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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T833 MLEMOT history

T833 MLE is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Jul 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 131,826 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Jul 2026
Mileage
131,826 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2016
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,288 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T833 MLE
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 6 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T833 MLE was last recorded at 131,826 miles on 19 Sept 2016, 437 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 May 2015.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,389 miles · 11 May 2015
Between the last two tests
437 miles
Average per year
5,288 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2016 – 131,826 miles
  • 2015 – 131,389 miles
  • 2014 – 124,360 miles
  • 2012 – 111,818 miles
  • 2011 – 107,894 miles
  • 2010 – 105,658 miles
  • 2009 – 103,560 miles
  • 2008 – 99,648 miles
  • 2007 – 93,670 miles
  • 2006 – 85,563 miles
  • 2005 – 73,150 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    947762387612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    803934247316
    • AdvisoryFront 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))

  3. FailMileage not read1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    647319631880
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront 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))

  4. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    613797858350
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose modified but not seriously weakened both side (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both side (2.7.3)

  5. Pass131,826 miles (+437)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    131,826 miles
    Test number
    414339966267
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Pass131,389 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    131,389 miles
    Test number
    489631335192
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Fail131,386 miles (+7,026)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,386 miles
    Test number
    557401935184
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass124,360 miles (+12,542)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    124,360 miles
    Test number
    617669154049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail111,818 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,818 miles
    Test number
    347002932491
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteN/s/f + o/s/f starting to perrish
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

  10. Pass111,818 miles (+3,924)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    111,818 miles
    Test number
    826002832230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteN/s/f + o/s/f starting to perrish
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

  11. Pass107,894 miles (+13)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    107,894 miles
    Test number
    406992931290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteREAR BRAKE PIPES SEALED INSPECTION RESTRICTED

  12. Fail107,881 miles (+1,578)1 dangerous5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,881 miles
    Test number
    299749921262
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteREAR BRAKE PIPES SEALED INSPECTION RESTRICTED

  13. Pass106,303 miles (+645)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    106,303 miles
    Test number
    137427051408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass105,658 miles (+2,098)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    105,658 miles
    Test number
    672411360190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass103,560 miles (+3,912)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    103,560 miles
    Test number
    453200259163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass99,648 miles (+5,978)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    99,648 miles
    Test number
    330754608215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass93,670 miles (+8,107)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    93,670 miles
    Test number
    874523517262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass85,563 miles (+12,413)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    85,563 miles
    Test number
    130549256230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    73,150 miles
    Test number
    363307025247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T833 MLE

Does T833 MLE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T833 MLE expired on 6 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T833 MLE?
The MOT on T833 MLE expired on 6 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T833 MLE done?
T833 MLE was recorded at 131,826 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2016, an average of 5,288 miles a year.
Has T833 MLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T833 MLE has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on T833 MLE 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 T833 MLE find?
T833 MLE passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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