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Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T620 RPLMOT history

T620 RPL is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 148,566 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Aug 2025
Mileage
148,566 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,265 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T620 RPL
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T620 RPL was last recorded at 148,566 miles on 24 Jul 2024, 1,321 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Aug 2017: 129,454 miles, lower than 129,492 miles on 13 Jun 2017.

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
147,245 miles · 1 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
1,321 miles
Average per year
5,265 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 148,566 miles
  • 2023 – 147,245 miles
  • 2022 – 146,074 miles
  • 2021 – 143,883 miles
  • 2020 – 141,258 miles
  • 2019 – 138,401 miles
  • 2018 – 134,503 miles
  • 2017 – 129,454 miles
  • 2016 – 126,731 miles
  • 2015 – 119,715 miles
  • 2014 – 113,584 miles
  • 2013 – 107,762 miles
  • 2012 – 101,141 miles
  • 2011 – 91,496 miles
  • 2010 – 83,563 miles
  • 2009 – 78,304 miles
  • 2008 – 73,381 miles
  • 2007 – 57,985 miles
  • 2006 – 52,109 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,566 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Slight corrosion on jacking points and sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass148,566 miles (+1,321)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    148,566 miles
    Test number
    259522769496
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 hose slightly deteriorated Nearside and Offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass147,245 miles (+1,171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    147,245 miles
    Test number
    969807350906
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass146,074 miles (+2,191)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    146,074 miles
    Test number
    630150543078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass143,883 miles (+2,625)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    143,883 miles
    Test number
    804518805933
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Slight corrosion on jacking points and sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass141,258 miles (+2,857)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    141,258 miles
    Test number
    701739788141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Slight corrosion on jacking points and sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass138,401 miles (+109)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    138,401 miles
    Test number
    773922327743
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to sills and jacking points

  7. Fail138,292 miles (+3,789)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,292 miles
    Test number
    354144360190
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced jacking / sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to sills and jacking points

  8. Pass134,503 miles (+52)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    134,503 miles
    Test number
    966044862045
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail134,451 miles (+4,997)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,451 miles
    Test number
    709197996290
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass129,454 miles (-38)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    129,454 miles
    Test number
    845942665876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail129,492 miles (+2,761)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,492 miles
    Test number
    890838687252
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion outside prescribed areas

  12. Pass126,731 miles (+7,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    126,731 miles
    Test number
    392966446874
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass119,715 miles (+6,131)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    119,715 miles
    Test number
    545691515199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass113,584 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    113,584 miles
    Test number
    595973714149
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Fail113,583 miles (+5,821)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,583 miles
    Test number
    406432214143
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass107,762 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    107,762 miles
    Test number
    518400003117
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Fail107,762 miles (+6,621)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,762 miles
    Test number
    618600203109
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass101,141 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    101,141 miles
    Test number
    589953102118
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail101,141 miles (+9,645)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,141 miles
    Test number
    925633702164
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass91,496 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    91,496 miles
    Test number
    345481291016
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/S/F, O/S/R and N/S/R tyres in poor condition
    • NoteDrivebelt cracked

  21. Fail91,496 miles (+7,933)2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,496 miles
    Test number
    939431091078
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/S/F, O/S/R and N/S/R tyres in poor condition
    • NoteDrivebelt cracked

  22. Pass83,563 miles (+5,259)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    83,563 miles
    Test number
    611531210189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass78,304 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    78,304 miles
    Test number
    532845989089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  24. Fail78,304 miles (+4,923)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,304 miles
    Test number
    654239879041
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  25. Pass73,381 miles (+144)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    73,381 miles
    Test number
    992506708149
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Fail73,237 miles (+15,252)3 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,237 miles
    Test number
    452192008122
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront brake pads very low

  27. Pass57,985 miles (+5,876)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    57,985 miles
    Test number
    544914597097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass52,109 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    52,109 miles
    Test number
    883559886008
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are near the legal limit

Questions about T620 RPL

Does T620 RPL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T620 RPL expired on 8 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T620 RPL?
The MOT on T620 RPL expired on 8 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T620 RPL done?
T620 RPL was recorded at 148,566 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2024, an average of 5,265 miles a year.
Has T620 RPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T620 RPL has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on T620 RPL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Aug 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T620 RPL find?
T620 RPL passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside.

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