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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

236 TFMOT history

236 TF is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 17 Aug 2023 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 118,233 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2022.

236 TF black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Aug 2023
Mileage
118,233 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2022
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,097 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
236 TF
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

236 TF was last recorded at 118,233 miles on 18 Aug 2022, 221 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Nov 2009: 6,488 miles, lower than 54,417 miles on 28 Oct 2008.

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
118,012 miles · 13 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
221 miles
Average per year
5,097 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 118,233 miles
  • 2021 – 118,012 miles
  • 2020 – 113,297 miles
  • 2019 – 106,062 miles
  • 2018 – 95,353 miles
  • 2017 – 94,444 miles
  • 2016 – 93,603 miles
  • 2015 – 90,896 miles
  • 2014 – 87,234 miles
  • 2013 – 85,366 miles
  • 2012 – 81,952 miles
  • 2010 – 75,517 miles
  • 2009 – 64,888 miles
  • 2008 – 54,417 miles
  • 2007 – 49,102 miles
  • 2006 – 36,540 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,233 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement allowing movement but not excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring incorrectly fitted
  • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light inop
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated lever high (1.1.6 (d))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,233 miles (+221)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    118,233 miles
    Test number
    568404881053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement allowing movement but not excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring incorrectly fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light inop
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated lever high (1.1.6 (d))

  2. Fail118,012 miles (+4,715)1 dangerous6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,012 miles
    Test number
    879160916612
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass113,297 miles (+7,235)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    113,297 miles
    Test number
    468453005009
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber shaft corroded at top mount.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber shaft corroded at top mount.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Pass106,062 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    106,062 miles
    Test number
    437646719957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail106,034 miles (+95)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,034 miles
    Test number
    212409234955
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail105,939 miles (+10,586)3 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,939 miles
    Test number
    398276860173
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sides on inner sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal cracking

  7. Pass95,353 miles (+909)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    95,353 miles
    Test number
    850113840190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass94,444 miles (+841)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    94,444 miles
    Test number
    859963504243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass93,603 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    93,603 miles
    Test number
    330381967147
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  10. Fail93,603 miles (+27)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,603 miles
    Test number
    780112412060
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Fail93,576 miles (+2,680)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,576 miles
    Test number
    265665325956
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil Leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass90,896 miles (+3,662)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    90,896 miles
    Test number
    109215175412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    87,234 miles
    Test number
    328650084026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail87,234 miles (+1,868)4 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,234 miles
    Test number
    709640974000
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass85,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    85,366 miles
    Test number
    109825673410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail85,366 miles (+3,414)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,366 miles
    Test number
    707567563073
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass81,952 miles (+6,435)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    81,952 miles
    Test number
    215278962040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass75,517 miles (+10,629)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    75,517 miles
    Test number
    443429710451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass64,888 miles (+58,400)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    64,888 miles
    Test number
    283070419358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail6,488 miles (-47,929)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,488 miles
    Test number
    293978309352
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass54,417 miles (+5,315)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    54,417 miles
    Test number
    453152508472
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass49,102 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    49,102 miles
    Test number
    860617357232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail49,102 miles (+12,562)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,102 miles
    Test number
    454726557238
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteUneven tread wear on offside front tyre.

  24. Pass36,540 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    36,540 miles
    Test number
    404790826239
    • NoteCheck rear offside tyre in 2000 miles
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edge

Questions about 236 TF

What vehicle is registration 236 TF currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 236 TF on a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Jun 2003. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 236 TF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 236 TF expired on 17 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 236 TF?
The MOT on 236 TF expired on 17 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 236 TF done?
236 TF was recorded at 118,233 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2022, an average of 5,097 miles a year.
Has 236 TF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 236 TF has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on 236 TF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Nov 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 236 TF find?
236 TF passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2022 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking; offside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement allowing movement but not excessive; offside front coil spring incorrectly fitted, and 3 more.

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