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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T897 KRLMOT history

T897 KRL is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 158,391 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Nov 2026
Mileage
158,391 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,045 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T897 KRL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T897 KRL was last recorded at 158,391 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 1,333 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,058 miles · 19 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1,333 miles
Average per year
4,045 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,391 miles
  • 2025 – 157,058 miles
  • 2024 – 155,948 miles
  • 2023 – 155,055 miles
  • 2022 – 153,933 miles
  • 2021 – 151,890 miles
  • 2020 – 150,141 miles
  • 2019 – 148,934 miles
  • 2018 – 145,173 miles
  • 2017 – 142,121 miles
  • 2016 – 138,264 miles
  • 2015 – 134,115 miles
  • 2014 – 129,872 miles
  • 2013 – 124,156 miles
  • 2011 – 113,161 miles
  • 2010 – 106,610 miles
  • 2009 – 99,264 miles
  • 2008 – 91,804 miles
  • 2007 – 84,327 miles
  • 2006 – 77,347 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail158,391 miles
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front wing has corrosion and boot lid also has corrosion
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps slightly corroded

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.

  • Power steering pump has slight seepage

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail158,391 miles (+1,333)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,391 miles
    Test number
    774537762480
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wing has corrosion and boot lid also has corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps slightly corroded

  2. Pass157,058 miles (+169)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    157,058 miles
    Test number
    150809332692
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Radiator
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail156,889 miles (+941)2 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,889 miles
    Test number
    964014703448
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (jacking point area) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill(jacking point area) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass155,948 miles (+893)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    155,948 miles
    Test number
    972067732144
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass155,055 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    155,055 miles
    Test number
    327117916971
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail155,055 miles (+1,122)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,055 miles
    Test number
    299702009295
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Major exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass153,933 miles (+2,043)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    153,933 miles
    Test number
    609369188390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass151,890 miles (+1,749)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    151,890 miles
    Test number
    195956287345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass150,141 miles (+1,207)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    150,141 miles
    Test number
    696587426377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre stepping on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear trailing arm bushes deteriorated

  10. Pass148,934 miles (+58)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    148,934 miles
    Test number
    577340214580
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside front and rear tyres getting low on tread
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front wishbone rear bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated

  11. Fail148,876 miles (+3,703)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,876 miles
    Test number
    311788980418
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill(jacking point) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill(jacking point) (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside front and rear tyres getting low on tread
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front wishbone rear bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated

  12. Pass145,173 miles (+3,052)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    145,173 miles
    Test number
    754959097799
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres showing signs of wearing on inner edges

  13. Pass142,121 miles (+3,857)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    142,121 miles
    Test number
    884946514904
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  14. Pass138,264 miles (+4,149)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    138,264 miles
    Test number
    535666938193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass134,115 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    134,115 miles
    Test number
    285006808227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail134,113 miles (+4,241)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,113 miles
    Test number
    857610722651
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass129,872 miles (+5,716)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    129,872 miles
    Test number
    607885264291
    • NoteOffside front wiperblade split

  18. Pass124,156 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    124,156 miles
    Test number
    595603563257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  19. Fail124,143 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,143 miles
    Test number
    126132863224
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    465017772207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    328617172492
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass113,161 miles (+6,551)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    113,161 miles
    Test number
    207639661248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass106,610 miles (+7,346)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    106,610 miles
    Test number
    640014660263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass99,264 miles (+7,460)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    99,264 miles
    Test number
    964411359277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass91,804 miles (+7,477)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    91,804 miles
    Test number
    884900468247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass84,327 miles (+6,980)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    84,327 miles
    Test number
    460410867244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass77,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    77,347 miles
    Test number
    393689766423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T897 KRL

Does T897 KRL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T897 KRL is valid until 18 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T897 KRL?
The MOT on T897 KRL is valid until 18 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T897 KRL done?
T897 KRL was recorded at 158,391 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 4,045 miles a year.
Has T897 KRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T897 KRL has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T897 KRL 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 T897 KRL find?
T897 KRL failed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 1 major defect and 6 advisories: offside rear coil spring fractured or broken; nearside front wing has corrosion and boot lid also has corrosion; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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