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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T856 ALRMOT history

T856 ALR is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Dec 2023 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 126,058 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Dec 2023
Mileage
126,058 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2022
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,255 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T856 ALR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T856 ALR was last recorded at 126,058 miles on 16 Nov 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,058 miles · 11 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,255 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 126,058 miles
  • 2021 – 125,956 miles
  • 2020 – 125,647 miles
  • 2019 – 125,612 miles
  • 2018 – 125,404 miles
  • 2017 – 122,079 miles
  • 2016 – 117,953 miles
  • 2015 – 112,843 miles
  • 2014 – 109,098 miles
  • 2013 – 105,502 miles
  • 2011 – 96,085 miles
  • 2010 – 90,890 miles
  • 2009 – 83,980 miles
  • 2008 – 74,214 miles
  • 2007 – 66,883 miles
  • 2006 – 58,638 miles
  • 2005 – 53,533 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,058 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to n/s front hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust very corroded but not yet blowingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension very corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Sill covers fitted preventing full inspection

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Engine covers under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 31 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,058 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    126,058 miles
    Test number
    692406344158
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to n/s front hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust very corroded but not yet blowing
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension very corroded

  2. Fail126,058 miles (+102)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,058 miles
    Test number
    150740684696
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded to n/s front hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust very corroded but not yet blowing
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension very corroded

  3. Pass125,956 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    125,956 miles
    Test number
    490256674276
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sus pention corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear inner sills around lower arm mounts corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear outer wheel arches corroded

  4. Fail125,956 miles (+309)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,956 miles
    Test number
    547052908174
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear sus pention corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear inner sills around lower arm mounts corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear outer wheel arches corroded

  5. Pass125,647 miles (+13)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    125,647 miles
    Test number
    494688290561
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s/f and o/s/f outer sills around jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear arches heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryEmission limits only just met
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted preventing full inspection
    • AdvisorySlight binding on n/s/r brake
    • AdvisorySlightly low effort on o/s parking brake
    • AdvisorySteering feels heavy

  6. Fail125,634 miles (+22)4 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,634 miles
    Test number
    521033187666
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s/f and o/s/f outer sills around jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear arches heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryEmission limits only just met
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted preventing full inspection
    • AdvisorySlight binding on n/s/r brake
    • AdvisorySlightly low effort on o/s parking brake
    • AdvisorySteering feels heavy

  7. Pass125,612 miles (+208)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    125,612 miles
    Test number
    925069818549
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule and offside rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear floor pan jacking points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f tyres beginning to wear on edges
    • AdvisoryN/s/r and o/s/r wheel arches heavily corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted preventing full inspection

  8. Pass125,404 miles (+12)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    125,404 miles
    Test number
    776268243892
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Fail125,392 miles (+3,313)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,392 miles
    Test number
    570695816164
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  10. Pass122,079 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    122,079 miles
    Test number
    503439647876
    • AdvisoryEngine covers under trays fitted
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  11. Fail122,077 miles (+4,124)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,077 miles
    Test number
    927305758309
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers under trays fitted
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  12. Pass117,953 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    117,953 miles
    Test number
    944982751557
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill member (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill member (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres are bald on there inner edges of tread

  13. Fail117,953 miles (+5,110)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,953 miles
    Test number
    267213800300
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Electrical wiring deteriorated and bare wires exposed brake pad wire (1.9.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill member (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill member (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres are bald on there inner edges of tread

  14. Pass112,843 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    112,843 miles
    Test number
    225676100225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySills corroded . unable to fully inspect due to covers fitted

  15. Fail112,843 miles (+3,745)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,843 miles
    Test number
    210405846655
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySills corroded . unable to fully inspect due to covers fitted

  16. Pass109,098 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    109,098 miles
    Test number
    558641824300
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFRONT HEADLAMP UNITS ARE DAMP
    • NoteNEAR SIDE & OFF SIDE FRONT TYRES ARE WORN INNER EDGE AND OFF SIDE REAR TYRE IS WORN
    • NoteOFF SIDE FRONT SUSPENSION SHOCKERABSORBER IS WORN
    • NoteOUTER SILL COVERS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECT

  17. Fail109,098 miles (+3,596)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,098 miles
    Test number
    536560324363
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFRONT HEADLAMP UNITS ARE DAMP
    • NoteNEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE FRONT TYRES ARE WORN INNER EDGE AND OFF SIDE REAR TYRE IS WORN
    • NoteOFF SIDE FRONT SUSPENSION SHOCKABSORBER IS WORN
    • NoteOUTER SILL COVERS FITTED

  18. Pass105,502 miles (+1)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    105,502 miles
    Test number
    159189033388
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE HEADLAMP UNITS ARE DAMP INSIDE
    • NoteSLIGHT WEAR OFF SIDE REAR WHEEL BEARING

  19. Fail105,501 miles (+3,204)3 dangerous2 failures7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,501 miles
    Test number
    746015533374
    • DangerousNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE HEADLAMP UNITS ARE DAMP INSIDE
    • NoteSLIGHT WEAR OFF SIDE REAR WHEEL BEARING
    • NoteWINDSCREEN WIPER BLADES ARE WORN

  20. Pass102,297 miles (+30)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    102,297 miles
    Test number
    535387463068
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly scored

  21. Fail102,267 miles (+6,182)6 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,267 miles
    Test number
    596283853016
    • FailureNearside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSmall chip in windscreen

  22. Pass96,085 miles (+5,195)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    96,085 miles
    Test number
    366474901387
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag lamp on

  23. Pass90,890 miles (+6,910)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    90,890 miles
    Test number
    344163990490
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAirbag malfunction lamp on

  24. Pass83,980 miles (+9,766)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    83,980 miles
    Test number
    303122609385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass74,214 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    74,214 miles
    Test number
    400917398269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail74,207 miles (+7,324)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,207 miles
    Test number
    342765798438
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass66,883 miles (+8,245)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    66,883 miles
    Test number
    830912507335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass58,638 miles (+5,105)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    58,638 miles
    Test number
    123767396240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass53,533 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    53,533 miles
    Test number
    312064405360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T856 ALR

Does T856 ALR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T856 ALR expired on 4 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T856 ALR?
The MOT on T856 ALR expired on 4 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T856 ALR done?
T856 ALR was recorded at 126,058 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2022, an average of 4,255 miles a year.
Has T856 ALR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T856 ALR has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T856 ALR 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 T856 ALR find?
T856 ALR passed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2022 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to n/s front hose; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; exhaust very corroded but not yet blowing, and 1 more.

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