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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T605 MFLMOT history

T605 MFL is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2023 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 122,705 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jul 2023
Mileage
122,705 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2025
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,010 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T605 MFL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
9 May 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T605 MFL was last recorded at 122,705 miles on 9 May 2025, 560 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,145 miles · 29 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
560 miles
Average per year
2,010 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,705 miles
  • 2022 – 122,145 miles
  • 2021 – 121,698 miles
  • 2019 – 121,062 miles
  • 2018 – 120,542 miles
  • 2017 – 119,280 miles
  • 2016 – 113,226 miles
  • 2015 – 110,607 miles
  • 2013 – 103,412 miles
  • 2012 – 100,242 miles
  • 2011 – 100,228 miles
  • 2010 – 99,872 miles
  • 2009 – 98,778 miles
  • 2008 – 95,162 miles
  • 2007 – 88,937 miles
  • 2006 – 84,600 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail122,705 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner steel sill cover corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner steel sill cover corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCovers over both sills

What MOT failures 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 Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Plastic covers fitted to outer sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail122,705 miles (+560)6 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,705 miles
    Test number
    908603684330
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner steel sill cover corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner steel sill cover corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers over both sills

  2. Pass122,145 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    122,145 miles
    Test number
    956120736652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working

  3. Fail122,145 miles (+447)5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,145 miles
    Test number
    512098994647
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front jacking point corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working

  4. Pass121,698 miles (+636)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    121,698 miles
    Test number
    704723763351
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on under-side of vehicle

  5. Pass121,062 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    121,062 miles
    Test number
    377220644179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail121,050 miles (+508)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,050 miles
    Test number
    155968277057
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass120,542 miles (+1,262)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    120,542 miles
    Test number
    696076357753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass119,280 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    119,280 miles
    Test number
    251361283872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail119,271 miles (+5,549)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,271 miles
    Test number
    925371252659
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass113,722 miles (+47)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    113,722 miles
    Test number
    240958522708
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to outer sills

  11. Fail113,675 miles (+449)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,675 miles
    Test number
    584031475661
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexy hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to outer sills

  12. Pass113,226 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    113,226 miles
    Test number
    159756005547
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.30mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  13. Fail113,220 miles (+2,613)2 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,220 miles
    Test number
    354137466915
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.30mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  14. Pass110,607 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    110,607 miles
    Test number
    525861525049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  15. Fail110,607 miles (+7,195)1 failure1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,607 miles
    Test number
    437761325033
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  16. Pass103,412 miles (+40)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    103,412 miles
    Test number
    435239913223
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn inner and outer edge

  17. Fail103,372 miles (+3,130)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,372 miles
    Test number
    375654713207
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn inner and outer edge

  18. Pass100,242 miles (+14)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    100,242 miles
    Test number
    136499502294
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteAirbag light on

  19. Pass100,228 miles (+356)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    100,228 miles
    Test number
    775497751196
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteO/s door mirror cracked

  20. Pass99,872 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    99,872 miles
    Test number
    684620460101
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  21. Fail99,870 miles (+1,092)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,870 miles
    Test number
    241618650418
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  22. Pass98,778 miles (+5)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    98,778 miles
    Test number
    864167469160
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteAirbag warning light on

  23. Fail98,773 miles (+3,611)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,773 miles
    Test number
    254534969111
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteAirbag warning light on

  24. Pass95,162 miles (+6,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    95,162 miles
    Test number
    472052968162
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail88,937 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,937 miles
    Test number
    343708557136
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  26. Pass88,937 miles (+4,337)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    88,937 miles
    Test number
    480948057120
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  27. Pass84,600 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    84,600 miles
    Test number
    381605946130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T605 MFL

Does T605 MFL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T605 MFL expired on 28 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T605 MFL?
The MOT on T605 MFL expired on 28 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T605 MFL done?
T605 MFL was recorded at 122,705 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2025, an average of 2,010 miles a year.
Has T605 MFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T605 MFL has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T605 MFL 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 T605 MFL find?
T605 MFL failed its latest MOT on 9 May 2025 with 6 major defects and 13 advisories: nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; nearside rear outer position lamp not working; offside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point area, and 16 more.

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