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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T703 MCAMOT history

T703 MCA is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 155,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Feb 2024
Mileage
155,728 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,299 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T703 MCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T703 MCA was last recorded at 155,728 miles on 23 Feb 2023, 128 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,600 miles · 3 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
128 miles
Average per year
7,299 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 155,728 miles
  • 2022 – 144,432 miles
  • 2021 – 131,600 miles
  • 2019 – 126,315 miles
  • 2018 – 120,995 miles
  • 2017 – 115,802 miles
  • 2016 – 108,354 miles
  • 2015 – 103,339 miles
  • 2014 – 98,045 miles
  • 2013 – 84,191 miles
  • 2012 – 70,768 miles
  • 2011 – 55,379 miles
  • 2010 – 46,602 miles
  • 2009 – 45,062 miles
  • 2008 – 42,251 miles
  • 2007 – 37,778 miles
  • 2006 – 34,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,728 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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 29 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,728 miles (+128)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    155,728 miles
    Test number
    380420159033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail155,600 miles (+11,168)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,600 miles
    Test number
    850581382138
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass144,432 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    144,432 miles
    Test number
    290698482239
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail144,432 miles (+12,832)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,432 miles
    Test number
    811960418567
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass131,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    131,600 miles
    Test number
    215750587022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail131,600 miles (+5,285)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,600 miles
    Test number
    727662090694
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass126,315 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    126,315 miles
    Test number
    622046908207
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail126,315 miles (+5,320)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,315 miles
    Test number
    636510884595
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass120,995 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    120,995 miles
    Test number
    277828800112
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail120,993 miles (+5,191)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,993 miles
    Test number
    933320286026
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass115,802 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    115,802 miles
    Test number
    162722593472
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front tyres worn slightly on outer edges

  12. Fail115,802 miles (+7,448)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,802 miles
    Test number
    204116684406
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front tyres worn slightly on outer edges

  13. Pass108,354 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    108,354 miles
    Test number
    824408698016
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight roughness in offside rear wheel bearing

  14. Fail108,354 miles (+5,015)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,354 miles
    Test number
    879437176529
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight roughness in offside rear wheel bearing

  15. Pass103,339 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    103,339 miles
    Test number
    766569385157
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail103,338 miles (+5,293)2 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,338 miles
    Test number
    719379685171
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass98,045 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    98,045 miles
    Test number
    478815484133
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front to rear metal brake pipes corrode at rear

  18. Fail98,045 miles (+13,854)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,045 miles
    Test number
    777835584136
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front to rear metal brake pipes corrode at rear

  19. Pass84,191 miles (+13,423)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    84,191 miles
    Test number
    657972983178
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass70,768 miles (+15,389)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    70,768 miles
    Test number
    936375492154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteOffside front tyre outer sidewall slightly perished

  21. Pass55,379 miles (+8,777)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    55,379 miles
    Test number
    245108281474
    • NoteAirbag light on dash

  22. Pass46,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    46,602 miles
    Test number
    223757190192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail46,602 miles (+1,540)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,602 miles
    Test number
    803337990116
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  24. Pass45,062 miles (+2,811)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    45,062 miles
    Test number
    691545909208
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass42,251 miles (+4,473)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    42,251 miles
    Test number
    912160418235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass37,778 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    37,778 miles
    Test number
    240547007272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail37,716 miles (+2,941)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,716 miles
    Test number
    634379397108
    • FailureFront Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass34,775 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    34,775 miles
    Test number
    310080016492
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T703 MCA

Does T703 MCA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T703 MCA expired on 22 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T703 MCA?
The MOT on T703 MCA expired on 22 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T703 MCA done?
T703 MCA was recorded at 155,728 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2023, an average of 7,299 miles a year.
Has T703 MCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T703 MCA has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T703 MCA 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 T703 MCA find?
T703 MCA passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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