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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T891 EFMMOT history

T891 EFM is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 7 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 19 MOT tests, with 129,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Mar 2024
Mileage
129,016 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2023
MOT tests
19
18 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,663 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T891 EFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T891 EFM was last recorded at 129,016 miles on 23 Mar 2023, 5,112 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
123,904 miles · 23 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
5,112 miles
Average per year
4,663 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 129,016 miles
  • 2022 – 123,904 miles
  • 2021 – 123,412 miles
  • 2020 – 122,165 miles
  • 2019 – 119,477 miles
  • 2018 – 116,768 miles
  • 2017 – 113,608 miles
  • 2016 – 108,470 miles
  • 2015 – 102,600 miles
  • 2014 – 94,995 miles
  • 2013 – 86,823 miles
  • 2012 – 81,387 miles
  • 2011 – 76,246 miles
  • 2010 – 69,985 miles
  • 2009 – 63,508 miles
  • 2008 – 57,055 miles
  • 2007 – 53,992 miles
  • 2006 – 49,552 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,016 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryGeneral under body rust
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

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 corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,016 miles (+5,112)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    129,016 miles
    Test number
    112216618468
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body rust
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  2. Pass123,904 miles (+492)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    123,904 miles
    Test number
    610640905878
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass123,412 miles (+1,247)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    123,412 miles
    Test number
    319632742016
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass122,165 miles (+2,688)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    122,165 miles
    Test number
    898774802421
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass119,477 miles (+2,709)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    119,477 miles
    Test number
    432787244207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass116,768 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    116,768 miles
    Test number
    979043133085
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  7. Fail116,768 miles (+3,160)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,768 miles
    Test number
    776037728313
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Pass113,608 miles (+5,138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    113,608 miles
    Test number
    989702058790
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass108,470 miles (+5,870)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    108,470 miles
    Test number
    254289041887
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  10. Pass102,600 miles (+7,605)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    102,600 miles
    Test number
    498598575020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass94,995 miles (+8,172)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    94,995 miles
    Test number
    397072374020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass86,823 miles (+5,436)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    86,823 miles
    Test number
    136603773424
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass81,387 miles (+5,141)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    81,387 miles
    Test number
    547292172078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass76,246 miles (+6,261)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    76,246 miles
    Test number
    208354471057
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass69,985 miles (+6,477)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    69,985 miles
    Test number
    183208460439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass63,508 miles (+6,453)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    63,508 miles
    Test number
    322049269069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,055 miles (+3,063)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    57,055 miles
    Test number
    190243478039
    • NoteADVISE: REAR BACK BOX HAS A SLIGHT BLOW

  18. Pass53,992 miles (+4,440)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    53,992 miles
    Test number
    583249277025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    49,552 miles
    Test number
    842627966028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T891 EFM

Does T891 EFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T891 EFM expired on 24 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T891 EFM?
The MOT on T891 EFM expired on 24 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T891 EFM done?
T891 EFM was recorded at 129,016 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2023, an average of 4,663 miles a year.
Has T891 EFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T891 EFM has failed 1 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2018.
Has the mileage on T891 EFM 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 EFM find?
T891 EFM passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2023 with 4 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; general under body rust, and 1 more.

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