881903223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  17. Pass103,371 miles (+5,790)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    103,371 miles
    Test number
    659620702241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass97,581 miles (+5,313)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    97,581 miles
    Test number
    808034371110
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on the edges
    • NoteOil leak from the top of the engine

  19. Pass92,268 miles (+4,574)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    92,268 miles
    Test number
    722814480141
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Pass87,694 miles (+5,594)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    87,694 miles
    Test number
    140494299176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass82,100 miles (+9,280)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    82,100 miles
    Test number
    932734898188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass72,820 miles (+8,749)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    72,820 miles
    Test number
    354534777144
    • 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)

  23. Pass64,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    64,071 miles
    Test number
    754200786111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail64,074 miles (+6,565)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,074 miles
    Test number
    501030586136
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass57,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    57,509 miles
    Test number
    560876195186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T601 ROU

Does T601 ROU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T601 ROU is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T601 ROU?
The MOT on T601 ROU is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T601 ROU done?
T601 ROU was recorded at 150,555 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 4,427 miles a year.
Has T601 ROU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T601 ROU has failed 3 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on T601 ROU 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 T601 ROU find?
T601 ROU passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: offside rear parking brake performance is low; rear coil spring corroded; rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer.

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