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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,995 cc

T80 MBMMOT history

T80 MBM is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 20 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 161,649 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Nov 2022
Mileage
161,649 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2021
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,877 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T80 MBM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T80 MBM was last recorded at 161,649 miles on 16 Nov 2021, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,647 miles · 15 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,877 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 161,649 miles
  • 2020 – 150,109 miles
  • 2019 – 144,358 miles
  • 2018 – 131,184 miles
  • 2017 – 121,181 miles
  • 2016 – 108,780 miles
  • 2015 – 89,635 miles
  • 2014 – 70,768 miles
  • 2013 – 51,466 miles
  • 2012 – 29,326 miles
  • 2011 – 28,904 miles
  • 2010 – 28,096 miles
  • 2009 – 27,086 miles
  • 2008 – 25,619 miles
  • 2007 – 24,737 miles
  • 2006 – 21,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,649 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills rustyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear subframe rustyRecorded 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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Tie rod has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Corrosion on both rear sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Off side rear dust cap missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,649 miles (+2)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    161,649 miles
    Test number
    138197831733
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills rusty
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear subframe rusty

  2. Fail161,647 miles (+11,538)5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,647 miles
    Test number
    895841003169
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative broken offside front (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills rusty
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear subframe rusty

  3. Pass150,109 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    150,109 miles
    Test number
    390060589121
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Tie rod has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail150,093 miles (+5,735)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,093 miles
    Test number
    389741069599
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Tyre worn inner edge, canvas exposed. Also bulging on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Bottom ball joint excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Tie rod has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass144,358 miles (+106)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    144,358 miles
    Test number
    551823567042
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on both rear sills
    • AdvisoryOff side rear dust cap missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail144,252 miles (+13,068)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,252 miles
    Test number
    587754114264
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on both rear sills
    • AdvisoryOff side rear dust cap missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass131,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    131,184 miles
    Test number
    349706713145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail131,183 miles (+10,002)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,183 miles
    Test number
    582522759315
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on the outer edge 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on the outer edge 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on the outer edge 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass121,181 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    121,181 miles
    Test number
    886759577035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn on outer edge

  10. Fail121,181 miles (+12,401)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,181 miles
    Test number
    799012895154
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55R16 (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres worn on outer edges

  11. Pass108,780 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    108,780 miles
    Test number
    308980402136
    • AdvisoryEngine oil on minimum level

  12. Fail108,765 miles (+19,130)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,765 miles
    Test number
    143328187876
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil on minimum level

  13. Pass89,635 miles (+18,867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    89,635 miles
    Test number
    235934695147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail70,768 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,768 miles
    Test number
    189070094109
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass70,768 miles (+19,302)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    70,768 miles
    Test number
    568620894103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    51,466 miles
    Test number
    419480103277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail51,466 miles (+22,140)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,466 miles
    Test number
    137500603281
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass29,326 miles (+422)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    29,326 miles
    Test number
    606453712215
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass28,904 miles (+808)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    28,904 miles
    Test number
    416897711181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass28,096 miles (+1,010)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    28,096 miles
    Test number
    673663030163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,086 miles (+1,467)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    27,086 miles
    Test number
    231939349007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,619 miles (+882)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    25,619 miles
    Test number
    484670758056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,737 miles (+2,915)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    24,737 miles
    Test number
    611500657089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail21,822 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,822 miles
    Test number
    253986846067
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6.D3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

  25. Pass21,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    21,822 miles
    Test number
    660906846003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T80 MBM

Does T80 MBM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T80 MBM expired on 20 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T80 MBM?
The MOT on T80 MBM expired on 20 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T80 MBM done?
T80 MBM was recorded at 161,649 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2021, an average of 8,877 miles a year.
Has T80 MBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T80 MBM has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T80 MBM 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 T80 MBM find?
T80 MBM passed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2021 with 10 advisories: front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt, and 7 more.

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