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BMW 3 Series

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,990 cc

T86 SPLMOT history

T86 SPL is a green petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Jan 2025 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 98,421 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Jan 2025
Mileage
98,421 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2024
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,621 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T86 SPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T86 SPL was last recorded at 98,421 miles on 24 Jan 2024, 2,405 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Jan 2023: 96,015 miles, lower than 145,665 miles on 16 Oct 2021.

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
96,016 miles · 21 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
2,405 miles
Average per year
1,621 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 98,421 miles
  • 2023 – 96,016 miles
  • 2021 – 145,665 miles
  • 2019 – 140,136 miles
  • 2018 – 130,685 miles
  • 2017 – 116,045 miles
  • 2016 – 108,770 miles
  • 2015 – 105,333 miles
  • 2014 – 101,098 miles
  • 2013 – 98,872 miles
  • 2012 – 95,656 miles
  • 2011 – 93,680 miles
  • 2010 – 89,418 miles
  • 2009 – 87,232 miles
  • 2008 – 84,157 miles
  • 2007 – 79,522 miles
  • 2006 – 73,024 miles
  • 2005 – 68,456 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,421 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,421 miles (+2,405)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    98,421 miles
    Test number
    683033082810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass96,016 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    96,016 miles
    Test number
    327495693217
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail96,015 miles (-49,650)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,015 miles
    Test number
    701981643614
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass145,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    145,665 miles
    Test number
    250041653886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail145,665 miles (+5,529)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,665 miles
    Test number
    862305556837
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass140,136 miles (+9,451)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    140,136 miles
    Test number
    611089631720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass130,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    130,685 miles
    Test number
    278898886402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail130,685 miles (+14,640)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,685 miles
    Test number
    918570226055
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass116,045 miles (+7,275)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    116,045 miles
    Test number
    546762134378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass108,770 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    108,770 miles
    Test number
    910648069863
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail108,770 miles (+3,437)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,770 miles
    Test number
    122114276282
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded jacking point (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass105,333 miles (+4,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    105,333 miles
    Test number
    886437650399
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  13. Pass101,098 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    101,098 miles
    Test number
    227924204273
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust box started to deteriorated

  14. Fail101,098 miles (+2,226)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,098 miles
    Test number
    396374604213
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust box started to deteriorated

  15. Pass98,872 miles (+3,216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    98,872 miles
    Test number
    879376993159
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail95,656 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,656 miles
    Test number
    598589692135
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass95,656 miles (+1,976)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    95,656 miles
    Test number
    948319292180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass93,680 miles (+4,262)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    93,680 miles
    Test number
    177774301218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass89,418 miles (+2,186)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    89,418 miles
    Test number
    120261880129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass87,232 miles (+3,075)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    87,232 miles
    Test number
    343661189175
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass84,157 miles (+4,635)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    84,157 miles
    Test number
    984763888177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass79,522 miles (+6,498)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    79,522 miles
    Test number
    614729577190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass73,024 miles (+4,568)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    73,024 miles
    Test number
    261209076401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass68,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    68,456 miles
    Test number
    652691715242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T86 SPL

Does T86 SPL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T86 SPL expired on 23 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T86 SPL?
The MOT on T86 SPL expired on 23 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T86 SPL done?
T86 SPL was recorded at 98,421 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2024, an average of 1,621 miles a year.
Has T86 SPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T86 SPL has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T86 SPL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Jan 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T86 SPL find?
T86 SPL passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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