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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,793 cc

T98 TMRMOT history

T98 TMR is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 211,789 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Sept 2026
Mileage
211,789 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2025
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,759 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T98 TMR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T98 TMR was last recorded at 211,789 miles on 19 Sept 2025, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,778 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
5,759 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 211,789 miles
  • 2021 – 206,901 miles
  • 2020 – 202,471 miles
  • 2019 – 193,238 miles
  • 2018 – 183,463 miles
  • 2017 – 175,028 miles
  • 2016 – 165,217 miles
  • 2015 – 157,918 miles
  • 2014 – 152,772 miles
  • 2013 – 145,420 miles
  • 2012 – 143,562 miles
  • 2011 – 139,633 miles
  • 2009 – 134,040 miles
  • 2008 – 122,353 miles
  • 2007 – 113,257 miles
  • 2006 – 102,169 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass211,789 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass211,789 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    211,789 miles
    Test number
    615903340854
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail211,778 miles2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,778 miles
    Test number
    534224747871
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre X2
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    490595172462
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. FailMileage not read7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    702420755972
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass206,901 miles (+4,430)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    206,901 miles
    Test number
    587074699919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass202,471 miles (+9,233)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    202,471 miles
    Test number
    595152189979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass193,238 miles (+9,775)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    193,238 miles
    Test number
    553759915904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass183,463 miles (+8,435)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    183,463 miles
    Test number
    322966715638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass175,028 miles (+9,811)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    175,028 miles
    Test number
    963542420551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass165,217 miles (+7,299)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    165,217 miles
    Test number
    638346381833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail157,918 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,918 miles
    Test number
    648786965010
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  12. Pass157,918 miles (+5,146)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    157,918 miles
    Test number
    946866565041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass152,772 miles (+7,352)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    152,772 miles
    Test number
    845637164026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass145,420 miles (+1,858)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    145,420 miles
    Test number
    189427163410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass143,562 miles (+3,929)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    143,562 miles
    Test number
    267651252040
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  16. Pass139,633 miles (+5,593)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    139,633 miles
    Test number
    826258521094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass134,040 miles (+11,687)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    134,040 miles
    Test number
    301150299415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass122,353 miles (+9,096)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    122,353 miles
    Test number
    581876418345
    • NoteSlight corrosion on rear brake pipes, n/s/r wheel bearing slightly noisy
  19. Pass113,257 miles (+11,088)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    113,257 miles
    Test number
    974556037246
    • NoteAdvise offside rear wheel bearing slight noise when rotated.may soon require attention.
  20. Pass102,169 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    102,169 miles
    Test number
    773191356262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T98 TMR

Does T98 TMR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T98 TMR expired on 18 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T98 TMR?
The MOT on T98 TMR expired on 18 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T98 TMR done?
T98 TMR was recorded at 211,789 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2025, an average of 5,759 miles a year.
Has T98 TMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T98 TMR has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T98 TMR 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 T98 TMR find?
T98 TMR passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2025 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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