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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,995 cc

T700 SLYMOT history

T700 SLY is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 97,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
97,788 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,689 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T700 SLY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T700 SLY was last recorded at 97,788 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 89 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Aug 2017: 88,142 miles, lower than 111,042 miles on 9 Jun 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
97,699 miles · 10 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
89 miles
Average per year
2,689 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,788 miles
  • 2021 – 97,699 miles
  • 2020 – 97,066 miles
  • 2018 – 94,779 miles
  • 2017 – 88,149 miles
  • 2016 – 111,042 miles
  • 2015 – 104,826 miles
  • 2012 – 100,268 miles
  • 2011 – 97,358 miles
  • 2010 – 86,130 miles
  • 2009 – 76,903 miles
  • 2008 – 66,636 miles
  • 2007 – 52,653 miles
  • 2005 – 43,238 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,788 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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,788 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    97,788 miles
    Test number
    820587265766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass97,699 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    97,699 miles
    Test number
    417289695605
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail97,681 miles (+615)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,681 miles
    Test number
    973221255967
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which shows white light to the rear (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass97,066 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2021
    Odometer
    97,066 miles
    Test number
    130929402118
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail97,047 miles (+2,268)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,047 miles
    Test number
    880164417302
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass94,779 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    94,779 miles
    Test number
    888970639116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail94,765 miles (+6,616)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,765 miles
    Test number
    572934508564
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device insecure (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass88,149 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    88,149 miles
    Test number
    673756957115
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Fail88,142 miles (-22,900)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,142 miles
    Test number
    516316540380
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Pass111,042 miles (+6,216)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    111,042 miles
    Test number
    311781706147
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion under body (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Pass104,826 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    104,826 miles
    Test number
    185012035160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail104,820 miles (+4,552)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,820 miles
    Test number
    675014485002
    • FailureBrake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  13. Pass100,268 miles (+44)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    100,268 miles
    Test number
    575361732166
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Fail100,224 miles (+2,866)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,224 miles
    Test number
    769592822169
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass97,358 miles (+11,228)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    97,358 miles
    Test number
    608737451067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass86,130 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    86,130 miles
    Test number
    920719720034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail86,127 miles (+9,224)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,127 miles
    Test number
    184208520095
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass76,903 miles (+10,267)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    76,903 miles
    Test number
    832516929041
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  19. Pass66,636 miles (+67)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    66,636 miles
    Test number
    140753738439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail66,569 miles (+13,916)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,569 miles
    Test number
    793258328056
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail52,653 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,653 miles
    Test number
    603370737057
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • 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)

  22. Pass52,653 miles (+9,415)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    52,653 miles
    Test number
    953270737085
    • 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)

  23. Pass43,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    43,238 miles
    Test number
    443226745461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T700 SLY

Does T700 SLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T700 SLY is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T700 SLY?
The MOT on T700 SLY is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T700 SLY done?
T700 SLY was recorded at 97,788 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 2,689 miles a year.
Has T700 SLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T700 SLY has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on T700 SLY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Aug 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T700 SLY find?
T700 SLY passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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