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BMW 3 Series

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 2,171 cc

F7 RATMOT history

F7 RAT is a black petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 31 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 51,587 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

F7 RAT black BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jun 2027
Mileage
51,587 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,641 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F7 RAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F7 RAT was last recorded at 51,587 miles on 27 May 2026, 3,966 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,621 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,966 miles
Average per year
3,641 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,587 miles
  • 2025 – 47,621 miles
  • 2024 – 44,453 miles
  • 2023 – 41,826 miles
  • 2022 – 40,004 miles
  • 2021 – 35,953 miles
  • 2020 – 33,387 miles
  • 2019 – 28,658 miles
  • 2018 – 24,014 miles
  • 2017 – 19,866 miles
  • 2016 – 15,530 miles
  • 2015 – 11,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,587 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

14 tests since 29 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,587 miles (+3,966)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    51,587 miles
    Test number
    738167768641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass47,621 miles (+3,168)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    47,621 miles
    Test number
    301477584021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass44,453 miles (+2,627)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    44,453 miles
    Test number
    109298267260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass41,826 miles (+1,822)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    41,826 miles
    Test number
    729292141739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass40,004 miles (+4,051)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    40,004 miles
    Test number
    446430081882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass35,953 miles (+2,566)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    35,953 miles
    Test number
    609798166233
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing damage to out side wall and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass33,387 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    33,387 miles
    Test number
    256219124866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail33,376 miles (+4,718)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,376 miles
    Test number
    772178396378
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass28,658 miles (+4,644)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    28,658 miles
    Test number
    360366188078
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass24,014 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    24,014 miles
    Test number
    679524251263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail23,992 miles (+4,126)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,992 miles
    Test number
    568752815636
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
  12. Pass19,866 miles (+4,336)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    19,866 miles
    Test number
    638980648235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass15,530 miles (+3,977)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    15,530 miles
    Test number
    750749801937
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Pass11,553 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    11,553 miles
    Test number
    155789345162
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges.

Questions about F7 RAT

Does F7 RAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F7 RAT is valid until 7 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on F7 RAT?
The MOT on F7 RAT is valid until 7 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F7 RAT done?
F7 RAT was recorded at 51,587 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 3,641 miles a year.
Has F7 RAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F7 RAT has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on F7 RAT 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 F7 RAT find?
F7 RAT passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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