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BMW M3

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 3,201 cc

T891 AGOMOT history

T891 AGO is a purple petrol BMW M3 first used on 7 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 89,698 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
89,698 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,745 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T891 AGO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M3
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,201 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T891 AGO was last recorded at 89,698 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 91 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,607 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
91 miles
Average per year
1,745 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,698 miles
  • 2025 – 89,607 miles
  • 2024 – 89,497 miles
  • 2023 – 89,216 miles
  • 2022 – 89,000 miles
  • 2021 – 88,834 miles
  • 2020 – 88,797 miles
  • 2018 – 88,717 miles
  • 2017 – 88,258 miles
  • 2016 – 87,747 miles
  • 2015 – 87,421 miles
  • 2014 – 86,694 miles
  • 2013 – 85,184 miles
  • 2012 – 79,347 miles
  • 2011 – 73,610 miles
  • 2010 – 71,041 miles
  • 2009 – 67,394 miles
  • 2008 – 63,326 miles
  • 2007 – 59,626 miles
  • 2006 – 55,417 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,698 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,698 miles (+91)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    89,698 miles
    Test number
    155968895396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass89,607 miles (+110)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    89,607 miles
    Test number
    999224785034
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryStone chip in screen
  3. Pass89,497 miles (+281)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    89,497 miles
    Test number
    214244570658
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted,
  4. Pass89,216 miles (+216)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    89,216 miles
    Test number
    605035563315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass89,000 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    89,000 miles
    Test number
    697903110653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass88,834 miles (+37)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    88,834 miles
    Test number
    486258994427
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass88,797 miles (+80)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    88,797 miles
    Test number
    243095670710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,717 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    88,717 miles
    Test number
    233224822150
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail88,715 miles (+457)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,715 miles
    Test number
    289369745678
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass88,258 miles (+511)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    88,258 miles
    Test number
    775094055013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,747 miles (+326)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    87,747 miles
    Test number
    272392737886
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
  12. Pass87,421 miles (+727)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    87,421 miles
    Test number
    893610650015
    • AdvisoryCentre fuel pipe showing signs of slight corrosion.
    • AdvisoryGeneral under vehicle corrosion.
    • AdvisoryOil Leak.
  13. Pass86,694 miles (+4)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    86,694 miles
    Test number
    986643274229
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
  14. Fail86,690 miles (+1,506)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,690 miles
    Test number
    498162574233
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
  15. Pass85,184 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    85,184 miles
    Test number
    256857393211
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Fail85,184 miles (+5,837)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,184 miles
    Test number
    579696493215
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass79,347 miles (+5,737)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    79,347 miles
    Test number
    168002102282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s front headlamp has water in it,oil leak,all discs slightly pitted,brake pipes slightly corroded,rear brake pads wearing thin,o/s front tyre inner and outer low
  18. Pass73,610 miles (+2,569)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    73,610 miles
    Test number
    418394091122
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight end float in both steering rack ends
  19. Pass71,041 miles (+2)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    71,041 miles
    Test number
    913401800240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
  20. Fail71,039 miles (+3,645)4 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,039 miles
    Test number
    321110200251
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
  21. Pass67,394 miles (+4,068)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    67,394 miles
    Test number
    332907419484
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn close to wear bars
  22. Pass63,326 miles (+3,700)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    63,326 miles
    Test number
    224990918202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  23. Pass59,626 miles (+4,209)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    59,626 miles
    Test number
    651213027247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass55,417 miles (+12)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    55,417 miles
    Test number
    414183726217
    • NoteOil leak from engine (oil leaking onto steering rack ) slight play in steering rack o/s/f
  25. Fail55,405 miles1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,405 miles
    Test number
    351329016497
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre iner edge and side wall in poor condition
    • NoteOil leaking onto steering rack
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f steering rackend

Questions about T891 AGO

Does T891 AGO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T891 AGO is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T891 AGO?
The MOT on T891 AGO is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T891 AGO done?
T891 AGO was recorded at 89,698 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 1,745 miles a year.
Has T891 AGO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T891 AGO has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2018.
Has the mileage on T891 AGO 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 T891 AGO find?
T891 AGO passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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