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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T686 HTSMOT history

T686 HTS is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 11 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 48,026 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Feb 2027
Mileage
48,026 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,900 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T686 HTS
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
11 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T686 HTS was last recorded at 48,026 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 1,369 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,657 miles · 3 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,369 miles
Average per year
1,900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,026 miles
  • 2025 – 46,657 miles
  • 2024 – 44,850 miles
  • 2023 – 42,608 miles
  • 2022 – 39,964 miles
  • 2021 – 38,419 miles
  • 2019 – 34,529 miles
  • 2018 – 28,025 miles
  • 2017 – 26,349 miles
  • 2016 – 24,758 miles
  • 2015 – 22,993 miles
  • 2014 – 21,200 miles
  • 2013 – 20,014 miles
  • 2012 – 19,019 miles
  • 2011 – 18,120 miles
  • 2010 – 16,943 miles
  • 2009 – 15,129 miles
  • 2008 – 13,674 miles
  • 2007 – 12,332 miles
  • 2006 – 10,671 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,026 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output moisture in lamp (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output moisture in lamp (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner and outer surfaces.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner and outer surfaces.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,026 miles (+1,369)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    48,026 miles
    Test number
    806957828085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output moisture in lamp (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output moisture in lamp (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass46,657 miles (+1,807)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    46,657 miles
    Test number
    233477878030
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jack point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff drain plug washer (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass44,850 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    44,850 miles
    Test number
    596447935624
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner and outer surfaces. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner and outer surfaces. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail44,848 miles (+2,240)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,848 miles
    Test number
    939933730228
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill at jacking point area. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner and outer surfaces. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner and outer surfaces. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass42,608 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    42,608 miles
    Test number
    782616133915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail42,604 miles (+2,640)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,604 miles
    Test number
    943699505495
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass39,964 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    39,964 miles
    Test number
    264338503051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail39,961 miles (+1,542)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,961 miles
    Test number
    232629569587
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs have surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on

  9. Pass38,419 miles (+3,890)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    38,419 miles
    Test number
    359900388542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass34,529 miles (+10)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    34,529 miles
    Test number
    249666386161
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  11. Fail34,519 miles (+6,494)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,519 miles
    Test number
    214573060507
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  12. Pass28,025 miles (+1,676)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2019
    Odometer
    28,025 miles
    Test number
    216582881478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,349 miles (+1,591)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    26,349 miles
    Test number
    116133539112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass24,758 miles (+1,765)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    24,758 miles
    Test number
    298343676422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass22,993 miles (+1,793)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    22,993 miles
    Test number
    649757625133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass21,200 miles (+1,186)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    21,200 miles
    Test number
    768240024182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,014 miles (+995)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    20,014 miles
    Test number
    209781623422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    19,019 miles
    Test number
    347208522199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail19,019 miles (+899)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,019 miles
    Test number
    686024622167
    • FailureFuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass18,120 miles (+1,177)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    18,120 miles
    Test number
    669810131199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,943 miles (+1,814)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    16,943 miles
    Test number
    343014230145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,129 miles (+1,455)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    15,129 miles
    Test number
    381016949119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,674 miles (+1,342)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    13,674 miles
    Test number
    704169848184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass12,332 miles (+1,661)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    12,332 miles
    Test number
    990668347121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass10,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    10,671 miles
    Test number
    533712956131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T686 HTS

Does T686 HTS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T686 HTS is valid until 8 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T686 HTS?
The MOT on T686 HTS is valid until 8 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T686 HTS done?
T686 HTS was recorded at 48,026 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 1,900 miles a year.
Has T686 HTS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T686 HTS has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T686 HTS 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 T686 HTS find?
T686 HTS passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 11 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output moisture in lamp; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 8 more.

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