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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,895 cc

T901 EFMMOT history

T901 EFM is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 89,096 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Sept 2024
Mileage
89,096 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,022 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T901 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
10 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T901 EFM was last recorded at 89,096 miles on 25 Sept 2023, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,074 miles · 27 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
3,022 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 89,096 miles
  • 2022 – 88,254 miles
  • 2021 – 86,690 miles
  • 2020 – 85,146 miles
  • 2019 – 84,192 miles
  • 2018 – 82,498 miles
  • 2017 – 80,317 miles
  • 2016 – 77,677 miles
  • 2015 – 75,534 miles
  • 2014 – 72,309 miles
  • 2013 – 70,632 miles
  • 2012 – 66,479 miles
  • 2011 – 62,548 miles
  • 2010 – 60,222 miles
  • 2009 – 54,230 miles
  • 2008 – 48,011 miles
  • 2007 – 41,856 miles
  • 2006 – 36,079 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,096 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,096 miles (+22)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    89,096 miles
    Test number
    246086737263
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  2. Fail89,074 miles (+820)1 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,074 miles
    Test number
    825589981052
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass88,254 miles (+1,564)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    88,254 miles
    Test number
    148691091261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle rusted

  4. Pass86,690 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    86,690 miles
    Test number
    770824075080
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail86,690 miles (+1,544)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,690 miles
    Test number
    496996854792
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass85,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    85,146 miles
    Test number
    463652803218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail85,146 miles (+954)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,146 miles
    Test number
    571308204095
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass84,192 miles (+1,694)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    84,192 miles
    Test number
    594087379947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,498 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    82,498 miles
    Test number
    387092222748
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail82,498 miles (+2,181)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,498 miles
    Test number
    286538329569
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass80,317 miles (+2,640)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    80,317 miles
    Test number
    989317588189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,677 miles (+2,143)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    77,677 miles
    Test number
    691045040362
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside rear beam bushes worn
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres tread getting low
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside outer sill

  13. Pass75,534 miles (+3,225)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    75,534 miles
    Test number
    136398565080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    72,309 miles
    Test number
    939620174014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail72,309 miles (+1,677)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,309 miles
    Test number
    699389764074
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass70,632 miles (+4,153)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    70,632 miles
    Test number
    695696963016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,479 miles (+3,931)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    66,479 miles
    Test number
    217336562034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,548 miles (+2,326)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    62,548 miles
    Test number
    167779861022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,222 miles (+5,992)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    60,222 miles
    Test number
    610541370092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,230 miles (+6,219)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    54,230 miles
    Test number
    171174669479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,011 miles (+6,155)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    48,011 miles
    Test number
    413282778031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,856 miles (+5,777)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    41,856 miles
    Test number
    461241677062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    36,079 miles
    Test number
    452013876091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail36,079 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,079 miles
    Test number
    544909266030
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T901 EFM

Does T901 EFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T901 EFM expired on 24 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T901 EFM?
The MOT on T901 EFM expired on 24 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T901 EFM done?
T901 EFM was recorded at 89,096 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2023, an average of 3,022 miles a year.
Has T901 EFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T901 EFM has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T901 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 T901 EFM find?
T901 EFM passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2023 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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