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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T83 NPPMOT history

T83 NPP is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 138,965 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2026
Mileage
138,965 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,503 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T83 NPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T83 NPP was last recorded at 138,965 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 237 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,728 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
237 miles
Average per year
3,503 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,965 miles
  • 2024 – 135,980 miles
  • 2022 – 135,868 miles
  • 2020 – 129,706 miles
  • 2019 – 127,220 miles
  • 2018 – 126,024 miles
  • 2017 – 125,998 miles
  • 2016 – 122,412 miles
  • 2015 – 117,174 miles
  • 2013 – 104,904 miles
  • 2012 – 99,233 miles
  • 2011 – 94,146 miles
  • 2010 – 91,120 miles
  • 2009 – 85,248 miles
  • 2008 – 81,348 miles
  • 2007 – 76,446 miles
  • 2006 – 70,719 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,965 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,965 miles (+237)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    138,965 miles
    Test number
    549267392960
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail138,728 miles (+2,748)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,728 miles
    Test number
    516636113752
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass135,980 miles (+112)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    135,980 miles
    Test number
    573078071949
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass135,868 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    135,868 miles
    Test number
    656480232664
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail135,868 miles (+6,162)3 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,868 miles
    Test number
    692497730416
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass129,706 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    129,706 miles
    Test number
    815206977410
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel arches corroded

  7. Fail129,706 miles (+2,486)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,706 miles
    Test number
    124158083901
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel arches corroded

  8. Pass127,220 miles (+1,196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    127,220 miles
    Test number
    690881164401
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass126,024 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    126,024 miles
    Test number
    579949209831
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail126,016 miles (+18)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,016 miles
    Test number
    846214194010
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass125,998 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    125,998 miles
    Test number
    775358372133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail125,987 miles (+3,575)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,987 miles
    Test number
    994451780814
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

  13. Pass122,412 miles (+5,238)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    122,412 miles
    Test number
    593109552654
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting fractured
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass117,174 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    117,174 miles
    Test number
    268515225121
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail117,174 miles (+12,270)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,174 miles
    Test number
    156875325109
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront exhaust mounting fractured

  16. Pass104,904 miles (+47)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    104,904 miles
    Test number
    568512993198
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Fail104,857 miles (+5,624)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,857 miles
    Test number
    227681693116
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  18. Pass99,233 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    99,233 miles
    Test number
    965936982155
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail99,229 miles (+5,083)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,229 miles
    Test number
    677376382160
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass94,146 miles (+62)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    94,146 miles
    Test number
    998015181176
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail94,084 miles (+2,964)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,084 miles
    Test number
    536938571162
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass91,120 miles (+5,872)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    91,120 miles
    Test number
    960572380127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass85,248 miles (+3,900)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    85,248 miles
    Test number
    634568579111
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass81,348 miles (+4,902)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    81,348 miles
    Test number
    234734888421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass76,446 miles (+5,727)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    76,446 miles
    Test number
    223661487485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass70,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2007
    Odometer
    70,719 miles
    Test number
    324786426165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T83 NPP

Does T83 NPP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T83 NPP is valid until 28 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T83 NPP?
The MOT on T83 NPP is valid until 28 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T83 NPP done?
T83 NPP was recorded at 138,965 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 3,503 miles a year.
Has T83 NPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T83 NPP has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T83 NPP 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 T83 NPP find?
T83 NPP passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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