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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T639 BVYMOT history

T639 BVY is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 138,373 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
138,373 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,011 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T639 BVY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T639 BVY was last recorded at 138,373 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Mar 2021: 136,044 miles, lower than 139,530 miles on 3 Mar 2020.

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
138,346 miles · 18 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
5,011 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,373 miles
  • 2025 – 138,346 miles
  • 2021 – 136,044 miles
  • 2020 – 139,530 miles
  • 2019 – 138,843 miles
  • 2017 – 132,462 miles
  • 2016 – 98,847 miles
  • 2015 – 82,166 miles
  • 2014 – 75,871 miles
  • 2013 – 71,099 miles
  • 2012 – 67,145 miles
  • 2011 – 62,949 miles
  • 2010 – 59,070 miles
  • 2009 – 54,152 miles
  • 2008 – 49,065 miles
  • 2007 – 44,210 miles
  • 2006 – 39,270 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,373 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndercarriage rusty all over

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,373 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    138,373 miles
    Test number
    794511796827
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage rusty all over

  2. Fail138,373 miles (+27)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,373 miles
    Test number
    941927311988
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage rusty all over

  3. Pass138,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    138,346 miles
    Test number
    183957738355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail138,346 miles (+2,302)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,346 miles
    Test number
    605073553008
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass136,044 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    136,044 miles
    Test number
    839857871004
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail136,044 miles (-3,486)1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,044 miles
    Test number
    104289726142
    • Repaired at testStop lamp(s) not working Both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass139,530 miles (+687)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    139,530 miles
    Test number
    469067620183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass138,843 miles (+6,381)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    138,843 miles
    Test number
    324315100506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass132,462 miles (+33,615)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    132,462 miles
    Test number
    696970842618
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner tyre worn inner edge and offside
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated and offside (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn inner edge and offside
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  10. Pass98,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    98,847 miles
    Test number
    105036779000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail98,847 miles (+16,681)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,847 miles
    Test number
    267416426220
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  12. Pass82,166 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    82,166 miles
    Test number
    532646993333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail82,165 miles (+4,422)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,165 miles
    Test number
    739148055516
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking brake pipe (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass77,743 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    77,743 miles
    Test number
    967188905005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail77,728 miles (+1,857)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,728 miles
    Test number
    745572905057
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass75,871 miles (+4,772)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    75,871 miles
    Test number
    115160114253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass71,099 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    71,099 miles
    Test number
    596004723233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail71,085 miles (+3,940)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,085 miles
    Test number
    675888913212
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Pass67,145 miles (+4,196)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    67,145 miles
    Test number
    358236902215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass62,949 miles (+3,879)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    62,949 miles
    Test number
    545650101269
    • 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)

  21. Pass59,070 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    59,070 miles
    Test number
    353416110284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail59,065 miles (+4,913)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,065 miles
    Test number
    501755310245
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass54,152 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    54,152 miles
    Test number
    652225619260
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Fail54,130 miles (+5,065)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,130 miles
    Test number
    120982719249
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass49,065 miles (+4,855)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    49,065 miles
    Test number
    571503318272
    • NoteBoth front too rear metal brake pipes corroded at rear..
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped..
    • NoteOffside front tyre on 1.6/1.7mm inner 3/4 band..
    • NoteOffside rear , nearside rear orange indicator bulbs fadeing..
    • NoteRear brake discs lipped, also rear brake pads wearing low..
    • NoteRear number plate wearing..
    • NoteSteel object in nearside rear tyre..

  26. Pass44,210 miles (+4,940)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    44,210 miles
    Test number
    642945417282
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn to 2mm
    • NoteUnder tray damaged

  27. Pass39,270 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    39,270 miles
    Test number
    324031806456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail39,245 miles1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,245 miles
    Test number
    414939896160
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside and nearside rear tyres

Questions about T639 BVY

Does T639 BVY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T639 BVY is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T639 BVY?
The MOT on T639 BVY is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T639 BVY done?
T639 BVY was recorded at 138,373 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 5,011 miles a year.
Has T639 BVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T639 BVY has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T639 BVY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Mar 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T639 BVY find?
T639 BVY passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; undercarriage rusty all over.

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