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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T654 ARXMOT history

T654 ARX is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 May 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 53,036 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 May 2023
Mileage
53,036 mi
At MOT on 31 May 2022
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,580 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T654 ARX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 May 2023
Latest MOT test
31 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T654 ARX was last recorded at 53,036 miles on 31 May 2022, 5,154 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,882 miles · 13 May 2021
Between the last two tests
5,154 miles
Average per year
1,580 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 53,036 miles
  • 2021 – 47,882 miles
  • 2020 – 47,044 miles
  • 2019 – 45,954 miles
  • 2018 – 45,852 miles
  • 2017 – 44,913 miles
  • 2016 – 44,586 miles
  • 2015 – 44,190 miles
  • 2014 – 43,897 miles
  • 2013 – 43,511 miles
  • 2012 – 42,708 miles
  • 2011 – 42,177 miles
  • 2010 – 39,868 miles
  • 2009 – 37,465 miles
  • 2008 – 34,252 miles
  • 2007 – 30,526 miles
  • 2006 – 27,560 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,036 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    53,036 miles
    Test number
    104537352693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail53,036 miles (+5,154)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,036 miles
    Test number
    554215742087
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass47,882 miles (+838)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2022
    Odometer
    47,882 miles
    Test number
    742367357501
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension/brake components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass47,044 miles (+1,090)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2021
    Odometer
    47,044 miles
    Test number
    356706020256
    • AdvisoryFront steering joints corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill and jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension joints corroded

  5. Pass45,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    45,954 miles
    Test number
    259750901741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail45,954 miles (+102)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,954 miles
    Test number
    562454085380
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass45,852 miles (+939)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    45,852 miles
    Test number
    185693314660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass44,913 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    44,913 miles
    Test number
    384318023910
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Fail44,896 miles (+310)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,896 miles
    Test number
    349035672199
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass44,586 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    44,586 miles
    Test number
    461004991860
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail44,586 miles (+396)4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,586 miles
    Test number
    722936011692
    • Repaired at testBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass44,190 miles (+293)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    44,190 miles
    Test number
    909368825158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass43,897 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    43,897 miles
    Test number
    235609814455
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Fail43,897 miles (+386)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,897 miles
    Test number
    785043114120
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass43,511 miles (+803)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    43,511 miles
    Test number
    858753413165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,708 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    42,708 miles
    Test number
    778574902100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail42,708 miles (+531)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,708 miles
    Test number
    478733602183
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass42,177 miles (+2,309)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    42,177 miles
    Test number
    158852901162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass39,868 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    39,868 miles
    Test number
    112239700168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail39,864 miles (+2,399)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,864 miles
    Test number
    444056900189
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  21. Pass37,465 miles (+3,213)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    37,465 miles
    Test number
    322820319185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    34,252 miles
    Test number
    672255808142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail34,252 miles (+3,726)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,252 miles
    Test number
    932325708197
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass30,526 miles (+2,966)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    30,526 miles
    Test number
    672583307131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail27,560 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,560 miles
    Test number
    143854306169
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass27,560 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    27,560 miles
    Test number
    781524306161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T654 ARX

Does T654 ARX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T654 ARX expired on 30 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T654 ARX?
The MOT on T654 ARX expired on 30 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T654 ARX done?
T654 ARX was recorded at 53,036 miles at its MOT on 31 May 2022, an average of 1,580 miles a year.
Has T654 ARX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T654 ARX has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T654 ARX 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 T654 ARX find?
T654 ARX passed its latest MOT on 31 May 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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