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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,896 cc

T983 SDTMOT history

T983 SDT is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2026 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 119,214 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2026
Mileage
119,214 mi
At MOT on 6 Sept 2025
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,847 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T983 SDT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T983 SDT was last recorded at 119,214 miles on 6 Sept 2025, 2,959 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 May 2023: 114,664 miles, lower than 116,710 miles on 3 Jun 2016.

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
116,255 miles · 23 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2,959 miles
Average per year
3,847 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 119,214 miles
  • 2024 – 116,255 miles
  • 2023 – 114,664 miles
  • 2016 – 116,710 miles
  • 2015 – 111,143 miles
  • 2014 – 99,548 miles
  • 2013 – 94,328 miles
  • 2012 – 88,318 miles
  • 2011 – 76,415 miles
  • 2010 – 69,688 miles
  • 2009 – 63,098 miles
  • 2008 – 57,177 miles
  • 2007 – 51,287 miles
  • 2006 – 44,333 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,214 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass119,214 miles (+2,959)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    119,214 miles
    Test number
    177105185874
    • AdvisoryFront Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass116,255 miles (+1,591)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    116,255 miles
    Test number
    531568152169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass114,664 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    114,664 miles
    Test number
    934708018273
    • MinorHazard warning switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail114,664 miles (-2,046)2 dangerous2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,664 miles
    Test number
    960108229407
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass116,710 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    116,710 miles
    Test number
    127371022584
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Fail116,710 miles (+5,567)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,710 miles
    Test number
    972612470420
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass111,143 miles (+11,595)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    111,143 miles
    Test number
    556163385033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteWear on inner and outer edge of front tyres

  8. Pass99,548 miles (+5,220)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    99,548 miles
    Test number
    477331884056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass94,328 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    94,328 miles
    Test number
    209742693079
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  10. Fail94,328 miles (+6,010)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,328 miles
    Test number
    569112793058
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  11. Pass88,318 miles (+11,903)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    88,318 miles
    Test number
    597107472017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,415 miles (+6,727)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    76,415 miles
    Test number
    588058471071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass69,688 miles (+6,590)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    69,688 miles
    Test number
    443776590098
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  14. Pass63,098 miles (+5,921)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    63,098 miles
    Test number
    162040479463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,177 miles (+5,890)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    57,177 miles
    Test number
    190416388486
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass51,287 miles (+6,954)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    51,287 miles
    Test number
    724228277096
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass44,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    44,333 miles
    Test number
    224090786055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T983 SDT

Does T983 SDT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T983 SDT expired on 5 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T983 SDT?
The MOT on T983 SDT expired on 5 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T983 SDT done?
T983 SDT was recorded at 119,214 miles at its MOT on 6 Sept 2025, an average of 3,847 miles a year.
Has T983 SDT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T983 SDT has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T983 SDT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 May 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T983 SDT find?
T983 SDT passed its latest MOT on 6 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: front driver's view items removed from driver's view prior to test; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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