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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T775 ARBMOT history

T775 ARB is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 141,813 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2022
Mileage
141,813 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2021
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T775 ARB
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
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T775 ARB was last recorded at 141,813 miles on 15 Dec 2021, 106 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Jan 2006: 85,567 miles, lower than 85,850 miles on 11 Jan 2006.

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
141,707 miles · 3 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
106 miles
Average per year
3,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 141,813 miles
  • 2020 – 137,224 miles
  • 2019 – 128,265 miles
  • 2018 – 125,151 miles
  • 2017 – 122,964 miles
  • 2016 – 119,632 miles
  • 2015 – 117,158 miles
  • 2014 – 115,947 miles
  • 2013 – 114,133 miles
  • 2012 – 111,803 miles
  • 2011 – 108,697 miles
  • 2010 – 104,934 miles
  • 2009 – 101,097 miles
  • 2008 – 95,107 miles
  • 2007 – 90,893 miles
  • 2006 – 85,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,813 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,813 miles (+106)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    141,813 miles
    Test number
    264376288703
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail141,707 miles (+4,483)2 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,707 miles
    Test number
    632181882250
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass137,224 miles (+81)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    137,224 miles
    Test number
    777034780201
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Fail137,143 miles (+8,878)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,143 miles
    Test number
    613688226293
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass128,265 miles (+3,114)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    128,265 miles
    Test number
    894654191900
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass125,151 miles (+2,187)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    125,151 miles
    Test number
    879889478569
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  7. Pass122,964 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    122,964 miles
    Test number
    413415972738
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight bind on brake
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight corrosion on sill

  8. Fail122,954 miles (+3,322)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,954 miles
    Test number
    501665948574
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight bind on brake
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight corrosion on sill

  9. Pass119,632 miles (+2,474)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    119,632 miles
    Test number
    946824467761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass117,158 miles (+1,211)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    117,158 miles
    Test number
    485394055122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass115,947 miles (+1,814)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    115,947 miles
    Test number
    335597664176
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass114,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    114,133 miles
    Test number
    176855063124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail114,133 miles (+2,330)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,133 miles
    Test number
    905044763172
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass111,803 miles (+3,106)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    111,803 miles
    Test number
    278280752159
    • NoteA lot of movement in front wishbone bushes but not excesive
    • NoteAir bag light on

  15. Pass108,697 miles (+3,763)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    108,697 miles
    Test number
    186241271194
    • NoteChip in zone A but not large enough to be a fail
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteRear brake pipes rusty

  16. Pass104,934 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    104,934 miles
    Test number
    312403670178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail104,768 miles (+3,671)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,768 miles
    Test number
    342428160109
    • DangerousNearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass101,097 miles (+6)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    101,097 miles
    Test number
    861999669126
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteWear in o/s lower ball joint and wishbone bushes

  19. Fail101,091 miles (+5,984)1 dangerous1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,091 miles
    Test number
    450016969125
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteLowering springs fitted
    • NoteWear in o/s lower ball joint and wishbone bushes

  20. Pass95,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    95,107 miles
    Test number
    392194138167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail95,107 miles (+4,214)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,107 miles
    Test number
    562473438196
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass90,893 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    90,893 miles
    Test number
    541146537172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail90,818 miles (+5,251)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,818 miles
    Test number
    341052737103
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in both front lower swivels

  24. Pass85,567 miles (-283)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    85,567 miles
    Test number
    192492416084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail85,850 miles4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,850 miles
    Test number
    852621216047
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T775 ARB

Does T775 ARB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T775 ARB expired on 20 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T775 ARB?
The MOT on T775 ARB 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 T775 ARB done?
T775 ARB was recorded at 141,813 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2021, an average of 3,514 miles a year.
Has T775 ARB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T775 ARB has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on T775 ARB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Jan 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T775 ARB find?
T775 ARB passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2021 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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