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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T65 AYWMOT history

T65 AYW is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 147,710 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2026
Mileage
147,710 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2025
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,071 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T65 AYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T65 AYW was last recorded at 147,710 miles on 9 Sept 2025, 140 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,570 miles · 18 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
140 miles
Average per year
2,071 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 147,710 miles
  • 2023 – 147,570 miles
  • 2022 – 145,253 miles
  • 2021 – 144,182 miles
  • 2019 – 143,417 miles
  • 2018 – 140,739 miles
  • 2015 – 137,676 miles
  • 2014 – 133,528 miles
  • 2012 – 131,590 miles
  • 2011 – 126,229 miles
  • 2010 – 125,201 miles
  • 2009 – 121,690 miles
  • 2008 – 117,106 miles
  • 2007 – 113,116 miles
  • 2006 – 108,081 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,710 miles

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Hydraulic leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass147,710 miles (+140)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    147,710 miles
    Test number
    723997010824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass147,570 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    147,570 miles
    Test number
    788381410976
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail147,570 miles (+2,317)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,570 miles
    Test number
    936585575997
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass145,253 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    145,253 miles
    Test number
    405293025028
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail145,239 miles (+1,057)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,239 miles
    Test number
    863930622346
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass144,182 miles (+765)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    144,182 miles
    Test number
    147390579579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass143,417 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    143,417 miles
    Test number
    185979582965
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail143,399 miles (+2,660)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,399 miles
    Test number
    387699472128
    • DangerousTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded jacking points (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass140,739 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    140,739 miles
    Test number
    199483941613
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  10. Fail140,732 miles (+3,056)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,732 miles
    Test number
    286192682497
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  11. Pass137,676 miles (+4,148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    137,676 miles
    Test number
    338080645166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass133,528 miles (+1,938)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    133,528 miles
    Test number
    137797924193
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass131,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    131,590 miles
    Test number
    519437302389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail131,590 miles (+5,361)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,590 miles
    Test number
    469226102411
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass126,229 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    126,229 miles
    Test number
    916845821118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail126,229 miles (+1,028)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,229 miles
    Test number
    679014721128
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass125,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    125,201 miles
    Test number
    260452400283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail125,201 miles (+3,511)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,201 miles
    Test number
    414072700243
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass121,690 miles (+4,584)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    121,690 miles
    Test number
    370288799142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass117,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    117,106 miles
    Test number
    991297998191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail117,106 miles (+3,990)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,106 miles
    Test number
    752032198151
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass113,116 miles (+5,035)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    113,116 miles
    Test number
    694978797105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass108,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    108,081 miles
    Test number
    334092106459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail108,081 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,081 miles
    Test number
    473592006251
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T65 AYW

Does T65 AYW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T65 AYW expired on 8 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T65 AYW?
The MOT on T65 AYW expired on 8 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T65 AYW done?
T65 AYW was recorded at 147,710 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2025, an average of 2,071 miles a year.
Has T65 AYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T65 AYW has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T65 AYW 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 T65 AYW find?
T65 AYW passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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