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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,799 cc

T943 TVXMOT history

T943 TVX is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 104,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Aug 2026
Mileage
104,219 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,719 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T943 TVX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T943 TVX was last recorded at 104,219 miles on 19 Aug 2025, 50 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Feb 2018: 94,600 miles, lower than 943,383 miles on 29 Mar 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
104,169 miles · 30 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
50 miles
Average per year
2,719 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 104,219 miles
  • 2024 – 104,169 miles
  • 2023 – 104,134 miles
  • 2022 – 102,288 miles
  • 2020 – 101,369 miles
  • 2019 – 98,167 miles
  • 2018 – 94,600 miles
  • 2017 – 943,383 miles
  • 2016 – 88,700 miles
  • 2015 – 85,201 miles
  • 2014 – 82,138 miles
  • 2013 – 78,069 miles
  • 2012 – 74,621 miles
  • 2011 – 67,048 miles
  • 2010 – 64,516 miles
  • 2009 – 61,838 miles
  • 2008 – 58,233 miles
  • 2007 – 54,629 miles
  • 2006 – 51,025 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,219 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 ferrule corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2009–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass104,219 miles (+50)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    104,219 miles
    Test number
    910255063445
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 ferrule corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass104,169 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    104,169 miles
    Test number
    499833480435
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail104,162 miles (+28)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,162 miles
    Test number
    516845701441
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle tyre hitting inner arch on lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass104,134 miles (+48)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    104,134 miles
    Test number
    484413140142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail104,086 miles (+1,798)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,086 miles
    Test number
    958280229489
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass102,288 miles (+65)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    102,288 miles
    Test number
    385577444580
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryLower than original suspension system fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake imbalance

  7. Fail102,223 miles (+854)4 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,223 miles
    Test number
    738870901470
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryLower than original suspension system fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake imbalance

  8. Pass101,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    101,369 miles
    Test number
    308380185635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail101,369 miles (+3,202)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,369 miles
    Test number
    871680339308
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass98,167 miles (+3,567)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    98,167 miles
    Test number
    100105463044
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just passed at 18%

  11. Pass94,600 miles (-848,783)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    94,600 miles
    Test number
    200751218228
    • AdvisoryFront Both brake disc corrosion or condition
    • AdvisoryRear Both brake disc corrosion or condition

  12. Pass943,383 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    943,383 miles
    Test number
    890312593765
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly underinflated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak of engine block

  13. Fail94,382 miles (+5,682)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,382 miles
    Test number
    291815493024
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre slightly underinflated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak of engine block

  14. Pass88,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    88,700 miles
    Test number
    221437355453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail88,700 miles (+3,499)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,700 miles
    Test number
    427903341445
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass85,201 miles (+3,063)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    85,201 miles
    Test number
    395739265010
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight play in the offside front inner track arm ball joint

  17. Pass82,138 miles (+6)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    82,138 miles
    Test number
    817829474068
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is wearing on the inner edge
    • NoteSigns of perishing on the offside front tyre
    • NoteSlight damage to the nearside front inner wheel rim
    • NoteSlight play in the offside front wheel and steering

  18. Fail82,132 miles (+4,063)5 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,132 miles
    Test number
    749338574053
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is wearing on the inner edge
    • NoteSigns of perishing on the offside front tyre
    • NoteSlight damage to the nearside front inner wheel rim
    • NoteSlight play in the offside front wheel and steering

  19. Pass78,069 miles (+3,448)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    78,069 miles
    Test number
    186017473423
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass74,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    74,621 miles
    Test number
    448535972016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail74,621 miles (+7,573)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,621 miles
    Test number
    378795672006
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  22. Pass67,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    67,048 miles
    Test number
    108501271421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail67,048 miles (+2,532)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,048 miles
    Test number
    358619561002
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass64,516 miles (+2,678)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    64,516 miles
    Test number
    854463480022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass61,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    61,838 miles
    Test number
    481889779030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail61,838 miles (+3,605)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,838 miles
    Test number
    650318579091
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  27. Pass58,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    58,233 miles
    Test number
    964943578078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail58,233 miles (+3,604)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,233 miles
    Test number
    174903178091
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass54,629 miles (+3,604)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    54,629 miles
    Test number
    531706367035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  30. Pass51,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    51,025 miles
    Test number
    841346726025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T943 TVX

Does T943 TVX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T943 TVX expired on 29 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T943 TVX?
The MOT on T943 TVX expired on 29 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T943 TVX done?
T943 TVX was recorded at 104,219 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2025, an average of 2,719 miles a year.
Has T943 TVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T943 TVX has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T943 TVX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Feb 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T943 TVX find?
T943 TVX passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2025 with 7 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 ferrule corroded; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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