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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T770 SDVMOT history

T770 SDV is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 151,938 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Aug 2024
Mileage
151,938 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2023
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,769 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T770 SDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T770 SDV was last recorded at 151,938 miles on 16 Aug 2023, 5,214 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,724 miles · 9 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
5,214 miles
Average per year
3,769 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 151,938 miles
  • 2022 – 146,724 miles
  • 2021 – 143,033 miles
  • 2020 – 138,011 miles
  • 2019 – 131,181 miles
  • 2018 – 127,560 miles
  • 2017 – 125,138 miles
  • 2016 – 122,167 miles
  • 2015 – 118,526 miles
  • 2014 – 115,790 miles
  • 2013 – 112,624 miles
  • 2012 – 110,150 miles
  • 2011 – 109,309 miles
  • 2009 – 104,789 miles
  • 2008 – 102,311 miles
  • 2007 – 97,525 miles
  • 2006 – 90,688 miles
  • 2005 – 84,083 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,938 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material steel end (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material steel end (1.1.11 (c))

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 Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,938 miles (+5,214)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    151,938 miles
    Test number
    615879256827
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material steel end (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material steel end (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass146,724 miles (+3,691)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    146,724 miles
    Test number
    364670808253
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass143,033 miles (+5,022)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    143,033 miles
    Test number
    133979741778
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass138,011 miles (+6,830)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    138,011 miles
    Test number
    397501041574
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass131,181 miles (+3,621)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    131,181 miles
    Test number
    429230933034
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass127,560 miles (+2,422)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    127,560 miles
    Test number
    148277581087
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear pads @ 50%

  7. Pass125,138 miles (+2,971)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    125,138 miles
    Test number
    325098820087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front lower ball joint slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass122,167 miles (+3,641)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    122,167 miles
    Test number
    890803039703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,526 miles (+51)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    118,526 miles
    Test number
    556521105262
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front brake hoses cracked

  10. Fail118,475 miles (+2,685)10 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,475 miles
    Test number
    777347995196
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front brake hoses cracked

  11. Pass115,790 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    115,790 miles
    Test number
    717680104255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail115,733 miles (+3,109)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,733 miles
    Test number
    519357094108
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass112,624 miles (+2,474)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    112,624 miles
    Test number
    118495403216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass110,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    110,150 miles
    Test number
    518916602219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail110,144 miles (+835)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,144 miles
    Test number
    847636002295
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  16. Pass109,309 miles (+4,520)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    109,309 miles
    Test number
    448587501288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass104,789 miles (+2,478)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    104,789 miles
    Test number
    941284829290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass102,311 miles (+4,786)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    102,311 miles
    Test number
    413599628263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass97,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    97,525 miles
    Test number
    891323527235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail97,525 miles (+6,837)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,525 miles
    Test number
    984293127254
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

  21. Pass90,688 miles (+6,605)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    90,688 miles
    Test number
    161253226208
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass84,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    84,083 miles
    Test number
    620307125208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T770 SDV

Does T770 SDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T770 SDV expired on 23 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T770 SDV?
The MOT on T770 SDV expired on 23 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T770 SDV done?
T770 SDV was recorded at 151,938 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2023, an average of 3,769 miles a year.
Has T770 SDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T770 SDV has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2015.
Has the mileage on T770 SDV 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 T770 SDV find?
T770 SDV passed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material steel end, and 1 more.

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