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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 1990 · 1,990 cc

C5 HMTMOT history

C5 HMT is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 9 Mar 1990. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 93,391 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
93,391 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
749 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 HMT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
9 Mar 1990
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 HMT was last recorded at 93,391 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 928 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,463 miles · 1 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
928 miles
Average per year
749 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,391 miles
  • 2025 – 92,463 miles
  • 2024 – 90,255 miles
  • 2023 – 88,531 miles
  • 2022 – 86,337 miles
  • 2021 – 84,351 miles
  • 2020 – 84,005 miles
  • 2018 – 83,820 miles
  • 2017 – 83,068 miles
  • 2016 – 82,169 miles
  • 2015 – 81,198 miles
  • 2014 – 80,595 miles
  • 2013 – 80,592 miles
  • 2009 – 80,191 miles
  • 2008 – 80,091 miles
  • 2007 – 78,116 miles
  • 2006 – 78,116 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,391 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass93,391 miles (+928)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    93,391 miles
    Test number
    531190565108
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass92,463 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    92,463 miles
    Test number
    671126051993
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust centre joints slightly deteriorated and slight blow (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Both Rear fuel pipes

  3. Fail92,463 miles (+2,208)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,463 miles
    Test number
    223304270489
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Tyre outersidewall cracked to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working sidelamp inoperative (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Both Rear fuel pipes

  4. Pass90,255 miles (+1,724)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    90,255 miles
    Test number
    673394935106
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass88,531 miles (+2,194)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    88,531 miles
    Test number
    341484254049
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre starting to perish

  6. Pass86,337 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    86,337 miles
    Test number
    901418268654
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail86,337 miles (+1,986)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,337 miles
    Test number
    601699616572
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass84,351 miles (+346)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    84,351 miles
    Test number
    522745453177
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass84,005 miles (+185)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    84,005 miles
    Test number
    472631862168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,820 miles (+752)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    83,820 miles
    Test number
    502545880799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass83,068 miles (+899)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    83,068 miles
    Test number
    845840055474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,169 miles (+971)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    82,169 miles
    Test number
    378677753551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,198 miles (+603)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    81,198 miles
    Test number
    101491424475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,595 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    80,595 miles
    Test number
    707161694296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,592 miles (+401)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    80,592 miles
    Test number
    425111313450
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket rusted off
    • NoteScreen washer valve leaks

  16. Pass80,191 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    80,191 miles
    Test number
    112507649175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail80,091 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,091 miles
    Test number
    614692548144
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  18. Pass80,091 miles (+1,975)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    80,091 miles
    Test number
    832512448199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass78,116 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    78,116 miles
    Test number
    523481657140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass78,116 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    78,116 miles
    Test number
    311775116116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 HMT

Does C5 HMT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 HMT is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 HMT?
The MOT on C5 HMT is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 HMT done?
C5 HMT was recorded at 93,391 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 749 miles a year.
Has C5 HMT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 HMT has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on C5 HMT 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 C5 HMT find?
C5 HMT passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear fuel pipe/s corroded, and 1 more.

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