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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T847 VVXMOT history

T847 VVX is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2024 and it has passed 9 of 16 MOT tests, with 102,281 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2024
Mileage
102,281 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2023
MOT tests
16
9 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,331 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T847 VVX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T847 VVX was last recorded at 102,281 miles on 18 Sept 2023, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,266 miles · 15 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
1,331 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 102,281 miles
  • 2022 – 99,551 miles
  • 2013 – 96,877 miles
  • 2012 – 95,670 miles
  • 2011 – 95,621 miles
  • 2009 – 88,643 miles
  • 2008 – 84,615 miles
  • 2007 – 82,462 miles
  • 2006 – 79,360 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,281 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

16 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,281 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    102,281 miles
    Test number
    452942639831
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail102,281 miles (+15)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,281 miles
    Test number
    656310934434
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail102,266 miles (+2,715)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,266 miles
    Test number
    255951604650
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass99,551 miles (+2,674)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    99,551 miles
    Test number
    483065442114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass96,877 miles (+2)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    96,877 miles
    Test number
    737828893195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside wheel speed sensor bolt loose

  6. Fail96,875 miles (+1,205)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,875 miles
    Test number
    515939573171
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  7. Pass95,670 miles (+49)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    95,670 miles
    Test number
    696854062152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass95,621 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    95,621 miles
    Test number
    109354481025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail95,604 miles (+152)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,604 miles
    Test number
    787840771070
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  10. Fail95,452 miles (+6,809)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,452 miles
    Test number
    276945821033
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass88,643 miles (+95)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    88,643 miles
    Test number
    824174029249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail88,548 miles (+3,933)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,548 miles
    Test number
    561479509271
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass84,615 miles (+2,153)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    84,615 miles
    Test number
    322302218450
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass82,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    82,462 miles
    Test number
    212398977417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail82,462 miles (+3,102)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,462 miles
    Test number
    654638277125
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass79,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    79,360 miles
    Test number
    944950386192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T847 VVX

Does T847 VVX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T847 VVX expired on 17 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T847 VVX?
The MOT on T847 VVX expired on 17 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T847 VVX done?
T847 VVX was recorded at 102,281 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2023, an average of 1,331 miles a year.
Has T847 VVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T847 VVX has failed 7 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T847 VVX 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 T847 VVX find?
T847 VVX passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2023 with 1 advisory: offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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