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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T969 DBYMOT history

T969 DBY is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 143,639 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
143,639 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,698 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T969 DBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T969 DBY was last recorded at 143,639 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 3,086 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,553 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,086 miles
Average per year
4,698 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,639 miles
  • 2025 – 140,553 miles
  • 2023 – 138,409 miles
  • 2021 – 127,622 miles
  • 2020 – 121,892 miles
  • 2019 – 111,514 miles
  • 2018 – 106,218 miles
  • 2017 – 99,986 miles
  • 2016 – 93,538 miles
  • 2015 – 86,809 miles
  • 2014 – 82,957 miles
  • 2013 – 79,880 miles
  • 2012 – 76,545 miles
  • 2011 – 73,074 miles
  • 2010 – 68,021 miles
  • 2009 – 64,611 miles
  • 2008 – 60,296 miles
  • 2007 – 56,019 miles
  • 2006 – 51,482 miles
  • 2005 – 46,649 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,639 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust clamp cracked
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Air con pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNear side and off side shock absorber casing corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOff side rear wheel arch corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisorySmall stone chips in windscreen

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.

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All wheels

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,639 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    143,639 miles
    Test number
    453025391437
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust clamp cracked
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Air con pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNear side and off side shock absorber casing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOff side rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySmall stone chips in windscreen

  2. Fail143,639 miles (+3,086)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,639 miles
    Test number
    672670660714
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust clamp cracked
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Air con pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNear side and off side shock absorber casing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOff side rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySmall stone chips in windscreen

  3. Pass140,553 miles (+2,144)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    140,553 miles
    Test number
    730126202078
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass138,409 miles (+10,787)1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    138,409 miles
    Test number
    477015918280
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCheck control warning light intermittently coming on
    • AdvisoryHeat shield slightly loose and corroded where attached
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive Power steering pipe weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All wheels

  5. Pass127,622 miles (+5,730)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    127,622 miles
    Test number
    192489820647
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all wheels
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose around center section
    • AdvisorySlight damage to under side of vehicle
    • AdvisoryVery slight oil leak from engine

  6. Pass121,892 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    121,892 miles
    Test number
    848136509226
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all 4 wheels
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield loose

  7. Fail121,892 miles (+10,378)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,892 miles
    Test number
    271030973828
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all 4 wheels
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield loose

  8. Pass111,514 miles (+5,296)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    111,514 miles
    Test number
    732379901313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,218 miles (+6,232)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    106,218 miles
    Test number
    140066052538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass99,986 miles (+6,448)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    99,986 miles
    Test number
    471177801666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,538 miles (+6,729)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    93,538 miles
    Test number
    552802249520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass86,809 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    86,809 miles
    Test number
    104241872865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail86,808 miles (+3,851)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,808 miles
    Test number
    337409598244
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass82,957 miles (+3,077)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    82,957 miles
    Test number
    455449964251
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass79,880 miles (+3,335)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    79,880 miles
    Test number
    458235773277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,545 miles (+3,471)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    76,545 miles
    Test number
    689545482221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,074 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    73,074 miles
    Test number
    366963591400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail73,073 miles (+5,052)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,073 miles
    Test number
    317962791454
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass68,021 miles (+3,410)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    68,021 miles
    Test number
    321695560238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,611 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    64,611 miles
    Test number
    933007969251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail64,610 miles (+4,314)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,610 miles
    Test number
    692196969292
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass60,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    60,296 miles
    Test number
    942766358253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail60,296 miles (+4,277)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,296 miles
    Test number
    462224058225
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass56,019 miles (+4,537)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    56,019 miles
    Test number
    870731567284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass51,482 miles (+4,833)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    51,482 miles
    Test number
    682591056264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    46,649 miles
    Test number
    280348405280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T969 DBY

Does T969 DBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T969 DBY is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T969 DBY?
The MOT on T969 DBY is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T969 DBY done?
T969 DBY was recorded at 143,639 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 4,698 miles a year.
Has T969 DBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T969 DBY has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T969 DBY 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 T969 DBY find?
T969 DBY passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 9 advisories: central exhaust clamp cracked; fluid leak, but not excessive air con pump; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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