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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T835 NLBMOT history

T835 NLB is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 115,362 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Aug 2027
Mileage
115,362 mi
At MOT on 29 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,289 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T835 NLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T835 NLB was last recorded at 115,362 miles on 29 Aug 2026, 2,135 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Jul 2015: 60,058 miles, lower than 88,760 miles on 29 Jun 2015.

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
113,227 miles · 15 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
2,135 miles
Average per year
3,289 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,362 miles
  • 2022 – 113,227 miles
  • 2021 – 108,517 miles
  • 2020 – 105,535 miles
  • 2019 – 103,468 miles
  • 2018 – 100,973 miles
  • 2017 – 98,137 miles
  • 2016 – 94,050 miles
  • 2015 – 60,058 miles
  • 2014 – 84,742 miles
  • 2013 – 79,622 miles
  • 2012 – 76,956 miles
  • 2011 – 72,088 miles
  • 2010 – 68,890 miles
  • 2009 – 65,557 miles
  • 2008 – 61,119 miles
  • 2007 – 56,513 miles
  • 2006 – 48,772 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,362 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryUnder body covered with under seal

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.

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,362 miles (+2,135)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    115,362 miles
    Test number
    428659134235
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covered with under seal

  2. Pass113,227 miles (+4,710)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    113,227 miles
    Test number
    632551369297
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust corroded leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe corroded
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion

  3. Pass108,517 miles (+2,982)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    108,517 miles
    Test number
    908112469769
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front headlamp condensed

  4. Pass105,535 miles (+2,067)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    105,535 miles
    Test number
    687174735316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass103,468 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    103,468 miles
    Test number
    783896256088
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Fail103,466 miles (+2,493)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,466 miles
    Test number
    644224084198
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill yellow marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass100,973 miles (+2,836)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    100,973 miles
    Test number
    141264326155
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass98,137 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    98,137 miles
    Test number
    304952034691
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  9. Fail98,136 miles (+4,086)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,136 miles
    Test number
    437024670247
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  10. Pass94,050 miles (+46)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    94,050 miles
    Test number
    289495970940
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer rigger (2.4.A.3)

  11. Fail94,004 miles (+33,946)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,004 miles
    Test number
    682307501802
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer rigger (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass60,058 miles (-28,702)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    60,058 miles
    Test number
    759203485117
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  13. Fail88,760 miles (+4,018)4 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,760 miles
    Test number
    967770885139
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  14. Pass84,742 miles (+5,120)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    84,742 miles
    Test number
    288681994117
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryRear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  15. Pass79,622 miles (+2,666)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    79,622 miles
    Test number
    427346763107
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteO/s/r wheel bearing slightly noise

  16. Pass76,956 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    76,956 miles
    Test number
    937694082176
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    635903082105
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass72,088 miles (+3,198)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    72,088 miles
    Test number
    207252781116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass68,890 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    68,890 miles
    Test number
    103187570101
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  20. Fail68,890 miles (+3,333)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,890 miles
    Test number
    891047070130
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  21. Pass65,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    65,557 miles
    Test number
    310890889190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail65,557 miles (+4,438)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,557 miles
    Test number
    604020689120
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass61,119 miles (+4,606)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    61,119 miles
    Test number
    720182988197
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass56,513 miles (+7,741)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    56,513 miles
    Test number
    442681087136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    48,772 miles
    Test number
    352991956171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T835 NLB

Does T835 NLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T835 NLB is valid until 28 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T835 NLB?
The MOT on T835 NLB is valid until 28 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T835 NLB done?
T835 NLB was recorded at 115,362 miles at its MOT on 29 Aug 2026, an average of 3,289 miles a year.
Has T835 NLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T835 NLB has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on T835 NLB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Jul 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T835 NLB find?
T835 NLB passed its latest MOT on 29 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: front exhaust mounting defective; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 1 more.

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