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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T960 CERMOT history

T960 CER is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 28 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 May 2024 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 143,988 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 1 May 2024
Mileage
143,988 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2023
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,293 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T960 CER
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 May 2024
Latest MOT test
2 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T960 CER was last recorded at 143,988 miles on 2 May 2023, 65 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,923 miles · 5 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
65 miles
Average per year
5,293 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 143,988 miles
  • 2022 – 143,923 miles
  • 2019 – 143,687 miles
  • 2014 – 133,516 miles
  • 2013 – 119,033 miles
  • 2012 – 108,213 miles
  • 2011 – 103,074 miles
  • 2010 – 95,132 miles
  • 2009 – 83,389 miles
  • 2008 – 75,166 miles
  • 2007 – 63,994 miles
  • 2006 – 54,125 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,988 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass143,988 miles (+65)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    143,988 miles
    Test number
    846150595191
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass143,923 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    143,923 miles
    Test number
    937472326670
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail143,923 miles (+236)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,923 miles
    Test number
    661032863090
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • 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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass143,687 miles (+10,171)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    143,687 miles
    Test number
    292979521442
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play inner and outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing all four shocks (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Pass133,516 miles (+14,483)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    133,516 miles
    Test number
    945375394106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass119,033 miles (+10,820)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    119,033 miles
    Test number
    979546893109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass108,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    108,213 miles
    Test number
    248625292136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. FailMileage not read3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    507414292194
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass103,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    103,074 miles
    Test number
    396508011195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail103,074 miles (+7,942)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,074 miles
    Test number
    289948611491
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass95,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    95,132 miles
    Test number
    370599110197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail95,132 miles (+11,743)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,132 miles
    Test number
    520519010179
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  13. Pass83,389 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    83,389 miles
    Test number
    750428099086
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  14. Fail83,389 miles (+8,223)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,389 miles
    Test number
    733068199000
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass75,166 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2009
    Odometer
    75,166 miles
    Test number
    963589708122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail75,066 miles (+11,072)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,066 miles
    Test number
    744527908130
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass63,994 miles (+9,869)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2008
    Odometer
    63,994 miles
    Test number
    182624437164
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront wipers starting to split on ends

  18. Pass54,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    54,125 miles
    Test number
    212290136413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T960 CER

Does T960 CER currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T960 CER expired on 1 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T960 CER?
The MOT on T960 CER expired on 1 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T960 CER done?
T960 CER was recorded at 143,988 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2023, an average of 5,293 miles a year.
Has T960 CER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T960 CER has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T960 CER 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 T960 CER find?
T960 CER passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2023 with 5 advisories: exhaust noisy; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 2 more.

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