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BMW 3 Series

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T655 TBAMOT history

T655 TBA is a purple petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 May 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 106,461 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 May 2024
Mileage
106,461 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2025
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T655 TBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 May 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T655 TBA was last recorded at 106,461 miles on 16 Jan 2025, 2,977 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,484 miles · 3 May 2023
Between the last two tests
2,977 miles
Average per year
3,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 106,461 miles
  • 2023 – 103,484 miles
  • 2021 – 101,163 miles
  • 2020 – 99,196 miles
  • 2019 – 97,384 miles
  • 2018 – 94,074 miles
  • 2017 – 89,123 miles
  • 2016 – 84,633 miles
  • 2014 – 81,349 miles
  • 2013 – 77,093 miles
  • 2012 – 73,704 miles
  • 2011 – 70,773 miles
  • 2010 – 67,183 miles
  • 2009 – 62,923 miles
  • 2008 – 58,457 miles
  • 2007 – 55,288 miles
  • 2006 – 44,321 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail106,461 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage by rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 10 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail106,461 miles (+2,977)4 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,461 miles
    Test number
    269403952187
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage by rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass103,484 miles (+2,321)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    103,484 miles
    Test number
    901427429730
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass101,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    101,163 miles
    Test number
    726416641531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail101,163 miles (+1,967)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,163 miles
    Test number
    492205535915
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass99,196 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    99,196 miles
    Test number
    795748363394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail99,191 miles (+1,807)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,191 miles
    Test number
    404877358347
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass97,384 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    97,384 miles
    Test number
    731711148634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail97,382 miles (+3,308)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,382 miles
    Test number
    901226724197
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  9. Pass94,074 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    94,074 miles
    Test number
    163229034981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail94,073 miles (+4,950)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,073 miles
    Test number
    956625899265
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass89,123 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    89,123 miles
    Test number
    550777533396
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail89,123 miles (+4,490)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,123 miles
    Test number
    803656909244
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass84,633 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    84,633 miles
    Test number
    201655753503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,614 miles (+3,265)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,614 miles
    Test number
    986313681205
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass81,349 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    81,349 miles
    Test number
    105279744247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail81,349 miles (+4,256)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,349 miles
    Test number
    907528844289
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass77,093 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    77,093 miles
    Test number
    265314923272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail77,046 miles (+3,342)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,046 miles
    Test number
    975502613266
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass73,704 miles (+2,931)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    73,704 miles
    Test number
    849209072142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass70,773 miles (+3,590)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    70,773 miles
    Test number
    518949751186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass67,183 miles (+4,260)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    67,183 miles
    Test number
    264240960414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass62,923 miles (+4,466)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    62,923 miles
    Test number
    622955159101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass58,457 miles (+3,169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    58,457 miles
    Test number
    134904668160
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass55,288 miles (+10,967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    55,288 miles
    Test number
    180510357183
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass44,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2007
    Odometer
    44,321 miles
    Test number
    160640136140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T655 TBA

Does T655 TBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T655 TBA expired on 2 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T655 TBA?
The MOT on T655 TBA expired on 2 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T655 TBA done?
T655 TBA was recorded at 106,461 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2025, an average of 3,325 miles a year.
Has T655 TBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T655 TBA has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T655 TBA 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 T655 TBA find?
T655 TBA failed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2025 with 4 major defects and 11 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn; offside rear coil spring fractured or broken; offside rear fog lamp not working, and 12 more.

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