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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T657 EFCMOT history

T657 EFC is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 3 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Nov 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 134,959 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Nov 2023
Mileage
134,959 mi
At MOT on 9 Nov 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,437 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T657 EFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T657 EFC was last recorded at 134,959 miles on 9 Nov 2022, 1,431 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,528 miles · 15 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
1,431 miles
Average per year
3,437 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 134,959 miles
  • 2021 – 133,528 miles
  • 2020 – 132,715 miles
  • 2019 – 131,580 miles
  • 2018 – 128,019 miles
  • 2017 – 123,022 miles
  • 2016 – 119,465 miles
  • 2014 – 113,707 miles
  • 2013 – 110,968 miles
  • 2012 – 107,312 miles
  • 2011 – 96,552 miles
  • 2010 – 93,137 miles
  • 2009 – 88,283 miles
  • 2008 – 84,103 miles
  • 2007 – 80,945 miles
  • 2006 – 77,149 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,959 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner 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 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryGeneral suspension corrosion
  • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Brake pipes at rear undercoated over

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Corrosion to some suspension components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass134,959 miles (+1,431)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    134,959 miles
    Test number
    900288728899
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  2. Pass133,528 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    133,528 miles
    Test number
    666739595923
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  3. Fail133,528 miles (+813)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,528 miles
    Test number
    204098712205
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  4. Pass132,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    132,715 miles
    Test number
    777003076894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail132,715 miles (+1,135)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,715 miles
    Test number
    585727483979
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass131,580 miles (+3,561)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    131,580 miles
    Test number
    946398237836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass128,019 miles (+4,997)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    128,019 miles
    Test number
    204627423402
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to some undercarriage components
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNsf brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight brake inbalance evident

  8. Pass123,022 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    123,022 miles
    Test number
    143413416764
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes at rear undercoated over
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to some suspension components

  9. Fail123,000 miles (+3,535)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,000 miles
    Test number
    329616200814
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes at rear undercoated over
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to some suspension components

  10. Pass119,465 miles (+5,758)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    119,465 miles
    Test number
    618668346499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass113,707 miles (+2,739)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    113,707 miles
    Test number
    658982214322
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low
    • NoteOffside headlight condensated

  12. Pass110,968 miles (+8)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    110,968 miles
    Test number
    897083023381
    • NoteSome pitting and scoring of rear brake discs

  13. Fail110,960 miles (+3,648)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,960 miles
    Test number
    418632413491
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteSome pitting and scoring of rear brake discs

  14. Pass107,312 miles (+10,760)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    107,312 miles
    Test number
    145315022331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass96,552 miles (+70)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    96,552 miles
    Test number
    529648141057
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail96,482 miles (+3,345)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,482 miles
    Test number
    128077541463
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass93,137 miles (+4,854)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    93,137 miles
    Test number
    493815230050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass88,283 miles (+4,180)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    88,283 miles
    Test number
    943059119098
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass84,103 miles (+3,158)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    84,103 miles
    Test number
    181139838039
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass80,945 miles (+3,796)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    80,945 miles
    Test number
    623487127000
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  21. Pass77,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    77,149 miles
    Test number
    742314516050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T657 EFC

Does T657 EFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T657 EFC expired on 14 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T657 EFC?
The MOT on T657 EFC expired on 14 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T657 EFC done?
T657 EFC was recorded at 134,959 miles at its MOT on 9 Nov 2022, an average of 3,437 miles a year.
Has T657 EFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T657 EFC has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T657 EFC 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 T657 EFC find?
T657 EFC passed its latest MOT on 9 Nov 2022 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective misted; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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