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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T697 JGCMOT history

T697 JGC is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2022 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 201,818 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2022
Mileage
201,818 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2021
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,963 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T697 JGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T697 JGC was last recorded at 201,818 miles on 21 Dec 2021, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
201,812 miles · 6 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
5,963 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 201,818 miles
  • 2020 – 196,971 miles
  • 2019 – 192,870 miles
  • 2018 – 190,160 miles
  • 2017 – 186,354 miles
  • 2016 – 182,341 miles
  • 2015 – 176,194 miles
  • 2014 – 169,328 miles
  • 2013 – 167,831 miles
  • 2012 – 158,776 miles
  • 2011 – 149,180 miles
  • 2010 – 140,384 miles
  • 2009 – 131,693 miles
  • 2008 – 121,848 miles
  • 2007 – 110,953 miles
  • 2006 – 108,121 miles
  • 2005 – 105,492 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,818 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear different style wheel fitted but correct size tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slightly loose also (6.1.2 (a))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 25 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,818 miles (+6)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    201,818 miles
    Test number
    394064274489
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear different style wheel fitted but correct size tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by anti roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slightly loose also (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail201,812 miles (+4,841)9 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,812 miles
    Test number
    636490253558
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength by rear coil spring upper mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired by rear coil spring upper mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass196,971 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    196,971 miles
    Test number
    439481163072
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering wheel lightly rubbing on cowling

  4. Fail196,968 miles (+4,098)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,968 miles
    Test number
    826850284115
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45x17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering wheel lightly rubbing on cowling

  5. Pass192,870 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    192,870 miles
    Test number
    215100781955
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced have been welded before on both sides and unable to view inner mount areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear suspension mount areas and floors (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension leg starting to leak

  6. Fail192,864 miles (+2,704)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,864 miles
    Test number
    181474705618
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded hub pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced have been welded before on both sides and unable to view inner mount areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear suspension mount areas and floors (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension leg starting to leak

  7. Pass190,160 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    190,160 miles
    Test number
    393080808647
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60x15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60x15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60x15 (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail190,153 miles (+3,799)2 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,153 miles
    Test number
    502628890217
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/60x15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60x15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60x15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60x15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass186,354 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    186,354 miles
    Test number
    957386502654
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on inner edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer sills corroded @ jacking points

  10. Fail186,352 miles (+166)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,352 miles
    Test number
    638079714148
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both rear sills @ jacking points (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on inner edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer sills corroded @ jacking points

  11. Fail186,186 miles (+3,845)6 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,186 miles
    Test number
    892032057853
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded antiroll bar bush mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded antiroll bar bush mounting (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre 2mm inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre inner edge 3mm
    • AdvisoryBoth front bottom suspension arm bushes perishing
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner rack joints have slight play in ball joints
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres 3mm inner edges
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  12. Pass182,341 miles (+6,147)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    182,341 miles
    Test number
    679560134627
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass176,194 miles (+6,866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    176,194 miles
    Test number
    923159860933
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass169,328 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    169,328 miles
    Test number
    928208914371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail169,311 miles (+1,480)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,311 miles
    Test number
    428627214480
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront number plate damaged but not elegable

  16. Pass167,831 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    167,831 miles
    Test number
    397796213340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail167,820 miles (+9,044)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,820 miles
    Test number
    917068803309
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass158,776 miles (+84)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    158,776 miles
    Test number
    518708392210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteSrs light not working

  19. Fail158,692 miles (+9,512)6 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,692 miles
    Test number
    908576092235
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteSrs light not working

  20. Pass149,180 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    149,180 miles
    Test number
    857394501378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail149,144 miles (+8,760)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,144 miles
    Test number
    127120501300
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteAdvise air bag light on
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear disc poor condition

  22. Pass140,384 miles (+8,691)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    140,384 miles
    Test number
    654518490293
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear disc poor condition

  23. Pass131,693 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    131,693 miles
    Test number
    840352309352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail131,687 miles (+9,839)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,687 miles
    Test number
    960261109398
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass121,848 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    121,848 miles
    Test number
    594993108318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail121,773 miles (+10,820)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,773 miles
    Test number
    153051408340
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass110,953 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    110,953 miles
    Test number
    171539087252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail110,953 miles (+2,832)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,953 miles
    Test number
    401759187246
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass108,121 miles (+2,629)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    108,121 miles
    Test number
    421196806418
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  30. Pass105,492 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    105,492 miles
    Test number
    513619495267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail105,485 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,485 miles
    Test number
    893028095264
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T697 JGC

Does T697 JGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T697 JGC expired on 20 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T697 JGC?
The MOT on T697 JGC expired on 20 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T697 JGC done?
T697 JGC was recorded at 201,818 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2021, an average of 5,963 miles a year.
Has T697 JGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T697 JGC has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on T697 JGC 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 T697 JGC find?
T697 JGC passed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2021 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear different style wheel fitted but correct size tyre; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by anti roll bar mounting, and 1 more.

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