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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T61 EESMOT history

T61 EES is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2023 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 84,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jun 2023
Mileage
84,280 mi
At MOT on 31 May 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,736 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T61 EES
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
31 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T61 EES was last recorded at 84,280 miles on 31 May 2022, 2,734 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,546 miles · 15 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
2,734 miles
Average per year
2,736 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 84,280 miles
  • 2021 – 81,546 miles
  • 2020 – 79,308 miles
  • 2019 – 76,175 miles
  • 2018 – 71,195 miles
  • 2017 – 69,481 miles
  • 2016 – 67,627 miles
  • 2015 – 66,852 miles
  • 2014 – 60,448 miles
  • 2012 – 58,001 miles
  • 2011 – 55,254 miles
  • 2010 – 53,261 miles
  • 2009 – 46,748 miles
  • 2008 – 43,903 miles
  • 2007 – 42,158 miles
  • 2006 – 40,357 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,280 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass84,280 miles (+2,734)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    84,280 miles
    Test number
    872229521392
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  2. Pass81,546 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    81,546 miles
    Test number
    788858985213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail81,515 miles (+2,207)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,515 miles
    Test number
    906089635390
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  4. Pass79,308 miles (+3,133)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    79,308 miles
    Test number
    909903424738
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass76,175 miles (+4,980)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    76,175 miles
    Test number
    355990270356
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass71,195 miles (+1,714)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    71,195 miles
    Test number
    404201516571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass69,481 miles (+1,854)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    69,481 miles
    Test number
    769109354572
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  8. Pass67,627 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    67,627 miles
    Test number
    634560537582
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail67,625 miles (+773)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,625 miles
    Test number
    624585047180
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass66,852 miles (+6,404)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    66,852 miles
    Test number
    159400345175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront discs lipped

  11. Pass60,448 miles (+2,447)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    60,448 miles
    Test number
    245165934492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  12. Pass58,001 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    58,001 miles
    Test number
    425371342311
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail58,001 miles (+2,747)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,001 miles
    Test number
    749119632358
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass55,254 miles (+1,993)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    55,254 miles
    Test number
    108065431349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO.s. washer incorrect aim

  15. Pass53,261 miles (+1,884)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    53,261 miles
    Test number
    184049920322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail51,377 miles (+4,629)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,377 miles
    Test number
    510735250110
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  17. Pass46,748 miles (+2,845)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    46,748 miles
    Test number
    541659449113
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass43,903 miles (+1,745)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    43,903 miles
    Test number
    710739248139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,158 miles (+1,801)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    42,158 miles
    Test number
    314110357108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    40,357 miles
    Test number
    480212736131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T61 EES

Does T61 EES currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T61 EES expired on 30 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T61 EES?
The MOT on T61 EES expired on 30 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T61 EES done?
T61 EES was recorded at 84,280 miles at its MOT on 31 May 2022, an average of 2,736 miles a year.
Has T61 EES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T61 EES has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on T61 EES 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 T61 EES find?
T61 EES passed its latest MOT on 31 May 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; items removed from driver's view prior to test.

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