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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T79 SPHMOT history

T79 SPH is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Jul 2025 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 92,783 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jul 2025
Mileage
92,783 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2024
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,490 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T79 SPH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T79 SPH was last recorded at 92,783 miles on 11 Jul 2024, 1,500 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,283 miles · 28 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
1,500 miles
Average per year
2,490 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 92,783 miles
  • 2023 – 91,283 miles
  • 2021 – 90,830 miles
  • 2015 – 87,016 miles
  • 2013 – 85,463 miles
  • 2012 – 82,616 miles
  • 2011 – 75,116 miles
  • 2010 – 67,878 miles
  • 2009 – 59,549 miles
  • 2008 – 54,761 miles
  • 2007 – 51,159 miles
  • 2006 – 47,496 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,783 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryGENERAL CORRODION UNDER CAR
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering Rack Slightly Play

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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside front lower mounting bushes worn.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Slight corrosion to all 4 jacking points

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,783 miles (+1,500)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    92,783 miles
    Test number
    792321865630
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGENERAL CORRODION UNDER CAR
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering Rack Slightly Play

  2. Pass91,283 miles (+453)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    91,283 miles
    Test number
    341397673151
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside front lower mounting bushes worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to all 4 jacking points

  3. Pass90,830 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    90,830 miles
    Test number
    891174780155
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside front lower mounting bushes worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to all 4 jacking points

  4. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    802210299041
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside front lower mounting bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material steel pipe to flexi hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding slightly

  5. FailMileage not read1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    137124388531
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside front lower mounting bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material steel pipe to flexi hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding slightly

  6. Pass87,016 miles (+1,553)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    87,016 miles
    Test number
    668177505139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Pass85,463 miles (+2,847)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    85,463 miles
    Test number
    659274423361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass82,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    82,616 miles
    Test number
    616274292207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail82,616 miles (+7,500)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,616 miles
    Test number
    716603282210
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

  10. Pass75,116 miles (+7,238)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    75,116 miles
    Test number
    906585081134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  11. Pass67,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    67,878 miles
    Test number
    550193780123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail67,878 miles (+8,329)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,878 miles
    Test number
    554383780115
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass59,549 miles (+4,788)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    59,549 miles
    Test number
    881778999121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,761 miles (+3,602)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    54,761 miles
    Test number
    503342018240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail51,159 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,159 miles
    Test number
    133441537179
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass51,159 miles (+3,663)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    51,159 miles
    Test number
    731321837180
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass47,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    47,496 miles
    Test number
    970913026102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T79 SPH

Does T79 SPH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T79 SPH expired on 10 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T79 SPH?
The MOT on T79 SPH expired on 10 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T79 SPH done?
T79 SPH was recorded at 92,783 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2024, an average of 2,490 miles a year.
Has T79 SPH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T79 SPH has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on T79 SPH 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 T79 SPH find?
T79 SPH passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2024 with 5 advisories: front suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; general corrodion under car; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 2 more.

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