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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T604 AYXMOT history

T604 AYX is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 30 MOT tests, with 163,520 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
163,520 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
22 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,656 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T604 AYX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T604 AYX was last recorded at 163,520 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 20,030 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Jul 2006: 69,859 miles, lower than 69,860 miles on 7 Jun 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
143,490 miles · 21 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
20,030 miles
Average per year
4,656 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,520 miles
  • 2025 – 143,490 miles
  • 2024 – 124,638 miles
  • 2023 – 107,803 miles
  • 2022 – 106,233 miles
  • 2021 – 104,962 miles
  • 2020 – 103,711 miles
  • 2019 – 102,170 miles
  • 2018 – 100,254 miles
  • 2017 – 98,292 miles
  • 2016 – 96,452 miles
  • 2015 – 93,938 miles
  • 2014 – 91,425 miles
  • 2013 – 88,622 miles
  • 2012 – 85,887 miles
  • 2011 – 83,030 miles
  • 2010 – 80,259 miles
  • 2009 – 77,664 miles
  • 2008 – 75,147 miles
  • 2007 – 72,573 miles
  • 2006 – 69,859 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,520 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

30 tests since 7 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,520 miles (+20,030)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    163,520 miles
    Test number
    947420496807
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass143,490 miles (+18,852)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    143,490 miles
    Test number
    455870803927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass124,638 miles (+16,835)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    124,638 miles
    Test number
    347281710678
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass107,803 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    107,803 miles
    Test number
    102407179348
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail107,803 miles (+1,570)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,803 miles
    Test number
    620969052193
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass106,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    106,233 miles
    Test number
    683900254818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail106,233 miles (+1,271)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,233 miles
    Test number
    916102339936
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass104,962 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    104,962 miles
    Test number
    104777523297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail104,962 miles (+1,251)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,962 miles
    Test number
    554955347043
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass103,711 miles (+1,541)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    103,711 miles
    Test number
    875725666251
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass102,170 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    102,170 miles
    Test number
    948522018865
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail102,170 miles (+1,916)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,170 miles
    Test number
    121637223203
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass100,254 miles (+1,962)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    100,254 miles
    Test number
    604236017643
    • 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))

  14. Pass98,292 miles (+1,840)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    98,292 miles
    Test number
    945089299382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass96,452 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    96,452 miles
    Test number
    232755103118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail96,452 miles (+2,514)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,452 miles
    Test number
    631609267912
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass93,938 miles (+2,513)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    93,938 miles
    Test number
    678118785188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass91,425 miles (+2,803)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    91,425 miles
    Test number
    469329684179
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteDifferential rear mount worn
    • NoteFront tyres wearing unevenly and cracking between tread
    • NoteOffside front tyre on legal limit

  19. Pass88,622 miles (+2,735)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    88,622 miles
    Test number
    896760793160
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on outer edges and cracking between tread

  20. Pass85,887 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    85,887 miles
    Test number
    247872492410
    • 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)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteTyres wearing unevenly
    • NoteWiper blades split

  21. Fail85,887 miles (+2,857)2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,887 miles
    Test number
    358162392182
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteTyres wearing unevenly
    • NoteWiper blades split

  22. Pass83,030 miles (+2,771)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    83,030 miles
    Test number
    637674191123
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteHandbrake travel
    • NoteOffside exterior door handle stiff
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted and worn

  23. Pass80,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    80,259 miles
    Test number
    301107490182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail80,259 miles (+2,595)1 failure1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,259 miles
    Test number
    893744790133
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteDrivers exterior door handle stiff
    • NoteEngine oil level light on
    • NoteEngine undertray loose
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  25. Pass77,664 miles (+2,517)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    77,664 miles
    Test number
    222678589124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear differential mount worn

  26. Pass75,147 miles (+2,574)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    75,147 miles
    Test number
    202567898159
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass72,573 miles (+2,714)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    72,573 miles
    Test number
    633408297121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass69,859 miles (-1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    69,859 miles
    Test number
    193482106240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail69,860 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,860 miles
    Test number
    700028356199
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  30. Pass69,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    69,856 miles
    Test number
    942488056121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T604 AYX

Does T604 AYX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T604 AYX is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T604 AYX?
The MOT on T604 AYX is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T604 AYX done?
T604 AYX was recorded at 163,520 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 4,656 miles a year.
Has T604 AYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T604 AYX has failed 8 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T604 AYX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Jul 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T604 AYX find?
T604 AYX passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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