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BMW 3 Series

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T749 SJEMOT history

T749 SJE is a red petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 149,195 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
149,195 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,919 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T749 SJE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T749 SJE was last recorded at 149,195 miles on 7 May 2026, 8,184 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Sept 2015: 77,357 miles, lower than 81,639 miles on 12 Sept 2014.

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
141,011 miles · 18 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8,184 miles
Average per year
5,919 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,195 miles
  • 2024 – 141,011 miles
  • 2023 – 131,188 miles
  • 2022 – 123,796 miles
  • 2021 – 115,866 miles
  • 2020 – 111,605 miles
  • 2019 – 106,787 miles
  • 2018 – 100,813 miles
  • 2017 – 94,224 miles
  • 2015 – 77,357 miles
  • 2014 – 81,639 miles
  • 2013 – 67,770 miles
  • 2012 – 64,959 miles
  • 2011 – 61,450 miles
  • 2010 – 58,911 miles
  • 2009 – 56,027 miles
  • 2008 – 45,804 miles
  • 2007 – 39,479 miles
  • 2006 – 32,249 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,195 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (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.

  • Nearside Front corrosion to floor panel not within a prescribed area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front corrosion to floor panel not within a prescribed area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 4 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,195 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    149,195 miles
    Test number
    716970014061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail149,195 miles (+8,184)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,195 miles
    Test number
    990317475915
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass141,011 miles (+196)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    141,011 miles
    Test number
    228213225298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front corrosion to floor panel not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front corrosion to floor panel not within a prescribed area

  4. Fail140,815 miles (+9,627)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,815 miles
    Test number
    323574811994
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front corrosion to floor panel not within a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front corrosion to floor panel not within a prescribed area

  5. Pass131,188 miles (+7,392)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    131,188 miles
    Test number
    728849380287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass123,796 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    123,796 miles
    Test number
    288920272831
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail123,796 miles (+7,930)3 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,796 miles
    Test number
    681152707250
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking bleed screw (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust connection clamp missing

  8. Pass115,866 miles (+4,261)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    115,866 miles
    Test number
    396952009997
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass111,605 miles (+4,818)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    111,605 miles
    Test number
    553187787089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass106,787 miles (+5,974)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    106,787 miles
    Test number
    822814547034
    • 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))

  11. Pass100,813 miles (+6,589)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    100,813 miles
    Test number
    293263255120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass94,224 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    94,224 miles
    Test number
    731956681389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail94,220 miles (+16,863)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,220 miles
    Test number
    580930005000
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

  14. Pass77,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    77,357 miles
    Test number
    486018982604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail77,357 miles (-4,282)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,357 miles
    Test number
    721258901690
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass81,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    81,639 miles
    Test number
    617545754219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail81,639 miles (+13,869)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,639 miles
    Test number
    447584254223
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass67,770 miles (+2,811)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    67,770 miles
    Test number
    317951043458
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to crack and perrish
    • NoteO/s/f wing corroded and holed

  19. Pass64,959 miles (+330)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    64,959 miles
    Test number
    356155862296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail64,629 miles (+3,179)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,629 miles
    Test number
    415066252234
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass61,450 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    61,450 miles
    Test number
    348571321226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside Front Sill starting to corrode

  22. Fail61,450 miles (+2,539)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,450 miles
    Test number
    786754611278
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside Front Sill starting to corrode

  23. Fail58,911 miles3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,911 miles
    Test number
    232484410222
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass58,911 miles (+2,884)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    58,911 miles
    Test number
    660744710285
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail56,027 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,027 miles
    Test number
    371585519460
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass56,027 miles (+10,223)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    56,027 miles
    Test number
    523995319248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass45,804 miles (+6,325)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    45,804 miles
    Test number
    763852518258
    • NoteAirbag warning light on

  28. Pass39,479 miles (+7,230)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    39,479 miles
    Test number
    161464317230
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades a little noisy
    • NoteNearside rear tyre 3mm on edges
    • NoteNearside rear tyre 3mm on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front fog light cracked
    • NoteOffside front tyre 3mm on inner edge

  29. Pass32,249 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    32,249 miles
    Test number
    732436116287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T749 SJE

Does T749 SJE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T749 SJE is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T749 SJE?
The MOT on T749 SJE is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T749 SJE done?
T749 SJE was recorded at 149,195 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 5,919 miles a year.
Has T749 SJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T749 SJE has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T749 SJE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Sept 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T749 SJE find?
T749 SJE passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; rear exhaust mounting defective.

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