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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T899 BRSMOT history

T899 BRS is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 4 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Sept 2026 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 42,185 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Sept 2026
Mileage
42,185 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2025
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T899 BRS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T899 BRS was last recorded at 42,185 miles on 29 Sept 2025, 93 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,092 miles · 20 Apr 2017
Between the last two tests
93 miles
Average per year
175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 42,185 miles
  • 2017 – 42,092 miles
  • 2016 – 42,009 miles
  • 2014 – 41,996 miles
  • 2013 – 41,899 miles
  • 2010 – 41,803 miles
  • 2009 – 40,912 miles
  • 2008 – 40,591 miles
  • 2007 – 40,438 miles
  • 2006 – 38,793 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,185 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Non standard suspension fitted (airbags)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

14 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,185 miles (+93)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    42,185 miles
    Test number
    427725024869
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass42,092 miles (+83)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    42,092 miles
    Test number
    581168870004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass42,009 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    42,009 miles
    Test number
    693329085030
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNon standard suspension fitted (airbags)

  4. Fail42,008 miles (+12)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,008 miles
    Test number
    658287557629
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNon standard suspension fitted (airbags)

  5. Pass41,996 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    41,996 miles
    Test number
    637254614301
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  6. Fail41,988 miles (+89)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,988 miles
    Test number
    135148864271
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  7. Pass41,899 miles5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    41,899 miles
    Test number
    748774133248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBrake pipes cotted in copper greese
    • NoteN/s/r brake caliper and carrier have been modified and brake pad dose not cover the hole brake disc
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has cracking round side wall
    • NoteO/s/r brake caliper and carrier have been modified and brake pad dose not cover the hole brake disc
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has cracking round side wall

  8. Fail41,899 miles (+96)1 failure5 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,899 miles
    Test number
    646133933266
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBrake pipes cotted in copper greese
    • NoteN/s/r brake caliper and carrier have been modified and brake pad dose not cover the hole brake disc
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has cracking round side wall
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has a high part on tred
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has cracking round side wall
    • NoteO/s/r brake caliper and carrier have been modified and brake pad dose not cover the hole brake disc
    • NoteO/s/r tyre has cracking round side wall

  9. Pass41,803 miles (+891)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    41,803 miles
    Test number
    531422490213
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass40,912 miles (+321)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    40,912 miles
    Test number
    922093679210
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass40,591 miles (+153)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2009
    Odometer
    40,591 miles
    Test number
    783149628181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,438 miles (+1,645)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    40,438 miles
    Test number
    222601587140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    38,793 miles
    Test number
    493302736131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail38,793 miles1 failure4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,793 miles
    Test number
    833502636183
    • FailureMacpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear suspension unit bellows, rubbing on bodywork
    • NoteSuspension pipes poorly routed
    • NoteSlight lift/play in steering rack at offside tie-rod

Questions about T899 BRS

Does T899 BRS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T899 BRS expired on 28 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T899 BRS?
The MOT on T899 BRS expired on 28 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T899 BRS done?
T899 BRS was recorded at 42,185 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2025, an average of 175 miles a year.
Has T899 BRS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T899 BRS has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2016.
Has the mileage on T899 BRS 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 T899 BRS find?
T899 BRS passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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