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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T947 RPGMOT history

T947 RPG is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 25 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Oct 2023 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 59,689 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Oct 2023
Mileage
59,689 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2022
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,129 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T947 RPG
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
25 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T947 RPG was last recorded at 59,689 miles on 10 Oct 2022, 154 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,535 miles · 4 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
154 miles
Average per year
1,129 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 59,689 miles
  • 2021 – 59,535 miles
  • 2019 – 59,009 miles
  • 2018 – 53,998 miles
  • 2017 – 52,116 miles
  • 2016 – 50,270 miles
  • 2015 – 49,991 miles
  • 2014 – 48,739 miles
  • 2013 – 48,010 miles
  • 2011 – 46,276 miles
  • 2010 – 44,257 miles
  • 2008 – 43,745 miles
  • 2007 – 42,991 miles
  • 2006 – 41,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,689 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive underside of vehicle.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Sill covers ./ slight corrosion on n/s/r brake pipe / slight wear in front wishbone bushes / down pipe clamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,689 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    59,689 miles
    Test number
    594840577166
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail59,689 miles (+154)2 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,689 miles
    Test number
    585938412836
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass59,535 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    59,535 miles
    Test number
    418672668129
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail59,535 miles (+526)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,535 miles
    Test number
    618026345638
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from transmission gearbox sump area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass59,009 miles (+26)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    59,009 miles
    Test number
    147601267659
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive underside of vehicle. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail58,983 miles (+4,985)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,983 miles
    Test number
    626589925398
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive underside of vehicle. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass53,998 miles (+1,882)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    53,998 miles
    Test number
    987709660404
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak Slight oil leak from underside of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  8. Pass52,116 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    52,116 miles
    Test number
    957290273558
    • AdvisorySill covers ./ slight corrosion on n/s/r brake pipe / slight wear in front wishbone bushes / down pipe clamp

  9. Fail52,092 miles (+1,822)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,092 miles
    Test number
    776427054725
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySill covers ./ slight corrosion on n/s/r brake pipe / slight wear in front wishbone bushes / down pipe clamp

  10. Pass50,270 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    50,270 miles
    Test number
    750510492346
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySmall amount of play off/side track rod arm

  11. Fail50,249 miles (+258)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,249 miles
    Test number
    438168011970
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySmall amount of play off/side track rod arm

  12. Pass49,991 miles (+1,252)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    49,991 miles
    Test number
    207948365464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,739 miles (+729)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    48,739 miles
    Test number
    557565754142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,010 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    48,010 miles
    Test number
    947084353106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail48,010 miles (+1,734)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,010 miles
    Test number
    297802553449
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail46,276 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,276 miles
    Test number
    456883271121
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass46,276 miles (+2,019)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    46,276 miles
    Test number
    665973371102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,257 miles (+512)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    44,257 miles
    Test number
    782929450132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass43,745 miles (+754)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    43,745 miles
    Test number
    241164598297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,991 miles (+1,368)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    42,991 miles
    Test number
    782634487287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    41,623 miles
    Test number
    902244686227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T947 RPG

Does T947 RPG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T947 RPG expired on 9 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T947 RPG?
The MOT on T947 RPG expired on 9 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T947 RPG done?
T947 RPG was recorded at 59,689 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2022, an average of 1,129 miles a year.
Has T947 RPG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T947 RPG has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T947 RPG 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 T947 RPG find?
T947 RPG passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2022 with 8 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 5 more.

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