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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T889 OJNMOT history

T889 OJN is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 22 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Apr 2018 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 113,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Apr 2018
Mileage
113,002 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2022
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,634 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T889 OJN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Apr 2018
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T889 OJN was last recorded at 113,002 miles on 23 Jun 2022, 1,878 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,124 miles · 28 Apr 2017
Between the last two tests
1,878 miles
Average per year
2,634 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 113,002 miles
  • 2017 – 111,124 miles
  • 2016 – 108,408 miles
  • 2015 – 104,535 miles
  • 2014 – 99,786 miles
  • 2013 – 95,969 miles
  • 2012 – 90,742 miles
  • 2011 – 85,731 miles
  • 2010 – 84,862 miles
  • 2009 – 82,936 miles
  • 2007 – 77,956 miles
  • 2006 – 70,291 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail113,002 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorHazard warning switch faulty dangerous (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront struts been painted
  • AdvisoryKnock at front

What MOT failures 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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail113,002 miles (+1,878)3 dangerous9 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,002 miles
    Test number
    175127031081
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty dangerous (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront struts been painted
    • AdvisoryKnock at front

  2. Pass111,124 miles (+2,716)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    111,124 miles
    Test number
    607960142607
    • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres scubbing on inner
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  3. Pass108,408 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    108,408 miles
    Test number
    988740101257
    • AdvisoryADVISE OIL LEAK AT GEARBOX
    • AdvisoryADVISE OIL LEAK FROM DIFF
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion UNDER CARRAIGE (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING
    • AdvisorySLIGHT PLAY IN LOWER STEERING COUPLIN

  4. Fail108,408 miles (+3,873)5 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,408 miles
    Test number
    507886224912
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryADVISE OIL LEAK AT GEARBOX
    • AdvisoryADVISE OIL LEAK FROM DIFF
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion UNDER CARRAIGE (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING
    • AdvisorySLIGHT PLAY IN LOWER STEERING COUPLIN

  5. Pass104,535 miles (+12)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    104,535 miles
    Test number
    586959615109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff

  6. Fail104,523 miles (+4,737)4 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,523 miles
    Test number
    798497515193
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff

  7. Pass99,786 miles (+3,817)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    99,786 miles
    Test number
    759429704122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox

  8. Pass95,969 miles (+15)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    95,969 miles
    Test number
    449402103180
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  9. Fail95,954 miles (+5,212)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,954 miles
    Test number
    636309993084
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass90,742 miles (+5,011)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    90,742 miles
    Test number
    646147312112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,731 miles (+869)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    85,731 miles
    Test number
    189065941070
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass84,862 miles (+1,926)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    84,862 miles
    Test number
    970649030132
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass82,936 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    82,936 miles
    Test number
    343460149149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  14. Fail82,934 miles (+4,978)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,934 miles
    Test number
    291709939111
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  15. Pass77,956 miles (+7,665)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    77,956 miles
    Test number
    360651197493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    70,291 miles
    Test number
    292116896011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T889 OJN

Does T889 OJN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T889 OJN expired on 28 Apr 2018, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T889 OJN?
The MOT on T889 OJN expired on 28 Apr 2018. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T889 OJN done?
T889 OJN was recorded at 113,002 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2022, an average of 2,634 miles a year.
Has T889 OJN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T889 OJN has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T889 OJN 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 T889 OJN find?
T889 OJN failed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2022 with 3 dangerous defects, 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel; offside rear service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, and 12 more.

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