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BMW 3 Series

Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

DOL 40MOT history

DOL 40 is a red diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 53,053 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

DOL 40 red BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
53,053 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,667 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DOL 40
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
18 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

DOL 40 was last recorded at 53,053 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,029 miles · 5 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
2,667 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,053 miles
  • 2025 – 52,318 miles
  • 2024 – 49,603 miles
  • 2023 – 48,899 miles
  • 2022 – 47,065 miles
  • 2021 – 45,739 miles
  • 2019 – 40,792 miles
  • 2018 – 37,899 miles
  • 2017 – 34,694 miles
  • 2016 – 28,062 miles
  • 2015 – 23,101 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,053 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 2 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,053 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    53,053 miles
    Test number
    213485371703

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail53,029 miles (+711)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,029 miles
    Test number
    230539035020
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 255/35/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Pass52,318 miles (+2,715)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    52,318 miles
    Test number
    218828848607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass49,603 miles (+704)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    49,603 miles
    Test number
    483925668137
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  5. Pass48,899 miles (+1,834)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    48,899 miles
    Test number
    638178280502
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass47,065 miles (+1,326)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    47,065 miles
    Test number
    416251737527
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective center clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass45,739 miles (+4,947)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    45,739 miles
    Test number
    222427846234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass40,792 miles (+2,893)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    40,792 miles
    Test number
    152809906578
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass37,899 miles (+3,205)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    37,899 miles
    Test number
    964545351891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass34,694 miles (+6,632)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    34,694 miles
    Test number
    266774451518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass28,062 miles (+4,961)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    28,062 miles
    Test number
    212483246615
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass23,101 miles (+732)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    23,101 miles
    Test number
    786608582842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass22,369 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    22,369 miles
    Test number
    775433635014
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail22,369 miles3 failures2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,369 miles
    Test number
    266163735012
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about DOL 40

What vehicle is registration DOL 40 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DOL 40 on a red diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 18 Jan 2012. 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 DOL 40 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DOL 40 is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on DOL 40?
The MOT on DOL 40 is valid until 21 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DOL 40 done?
DOL 40 was recorded at 53,053 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 2,667 miles a year.
Has DOL 40 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DOL 40 has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on DOL 40 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 DOL 40 find?
DOL 40 passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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