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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T85 LCVMOT history

T85 LCV is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 117,383 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Aug 2024
Mileage
117,383 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,738 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T85 LCV
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
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T85 LCV was last recorded at 117,383 miles on 7 Aug 2023, 2,867 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,516 miles · 26 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
2,867 miles
Average per year
3,738 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 117,383 miles
  • 2022 – 114,516 miles
  • 2021 – 111,473 miles
  • 2020 – 109,227 miles
  • 2019 – 105,545 miles
  • 2018 – 101,333 miles
  • 2017 – 96,941 miles
  • 2016 – 91,971 miles
  • 2015 – 86,625 miles
  • 2014 – 80,505 miles
  • 2013 – 75,722 miles
  • 2012 – 71,590 miles
  • 2011 – 68,412 miles
  • 2010 – 63,205 miles
  • 2009 – 58,636 miles
  • 2008 – 57,036 miles
  • 2007 – 55,427 miles
  • 2006 – 53,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,383 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Nearside and Offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Nearside and Offside (rubber insulator type) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside and Offside sill corroded around jacking pionts
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Digits fading (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Lower effort on N/S

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,383 miles (+2,867)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    117,383 miles
    Test number
    252040080438
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Nearside and Offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Nearside and Offside (rubber insulator type) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside sill corroded around jacking pionts
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Digits fading (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass114,516 miles (+3,043)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    114,516 miles
    Test number
    617636597141
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Nearside and Offside Rubber insulated Offside worst (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth at 2.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Digits fading (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass111,473 miles (+2,246)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    111,473 miles
    Test number
    807069890887
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass109,227 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    109,227 miles
    Test number
    704361938560
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on both edges (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail109,227 miles (+3,682)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,227 miles
    Test number
    722795793629
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly worn on both edges (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass105,545 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    105,545 miles
    Test number
    520741824210
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Lower effort on N/S (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail105,545 miles (+4,212)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,545 miles
    Test number
    618089106498
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Worn to 1.5mm in places (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint excessively worn Nearside and Offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Nearside and Offside front lower , rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Lower effort on N/S (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass101,333 miles (+4,392)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    101,333 miles
    Test number
    411660704517
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bang on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass96,941 miles (+4,970)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    96,941 miles
    Test number
    310048778161
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms rear bushes (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass91,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    91,971 miles
    Test number
    192593363531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail91,971 miles (+5,346)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,971 miles
    Test number
    205624656215
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings rack end (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  12. Pass86,625 miles (+6,120)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    86,625 miles
    Test number
    876640165104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,505 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    80,505 miles
    Test number
    316401154186
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail80,505 miles (+4,783)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,505 miles
    Test number
    697459844149
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass75,722 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    75,722 miles
    Test number
    978179343186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail75,722 miles (+4,132)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,722 miles
    Test number
    278888943481
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass71,590 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    71,590 miles
    Test number
    179681452193
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail71,590 miles (+3,178)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,590 miles
    Test number
    818801952156
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass68,412 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    68,412 miles
    Test number
    258758541133
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail68,412 miles (+5,207)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,412 miles
    Test number
    685557141163
    • 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)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass63,205 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    63,205 miles
    Test number
    872178630190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteBonnet safety catch was stiff - lubricated
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slight cracking, offside tyres directional - nearside not

  22. Fail63,205 miles (+4,569)2 failures3 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,205 miles
    Test number
    300008530126
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteBonnet safety catch was stiff - lubricated
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slight cracking, O/S/R directional

  23. Pass58,636 miles (+1,600)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    58,636 miles
    Test number
    223139039491
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished

  24. Pass57,036 miles (+1,609)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    57,036 miles
    Test number
    231907198488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass55,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    55,427 miles
    Test number
    282576107226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail55,427 miles (+1,860)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,427 miles
    Test number
    373726107217
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s front indicator lense loose

  27. Pass53,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    53,567 miles
    Test number
    550088496155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail53,567 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,567 miles
    Test number
    370173096132
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING COLUMN

Questions about T85 LCV

Does T85 LCV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T85 LCV expired on 10 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T85 LCV?
The MOT on T85 LCV expired on 10 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T85 LCV done?
T85 LCV was recorded at 117,383 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2023, an average of 3,738 miles a year.
Has T85 LCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T85 LCV has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on T85 LCV 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 T85 LCV find?
T85 LCV passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2023 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides; front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play nearside and offside (rubber insulator type), and 10 more.

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