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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T997 CCYMOT history

T997 CCY is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 24 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2024 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 104,046 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Apr 2024
Mileage
104,046 mi
At MOT on 12 Apr 2023
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,359 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T997 CCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T997 CCY was last recorded at 104,046 miles on 12 Apr 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,046 miles · 16 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,359 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 104,046 miles
  • 2019 – 102,196 miles
  • 2018 – 99,180 miles
  • 2017 – 96,276 miles
  • 2016 – 93,156 miles
  • 2015 – 90,996 miles
  • 2014 – 88,546 miles
  • 2013 – 86,300 miles
  • 2012 – 83,963 miles
  • 2011 – 79,756 miles
  • 2010 – 76,568 miles
  • 2009 – 69,103 miles
  • 2008 – 63,841 miles
  • 2007 – 54,738 miles
  • 2006 – 47,320 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,046 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded fronts & rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. rear (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rears , inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,046 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    104,046 miles
    Test number
    578267474055
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded fronts & rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. rear (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rears , inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail104,046 miles1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,046 miles
    Test number
    972684940021
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen fronts (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded fronts & rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened rears (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. rear (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge rears , inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Fail104,046 miles (+1,850)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,046 miles
    Test number
    558355703458
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch / wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill panel to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch / wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill panel to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle corroded and would benefit anti corrosion treatment (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass102,196 miles (+3,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,196 miles
    Test number
    689342761332
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass99,180 miles (+2,904)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    99,180 miles
    Test number
    409376284108
    • AdvisoryOuter offside/nearside wheel arches are slightly rusty.

  6. Pass96,276 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    96,276 miles
    Test number
    733715709194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  7. Fail96,276 miles (+3,120)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,276 miles
    Test number
    486772671176
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass93,156 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    93,156 miles
    Test number
    246514653273
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail93,156 miles (+2,160)5 failures1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,156 miles
    Test number
    116012104695
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner tyre worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner tyre worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass90,996 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    90,996 miles
    Test number
    419665805239
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail90,996 miles (+2,450)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,996 miles
    Test number
    146299995181
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass88,546 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    88,546 miles
    Test number
    297049894417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteRear brake pipes heavily undersealed

  13. Fail88,546 miles (+2,246)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,546 miles
    Test number
    838658694195
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteRear brake pipes heavily undersealed

  14. Pass86,300 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    86,300 miles
    Test number
    268299993427
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteO/s rear tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Fail86,300 miles (+2,337)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,300 miles
    Test number
    337989293133
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteO/s rear tyre worn on inner edge

  16. Pass83,963 miles (+4,207)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    83,963 miles
    Test number
    509531792133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteService & air bag light on
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  17. Pass79,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    79,756 miles
    Test number
    616095281170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail79,756 miles (+3,188)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,756 miles
    Test number
    976075481135
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass76,568 miles (+7,465)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    76,568 miles
    Test number
    391005670146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass69,103 miles (+5,262)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    69,103 miles
    Test number
    730735139129
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass63,841 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    63,841 miles
    Test number
    672651848177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail63,831 miles (+9,093)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,831 miles
    Test number
    943140148156
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  23. Pass54,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    54,738 miles
    Test number
    922286437164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail54,738 miles (+7,418)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,738 miles
    Test number
    924256337186
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass47,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    47,320 miles
    Test number
    782092446194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T997 CCY

Does T997 CCY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T997 CCY expired on 11 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T997 CCY?
The MOT on T997 CCY expired on 11 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T997 CCY done?
T997 CCY was recorded at 104,046 miles at its MOT on 12 Apr 2023, an average of 3,359 miles a year.
Has T997 CCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T997 CCY has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T997 CCY 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 T997 CCY find?
T997 CCY passed its latest MOT on 12 Apr 2023 with 6 advisories: coil spring corroded fronts & rears; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened rears, and 3 more.

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