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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T989 CWLMOT history

T989 CWL is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Jun 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 145,559 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Jun 2026
Mileage
145,559 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,434 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T989 CWL
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 expired on 23 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T989 CWL was last recorded at 145,559 miles on 24 Jun 2025, 1,360 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,199 miles · 17 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,360 miles
Average per year
4,434 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 145,559 miles
  • 2024 – 144,199 miles
  • 2023 – 141,730 miles
  • 2022 – 139,527 miles
  • 2021 – 134,518 miles
  • 2020 – 131,705 miles
  • 2019 – 127,643 miles
  • 2018 – 123,915 miles
  • 2017 – 119,398 miles
  • 2016 – 113,254 miles
  • 2015 – 108,976 miles
  • 2014 – 102,976 miles
  • 2013 – 97,883 miles
  • 2012 – 93,564 miles
  • 2011 – 90,523 miles
  • 2010 – 86,218 miles
  • 2009 – 82,363 miles
  • 2008 – 78,125 miles
  • 2007 – 72,205 miles
  • 2006 – 60,709 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,559 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,559 miles (+1,360)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    145,559 miles
    Test number
    899883527531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass144,199 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    144,199 miles
    Test number
    186540517045
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail144,199 miles (+2,469)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,199 miles
    Test number
    986042636817
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass141,730 miles (+2,203)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    141,730 miles
    Test number
    278239238822
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass139,527 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    139,527 miles
    Test number
    587914479820
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail139,524 miles (+5,006)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,524 miles
    Test number
    482829080663
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass134,518 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    134,518 miles
    Test number
    841423001551
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  8. Fail134,513 miles (+2,808)2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,513 miles
    Test number
    462090703085
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point/inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  9. Pass131,705 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    131,705 miles
    Test number
    348077150416
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Jacking point corroded but not within prescribed area

  10. Fail131,705 miles (+4,062)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,705 miles
    Test number
    964610986023
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Jacking point corroded but not within prescribed area

  11. Pass127,643 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    127,643 miles
    Test number
    788505788734
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  12. Fail127,642 miles (+3,727)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,642 miles
    Test number
    195831367270
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured rim (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  13. Pass123,915 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    123,915 miles
    Test number
    507548371541
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  14. Fail123,911 miles (+4,513)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,911 miles
    Test number
    845344843319
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  15. Pass119,398 miles (+6,144)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    119,398 miles
    Test number
    564970488047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass113,254 miles (+4,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    113,254 miles
    Test number
    283515940799
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre starting to wear on inner edge

  17. Pass108,976 miles (+6,000)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    108,976 miles
    Test number
    387525905459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass102,976 miles (+5,093)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    102,976 miles
    Test number
    777704704223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass97,883 miles (+4,319)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    97,883 miles
    Test number
    277500713277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass93,564 miles (+3,041)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    93,564 miles
    Test number
    509699522144
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth front tyres on the minimum legal limit (1.6mm) and worn on edges (no cords visible)

  21. Pass90,523 miles (+4,305)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    90,523 miles
    Test number
    375256821186
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn
    • NoteO/s and n/s front tyres worn on edges

  22. Pass86,218 miles (+3,855)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    86,218 miles
    Test number
    510193630190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  23. Pass82,363 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    82,363 miles
    Test number
    911394439128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail82,363 miles (+4,238)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,363 miles
    Test number
    871301939124
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass78,125 miles (+5,920)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    78,125 miles
    Test number
    471824638186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass72,205 miles (+11,496)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    72,205 miles
    Test number
    814612127110
    • NoteAir bag light on dash

  27. Pass60,709 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    60,709 miles
    Test number
    680095426189
    • NoteAir bag warning on dash
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f ball joint

Questions about T989 CWL

Does T989 CWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T989 CWL expired on 23 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T989 CWL?
The MOT on T989 CWL expired on 23 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T989 CWL done?
T989 CWL was recorded at 145,559 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2025, an average of 4,434 miles a year.
Has T989 CWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T989 CWL has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T989 CWL 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 T989 CWL find?
T989 CWL passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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